The Outlaw Music Festival 2025: Everything You Need To Know About The 10th Anniversary Tour, Lineup, And Dates
The Outlaw Music Festival Tour is officially celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2025 with what is being hailed as the biggest and most star-studded lineup in its history. As of late December 2025, a significant portion of the tour schedule, including multiple dates and the core legendary artists, has been confirmed, sending waves of excitement through the country and folk music communities. This year's festival continues the tradition of honoring the spirit of outlaw country, folk, and rock, anchored by the iconic presence of its founder, Willie Nelson.
The 2025 tour promises an unparalleled musical journey across the United States, running from May through September. The festival is renowned for its rotating cast of legends and rising stars, and the 10th-anniversary celebration is no exception, featuring a core lineup that includes two of the most influential figures in American music history: Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. This article provides the most current, detailed breakdown of the confirmed dates, locations, and the diverse roster of artists joining the movement.
The Outlaw Music Festival 2025: Confirmed Lineup and Tour Dates
The Outlaw Music Festival has solidified its status as a premier live music event by consistently delivering an eclectic mix of genre-defining legends and contemporary talent. The 2025 tour, which marks the festival's 10th anniversary, is set to be the largest iteration to date, featuring a massive roster of superstars and music icons.
Core Headliners: The Legends of the Outlaw Movement
The heart of the Outlaw Music Festival remains the same, featuring two irreplaceable pillars of American music:
- Willie Nelson & Family: The festival’s founder and namesake, Willie Nelson, continues to headline every stop, ensuring that the true spirit of outlaw country is present at every show.
- Bob Dylan: A consistent and monumental presence, the Nobel laureate joins the tour for numerous dates, offering a rare opportunity to see two of music's greatest living poets on the same stage.
The Rotating Cast of 2025 Outlaws (Confirmed Entities)
The true magic of the Outlaw Festival lies in its rotating lineup, which ensures each stop offers a unique experience. For the 10th Anniversary Tour, the confirmed roster is exceptionally deep and diverse, blending classic rock, folk-rock, and contemporary country.
- Sheryl Crow
- Waxahatchee
- The Avett Brothers
- The Mavericks
- Tami Neilson
- Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
- Trampled By Turtles
- Myron Elkins
- Turnpike Troubadours
- The Red Clay Strays
Key Confirmed 2025 Tour Stops and Specific Lineups
While the full tour schedule is extensive, several major dates and their specific lineups have been announced, giving fans a clear picture of the star power coming to their city:
- May 13, 2025: Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, Phoenix, AZ
- June 22, 2025: Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati, OH (Featuring Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled By Turtles, Myron Elkins)
- July 6, 2025: Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands, TX (Featuring Willie Nelson and Family, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, The Mavericks, Tami Neilson)
- August 10, 2025: The Oncenter, Syracuse, NY (10th Anniversary Tour Stop featuring Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, The Red Clay Strays)
- September 12, 2025: Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden, NJ (Featuring Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, & Waxahatchee)
The festival is expected to run through late summer and early fall, with additional dates and venues to be announced, continuing the tradition of a massive summer-long celebration of outlaw music.
The Evolution of the Outlaw Sound: 10 Years of Musical Rebellion
The Outlaw Music Festival, which began in 2016, was founded on a simple principle: to bring together a diverse group of artists who embody the rebellious, independent spirit of the "Outlaw Country" movement pioneered by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings. The festival is more than just a concert series; it’s a living definition of the outlaw musical label itself.
The 2025 lineup perfectly illustrates the festival’s commitment to this ethos. While the presence of Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan honors the past, the inclusion of artists like Sheryl Crow, The Avett Brothers, and the Turnpike Troubadours shows the genre’s expansion. Sheryl Crow brings a blend of rock, folk, and country, while the Turnpike Troubadours represent the modern resurgence of authentic, roots-driven country music. This blend ensures the festival appeals to multiple generations of music fans, from those who remember the original movement to those discovering the "outlaw" spirit for the first time.
Topical Authority: Outlaw Legends of the Past
To fully appreciate the festival, it helps to understand the historical context of the Outlaw movement. The original "outlaws" were artists who rejected the polished, commercialized sound of the Nashville music establishment in the 1970s, demanding creative control over their music, album art, and production. Key figures in this movement, whose spirit lives on through the festival, include:
- Waylon Jennings: Often credited alongside Nelson for defining the movement with albums like Ladies Love Outlaws.
- Johnny Cash: Though not exclusively an "outlaw," his rebellious persona and willingness to challenge norms made him a spiritual predecessor.
- Kris Kristofferson: A key songwriter whose raw, honest lyrics embodied the anti-establishment sentiment.
- Merle Haggard: Known for his authentic, working-class narratives and rejection of mainstream trends.
- George Jones: The "original outlaw" whose tumultuous life and raw musicality broke every rule.
The 2025 festival, with its massive, rotating lineup, ensures that the torch passed by these legends continues to burn brightly, showcasing the new artists who carry that rebellious, rule-breaking spirit.
Ticket Information and How to Experience the 10th Anniversary
Given the monumental nature of the 10th Anniversary Tour, demand for tickets is expected to be incredibly high. Fans eager to secure their spot at one of the 2025 dates should pay close attention to the official sale dates.
Pre-Sale and General On-Sale Details
Historically, the festival has utilized presale codes to give loyal fans early access. For the 2025 tour, a presale was noted to begin in March 2025, with a general presale code often being "OUTLAW25".
- Presale Start: Typically a few days before the general on-sale, often in mid-March 2025.
- General On-Sale: Follows the presale, with tickets available to the general public.
It is highly recommended that fans sign up for email alerts from the official Blackbird Presents website (the festival promoter) and local venue websites to receive the most accurate presale codes and on-sale times for their specific city.
Why the Outlaw Festival is a Must-See in 2025
The Outlaw Music Festival offers a unique concert experience that goes beyond a standard music tour. It is a full-day event, with gates often opening in the early afternoon (around 2:30 PM) and the show starting in the late afternoon (around 4:00 PM), providing hours of continuous music.
The opportunity to see Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan—two living legends who have defined American music for over six decades—on the same bill is increasingly rare and should not be missed. Furthermore, the festival's format, where Willie Nelson doesn't have to carry the entire show, allows for a more relaxed and diverse musical journey, featuring everything from the Americana folk of The Avett Brothers to the gritty rock of Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. The 10th Anniversary Tour is a testament to the enduring power of music that refuses to conform, making it the essential concert experience of 2025.
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