Country Festivals And Gigs

    C2C: Country to Country is Europe’s biggest country music festival created by AEG Europe and SJM Concerts in association with the Country Music Association.

    Country to Country has become a staple in the UK festival calendar and has brought country music to the UK and Ireland masses, with tens of thousands of fans attending each year. The festival will bring three days of the best in country music and programming that fans have come to love and expect from the weekend, with performances from the world’s best country stars as well as emerging talent from Nashville, UK and Europe.

    The festival takes place each March  with three days of the best in country music and programming. Performances come from the world’s best country stars as well as emerging talent from Nashville, UK and Europe.

    C2C was first launched in March 2013 at The O2, London as a two day event with Carrie Underwood and Tim McGraw as headliners. This was Tim McGraw’s first UK appearance.

    In 2014 C2C launched in Dublin taking place on the same weekend as the London event, with artists switching venues each day.

    In 2016 C2C grew into three days and added C2C Glasgow at the Clyde Auditorium. In London, new stages outside of the arena included the Bluebird Café, BBC Radio 2 Country Stage and the Late Night Sounds Like Nashville Stage..

    C2C 2018 welcomed over 50,000 fans, who enjoyed music from artists including; Kelsea Ballerini, Sugarland, Emmylou Harris, Margo Price, Old Dominion and more; as well as programming from the Festival Stages, BBC Radio 2 Stage, Late Night Stage, CMA Screenings, The Bluebird Cafe and the newly introduced C2C Close Up.

    ABOUT C2C

    https://c2c-countrytocountry.com/

    The Country Music Association has announced that the longest-running country music festival, CMA Fest, will take place from Thursday, June 10 through Sunday, June 13, 2027, in Downtown Nashville.
    The festival’s Nightly Concerts will move to the new Nissan Stadium as well. Additional details are forthcoming.
    The news is on the heels of the 53rd year, which welcomed an estimated 100k fans daily from across the globe
    From all 50 states and 39 international countries, fans descended on Music City for four days and nights where the music never stopped, and the surprises never quit. From Russell Dickerson welcoming Nashville’s own RePublic High School marching band students to help him kick off CMA Fest at the Chevy Riverfront Stage on Thursday morning, to Nissan Stadium surprises including Florida Georgia Line’s highly anticipated return, Jelly Roll’s surprise set, and Fetty Wap joining Russell Dickerson for a moment no one saw coming, more than 90 acts making their CMA Fest debut throughout the weekend,
    This annual event is the ultimate gathering for country music enthusiasts , bringing together fans and top artists from around the world for an unforgettable weekend of music, fun, and camaraderie. 
    https://cmafest.com/

    Buckle & Boots 2027
    Following an unforgettable 10-year celebration, Buckle & Boots returns to Whitebottom Farm for another huge weekend of country, community and nights to remember. 🎶

    Set in the stunning riverside valley of Whitebottom Farm, Buckle & Boots has grown into one of the UK’s most loved country music festivals – a place where country fans from across the UK and beyond come together for four days of live music, writers rounds, camping, late-night singalongs, incredible food, the legendary Hawkstone Bar with 100+ taps, and golden-hour moments in the fields.

    Sing your heart out to the best UK and international country artists, discover the acts you’ll be talking about next year, and get up close with the music in a way only Buckle & Boots can deliver.

    Explore the artisan shopping village, grab something incredible from our local food traders, raise a glass with friends, and soak up the atmosphere that has made Buckle & Boots feel like home for so many people over the last decade.

    Whether you’re camping under the stars, glamping in comfort, front row at your favourite set or dancing long after the sun goes down, Buckle & Boots is more than just a festival – it’s a weekend people count down to all year.

    Join us at Whitebottom Farm from 27th – 30th May 2027 and be part of the next chapter.

    Book now for Buckle & Boots 2027.

    All tickets are sold on a no exchange, no refund basis.
    BUCKLE & BOOTS FESTIVAL UK 2027 – Buckle & Boots Festival

    Location

    Buckle & Boots Festival, Whitebottom Farm, Marple Bridge, Stockport, SK6 5JQ

    Northern Irish, Nashville-based country artist Gareth released new single ‘One That Got Away’ which debuted on the UK Country Radio Airplay Chart last week at #17. This is the opening song on his forthcoming debut album Halfway Home – out October 2nd and available to pre-order/save here. 

    Halfway Home is an album about living between two worlds: the place that raised you and the place you are chasing your dreams. Born in Ireland and now building a life in Nashville, Gareth shares the story of leaving home without ever really leaving it behind. 

     

    Across the project, he explores the emotional pull of family, memory and identity while pursuing a dream that requires sacrifice. His loved ones remain back home in Ireland, while Nashville becomes the city where ambition, heartbreak, growth and possibility all collide. That tension sits at the heart of the album: missing home while knowing you had to leave it, finding belonging in a new place while still carrying the old one with you.

     

    Whilst he was in London last week, Gareth hosted an intimate listening party for select fans at Lil’ Nashville, where he previewed some of the forthcoming tracks. He will return to the UK in November for the Halfway Home Tour – a 16-date headline tour across the UK and Europe. Tickets are on sale now here. 

     

    GARETH’S UK AND EUROPEAN HALFWAY HOME TOUR DATES:

    Friday, 13 November 2026 – Oslo, Norway

    Sunday, 15 November 2026 – Stockholm, Sweden

    Monday, 16 November 2026 – Copenhagen, Denmark

    Tuesday, 17 November 2026 – Hamburg, Germany

    Thursday, 19 November 2026 – Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Saturday, 21 November 2026 – Zurich, Switzerland

    Sunday, 22 November 2026 – Cologne, Germany

    Tuesday, 24 November 2026 – London, United Kingdom

    Thursday, 26 November 2026 – Bristol, United Kingdom

    Friday, 27 November 2026 – Birmingham, United Kingdom

    Sunday, 29 November 2026 – Manchester, United Kingdom

    Monday, 30 November 2026 – Glasgow, United Kingdom

    Wednesday, 2 December 2026 – Galway, Ireland

    Thursday, 3 December 2026 – Dublin, Ireland

    Saturday, 5 December 2026 – Belfast, United Kingdom

    Sunday, 6 December 2026 – Killarney, Ireland

    Commenting on the single which he co-wrote, Gareth shared, “‘One That Got Away’ is a reminder to hold on to the people you love the most. Whether it’s a partner, friend, or family member, the song reminds us to stay close to the people who mean the most to us. Sonically, this feels like a perfect way to kick off my debut album and gives you a taste of what is to come
    on it!”

    He last graced a London stage nearly two decades ago, and many still talk about the storm he brought to the then-Hammersmith Apollo. I was lucky enough to catch him live in Dublin a few years back—the man entered the stage as if launching a rocket at a rodeo. Unapologetically loud, surprisingly funny, and always committed to his audience.

    ABOUT GARETH:

    Rising country artist Gareth is quickly making a name for himself with a sound that bridges the heart of Nashville and the soul of Northern Ireland. Born in the small town of Castlederg and raised on legends like George Jones and Hank Williams Jr., Gareth’s love of country music runs deep. After building a loyal fan base online through heartfelt cover songs, his breakout moment came with a stripped-down version of Noah Kahan’s “Stick Season,” which went viral and set the stage for an international career.

     

    Now based in Nashville, Gareth’s original music has struck a chord with fans across the globe. His newest EP, Steal Your Thunder, captures the emotional depth and melodic strength that define his style, while his latest single “Shoulders I Stand On” showcases a confident new chapter—pairing honest songwriting with bold, modern production. Together, his growing catalog has helped him surpass 70 million global streams and earn a publishing deal with BMG. Gareth’s music has received widespread editorial support, landing placements on flagship playlists like New Boots and Today’s Country, and earning consistent airplay on  Country Radio.

    He’s cultivated a dedicated following of over one million fans across social media and spent Summer 2024 touring internationally. Headlining sold-out shows across the UK and Europe and performing at Belfast’s SSE Arena alongside Kip Moore. With a full-length project on the way and a packed tour schedule, Gareth is stepping confidently into the spotlight bringing a fresh voice and global perspective to country music’s next chapter.

    KEEP UP WITH GARETH

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