Rock The South 2026 postponed: When are the new dates?

Country music fans eagerly anticipating the Rock The South festival in its new Decatur home will have to build a little more anticipation. Due to heavy rainfall impacting the event site, organizers have officially postponed the festival.

New Dates and Expansion

Originally slated for this Thursday through Saturday, the event has been pushed back to October 1 – 4. Not only has the festival been rescheduled, but it is also expanding into a four-day experience. Organizers cited the "monumental amount of rain" at the site as the primary reason for the delay, prioritizing the safety of attendees, staff, and performers.

“We are thankful that the headliners are available for the new dates and appreciate the patience and support of all involved as we look to put on a great Rock the South later this year,” festival officials stated. Attendees with tickets will receive an email next week containing details regarding refund options for those who cannot make the new dates.

Lineup Updates

The core of the music lineup remains intact. Zach Top is set for October 1, Jason Aldean for October 2, and Alabama’s own Riley Green for October 4. Additionally, the festival will now feature a headlining performance from breakout star Jessie Murph on Saturday, October 3, at no extra cost to current ticket holders.

Organizers plan to release a full, updated daily schedule in the coming weeks. Fans are encouraged to monitor the festival’s official website for the latest announcements.

A New Era for the Festival

When it resumes, the event will take place on a 150-acre former farm known as The Fields, recently purchased by promoter Peachtree Entertainment. Launched in 2012, the festival—often dubbed “The Biggest Party In The South”—historically took place in Cullman.

Throughout its history, the festival has hosted massive names in music, ranging from Morgan Wallen, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Ella Langley to legends like Kid Rock, Luke Combs, Gregg Allman, Chris Stapleton, Hank Williams Jr., Luke Bryan, and Buckcherry. After drawing record-breaking crowds in 2023 and continuing the momentum into 2024, the festival remains a powerhouse for Southern entertainment.