Music enthusiasts across the Midwest have a reason to celebrate as the XRoads41 Festival has revealed an impressive lineup for its third annual event, scheduled for August 6-8, 2026, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
The festival, which attracted a record crowd of 41,500 attendees last year, promises to deliver an even more spectacular experience with a star-studded roster headlined by country music powerhouses. Jason Aldean will take center stage on August 8, closing out the three-day musical extravaganza, while chart-topping artist Lainey Wilson is set to headline the previous night on August 7.
Adding diversity to the festival’s musical offerings, rapper Wiz Khalifa will perform on August 6, bringing his unique sound to the country-dominated event. Treaty Oak Revival has also been confirmed as a headlining act, with two additional main stage headliners, including Thursday’s lead performer, yet to be announced.
Festival organizers bring hip-hop flair to Oshkosh with Wiz Khalifa, while keeping country fans happy with Treaty Oak Revival.
The supporting lineup features a mix of established performers and rising stars, including Tracy Byrd, David Lee Murphy, Jackson Dean, Wyatt Flores, Braxton Keith, Josh Ross, Preston Cooper, Lauren Watkins, and Lanie Gardner.
Festival marketing director Mindy Klein has described the collection of talent as the strongest lineup in the event’s history, emphasizing the inclusion of artists who “sell arenas and dominate contemporary music charts.” According to Klein, this represents the strongest lineup claimed in the festival’s growing reputation.
Tickets are currently available in multiple categories, including General Admission, VIP, and Ultra VIP, with both one-day and three-day passes on offer. Prospective attendees should note that prices will increase on November 7, 2025, at noon.
Budget-conscious fans can take advantage of a no-interest payment plan, securing three-day passes for less than $17 down. Camping options are also available for those seeking onsite accommodations.
The XRoads41 Festival aims to showcase a diverse range of musical genres, blending country music, southern rock, and hip-hop to attract broad audiences. For participating artists, events like this provide substantial income opportunities through merchandise sales, live performance fees, and potential sync deals with brands associated with the festival.
Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets early through the official Etix platform to secure the best prices before the November increase.
Festival organizers plan to implement comprehensive social media campaigns to engage fans before, during, and after the event, creating buzz and maintaining momentum throughout the promotional period.
Additional headliner announcements and festival attractions are expected in the coming months, as organizers continue to build excitement for what promises to be a landmark cultural event in the region.
