Kentucky is a country music lover’s paradise. This summer, cities all across the Bluegrass State will welcome some of the biggest names in country music to perform sell-out shows that – let’s be honest – feel a little more authentic in Kentucky than almost anywhere else.
And is there really a better way to kick off summer in Kentucky than with a night of country croonin’, cowboy bootin’, beer slingin’ fun?
So let’s break down some of the best country music concerts being held in Kentucky this summer, where you can see your favorite artists perform, and how to score those tickets!

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Without a doubt, Louisville is one of the best places to catch some of the biggest big-name country singers but, honestly, we're seeing an amazing lineup of artists performing all across the state! Here’s the breakdown of what’s goin’ down and when:

Louisville, KY - Summer 2022 Country Concerts

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

  • Sunday, May 22 at 8 p.m. 
  • $32

Martina McBride

  • Sunday, June 5 at 8 p.m.
  • $68

Brett Young

  • Friday, June 24 at 8 p.m.
  • $45

Willie Nelson & Family

  • Wednesday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m.
  • $172-$405

Aaron Lewis

  • Thursday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m.
  • $42

Country Music Concerts Outside of Louisville: 

 

Scotty McCreery

  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • Friday, June 10 at 7 p.m.
  • $55

Lonestar and Deana Carter

  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • Friday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m.
  • $35

Old Dominion

  • Lexington, KY
  • Thursday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m.
  • $173

Blackberry Smoke

  • Sharpsburg, KY
  • Saturday, June 25 at 3:15 p.m.
  • $69

Ashley McBryde

  • New Haven, KY
  • Sunday, July 10 at 8 p.m.
  • $75

Chase Matthew & Kidd G

  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • Saturday, July 9 at 8 p.m.
  • $51

Lady A

  • Sharpsburg, KY
  • Friday, July 15 at 5:30 p.m. 
  • $100

Eli Young Band

  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • Friday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m.
  • $50

For King And Country

  • Corbin, KY
  • Friday, July 15 at 7 p.m.
  • $219

Mary Chapin Carpenter

  • Friday, July 22 at 8 p.m. 
  • $75

Ronnie Milsap with Rachel Holt 

  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • Saturday, July 23 at 7 p.m.
  • $39-$293

Alabama

  • Sharpsburg, KY
  • Saturday, August 6 at 5:30 p.m.
  • $74

Justin Moore

  • New Haven, KY
  • Friday, August 26 at 8 p.m.
  • $100

Lorrie Morgan

  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • Saturday, August 6 at 8 p.m.
  • $61

Hank Williams, Jr.

  • Beaver Dam, KY
  • Friday, August 12 at 7 p.m.
  • $182

So there you have it, folks! Tons of amazing musicians will be making their way to Kentucky this summer for a fantastic, diverse lineup of country music concerts. A lot of these tickets are selling fast, so be sure to grab yours now! 

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