Under The Big Sky Celebrates Americana
If you’re ready for a festival that gets you out in the fresh air, this one is it. After celebrating its fifth edition this summer, Outriders Present hop back on the saddle to reveal the star-studded lineup for Under The Big Sky Festival. And get ready for some fun as the festival is returning to the panoramic 360-acre Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish, MT, for an unforgettable three days of music and rodeo, headlined by Tyler Childers, Mumford & Sons, and The Red Clay Strays.
Under The Big Sky honors the rich legacy and history of Americana, serving up Outlaw country, rock, indie-folk, and bluegrass, alongside the sounds of the modern American West. And the location is superb as the venue is just 30 minutes from Glacier National Park.
Next summer, attendees will be graced with breathtaking performances from Kentucky’s original ‘country squire,’ American singer and songwriter, Tyler Childers, who returns to the ranch after hosting a benefit concert this summer for the Blackfeet Tribe; the six-time Grammy-nominated, folk-superstars Mumford & Sons, who will perform a live special U.S. festival show at Under The Big Sky; and the redemptive Southern Rockers, The Red Clay Strays.
The bill will be rounded out by the iconic Wyonna Judd, famously known for winning five Grammy Awards and trailblazing the way for women in country music; Dylan Gossett, the Texan singer/songwriter currently playing sold-out concerts on the strength of his hit ‘Coal’; one of Americana music’s most exciting up-and-comers, Wyatt Flores; and ‘Yellowstone’ unforgettable star, Luke Grimes. The festival will also continue to showcase the best of the Montana music scene, supporting 11 local acts such as one of Whitefish’s beloved singer/songwriters, Hannah King who returns after her performance in 2023; Bozeman’s two rising bluegrass bands, North Fork Crossing and The Bridger Creek Boys; The Helnore Highwater Band coming from Eureka to deliver the feel of a bygone country era; and Missoula’s honky tonk-soul funk superband, Give It To ‘Em, Florabelle.
Under The Big Sky has become one of outlaw country music’s biggest and most anticipated festivals of the year. While enjoying world class performances, attendees can sample the best in Western cuisine, from both local and hand-picked national food vendors, cop some vintage Western wear on mercantile row, explore the ranch on family focused horse rides, or enjoy the petting zoo. So much to see and do!
Alongside musical programming, Under The Big Sky delivers a full three day rough stock rodeo, featuring world class level athletes competing in more than five disciplines including, Bull Riding, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc, Team Roping and Barrel Racing. Neat!
Under The Big Sky is open for all ages to attend, with children six and under RSVP’d given free entry. Tickets are on sale now!