By Terry Murry on Friday, January 31st, 2025 in Columbia Basin News Featured Stories More Top Stories
PENDLETON โ (News release from PWMF) The highly anticipated Pendletonยฎ Whisky Music Fest is set to make a return to Pendleton on July 12, 2025. Taking center stage is country music superstar Cody Johnson who recently secured a major victory at the 58th annual CMA Awards by clinching the coveted โAlbum of the Yearโ award for his album โLeather.โ Cody Johnson will share the stage with country artists Riley Green, Ian Munsick, Jacquie Roar and a special performance by 3x Grammy award winner Nelly.
The iconic Pendleton Round-Up Grounds will once again be the stage for this popular Pacific Northwest event, now in its ninth year. Alongside the incredible music acts, music fans will be able to enjoy on-site camping, a variety of signature drinks and many food options.
โWe’re thrilled to build on the amazing energy Thomas Rhett, Dustin Lynch, Jo Dee Messina, and our 90s throwback artist (Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc and Sugarhill Gang) brought to the stage in 2024 as we welcome fans back to the Pendleton Whisky Music Fest,โ said Doug Corey, co-organizer of the event. โWith an incredible lineup featuring Cody Johnson, Riley Green, Ian Munsick, Jacquie Roar, and a special performance by Nelly, this year promises to be an unforgettable experience.โ
The Pendleton Whisky Music Fest wouldnโt be complete without the Friday night kick-off party. Set against the backdrop of downtown Pendleton, the annual kick-off party will take place Friday, July 11th from 6:00 PM to Midnight PT. Kurt Van Meter, The Chattahoochees, and DJ Sovern-T are set to take the stage at this free event to kick off Pendleton Whisky Music Fest weekend.
Show Information:
โข Party in Pendleton: Downtown Pendleton; Friday, July 11th, 6:00 PM โ Midnight PT
โข Pendleton Whisky Music Fest: Pendleton Round-Up Grounds; Saturday, July 12th
Ticket Sale Information:
โข Pendleton Whisky Music Fest alumni pre-sale begins Thursday, February 6th at 10:00 AM PT
โข General public tickets go on sale Friday, February 7th at 10:00 AM PT
โข Purchase tickets at: www.pendletonwhiskymusicfest.com
Since its inception in 2016, the Pendleton Whisky Music Fest has consistently presented an extraordinary lineup of musical talent, including Maroon 5, Blake Shelton, Post Malone, Zac Brown Band, Pitbull, Toby Keith, Eric Church, Thomas Rhett, Macklemore, Kane Brown and Flo Rida. This multi-genre festival, held annually at the Pendleton Round-Up Grounds, proudly carries the title sponsorship of Pendleton Whisky, along with presenting sponsor Kelly Lumber Supply.
For comprehensive details on the Pendleton Whisky Music Fest, including event specifics and ticket information, please visit www.pendletonwhiskymusicfest.com.
Photo of special guest Nelly provided by Pendleton Whisky Music Fest