Pendleton Whisky Music Fest announces full lineup
By Terry Murry on Friday, January 30th, 2026 in Columbia Basin News Featured Stories More Top Stories
PENDLETON – (News release from Pendleton Whisky Music Fest) The highly anticipated Pendleton® Whisky Music Fest is set to return to Pendleton, Oregon on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for a milestone 10-year anniversary celebration, marking a decade of live music, unforgettable performances, and the signature Party in Pendleton® experience at the iconic Pendleton Round-Up Grounds.
Headlining the 2026 festival is Zach Top, winner of the CMA New Artist of the Year Award and a three-time GRAMMY® nominee at the 68th Annual GRAMMY® Awards. He will be joined by a standout lineup featuring eight-time GRAMMY® nominated singer songwriter Shaboozey, one of today’s most influential crossover artists; Carly Pearce, a GRAMMY® Award-winning songwriter and Grand Ole Opry® member; Diamond Rio, known for decades of hit songs and GRAMMY®-winning albums; and Chancey Williams, who represents the modern cowboy sound rooted in western tradition.
The anniversary weekend begins with the popular Friday Night Kick-Off Party, a free event held in downtown Pendleton on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 6 pm to midnight. The Party in Pendleton® will feature live performances by Saltwater Sky, Hit Machine, and DJ Sovern-T, continuing a fan-favorite tradition that launches the festival weekend.
Tickets for the 10-year anniversary event will go on sale in two phases. Pendleton® Whisky Music Fest alumni will have early access beginning Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT, followed by the public on-sale on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 at 10 am Pacific Time. Tickets are expected to sell quickly for the milestone year and can be purchased at Pendleton Whisky Music Fest | Zach Top | Saturday, July 11th, 2026 | Pendleton, OR.
“What started as an idea over 10 years ago has turned into something much bigger than we ever expected,” said Doug Corey and Andy McAnally, co-organizers of the event. “We put a lot of effort each year into bringing A-level talent to Pendleton, but the real success of Pendleton Whisky Music Fest comes from the support of the Pendleton community, our partners, sponsors, staff, artists, and fans who continue to make this event possible.”
Since launching in 2016, the Pendleton® Whisky Music Fest has featured an impressive list of superstar performers, including Maroon 5, Blake Shelton, Post Malone, Zac Brown Band, Pitbull, Toby Keith, Eric Church, Thomas Rhett, Macklemore, Kane Brown, Flo Rida, Riley Green, Nelly, and Cody Johnson. The festival, held annually at the Pendleton Round-Up Grounds, is made possible through the support of valued partners led by title sponsor Pendleton® Whisky, a brand born in the Great American West and steeped in true Western tradition, along with presenting sponsor Kelly Lumber Supply.
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Photo of 2025 event courtesy of Pendleton Whiskey Music Fest
