Country Music Night 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable night of live country music at the Crawford County Fair!

On Thursday August 27th 2026, Joe Nichols takes the J.M. Warren Stage for Country Music Night, joined by rising artists Travis Bolt and local artist Dan Baney. Starts at 6:00 PM and Gates open at 5:00 PM

Set against the backdrop of the 81st Crawford County Fair, this concert brings great music, fair fun, and summer energy all in one place.

Premium Seats –  Chairs Closest to the Stage, Access to Bar Top Table Area, and Private Bathroom – $60 – Day of show $65

Preferred Seats – Seating directly behind Premium Seats, Chairs will be Provided but not set up, First Come First Serve – $40 – Day of show $45

General Seating – Seating in the Grandstands, choose your seat – $30 – Day of show $35 – Children age 6 & under are free with an Adult Grandstand Ticket

Gate Admission is not included in ticket pricing

**Ticket pricing online includes taxes and fees.

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One Night. One of Country Music’s Most Authentic Voices.

The Crawford County Fair is proud to welcome multi-Platinum recording artist Joe Nichols to the grandstand stage for a headline performance during Fair Week 2026.

With six No. 1 singles, ten Top 10 hits, more than 2.3 billion cumulative audio streams, and over 8 million RIAA-certified units sold in the U.S., Nichols has spent more than two decades as one of Nashville’s most honest and versatile voices. Billboard ranks him among the Top Country Artists of the 21st Century — and he’s bringing his honky-tonk show to Meadville.

The Hits You Know

Joe Nichols’ catalog is packed with songs that have defined country radio for two decades. Expect to hear fan favorites including:

• “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off“ — 2x Platinum, No. 1 single
• “Sunny and 75“ — Platinum, No. 1 single
• “Yeah“ — Platinum, No. 1 single
• “Gimme That Girl“ — Platinum, No. 1 single
• “Brokenheartsville“ — Platinum, No. 1 single
• “I’ll Wait For You“ — Platinum single
• “The Impossible“ — No. 1 single

And his latest releases — “High Notes“ (May 2026), “Fighting the Good Fight“ (February 2026), and “Goodbyes Are Hard to Listen To“ (October 2025) — teasers from his upcoming studio project, due in early 2027.

About Joe Nichols

Joe Nichols is a modern traditionalist with a sound that blurs the boundaries between country music’s past and present. A celebrated interpreter of Nashville’s finest songwriters, he’s shared the studio and stage with artists ranging from Dolly Parton to Post Malone.

His honors include:

• 3 GRAMMY nominations
• CMA Award winner
• ACM Award winner
• CMT Music Award winner
• Emmy Award for the PBS tribute special Still Playin’ Possum: Music & Memories of George Jones
• New York Times “Best Albums of the Year” recognition
• Member of the Pandora Billionaires Club (1+ billion streams on the platform)

Nichols has appeared on The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The View, Entertainment Tonight, Conan, Austin City Limits, and ACM Presents: Superstar Duets on CBS. He guest-starred on ABC’s hit drama Nashville and made his big-screen debut in the 2022 feature film Murder at Yellowstone City. His 2026 tour calendar includes a series of shows with country legend Hank Williams Jr.

Giving Back: Home Run for Hope

Beyond the stage, Joe Nichols recently launched Home Run for Hope, a campaign to build Nashville’s first inclusive baseball field for children with special needs. Inspired by his 2022 single “Home Run,” the project is raising the estimated $1.5 million needed to convert an existing field into an ADA-compliant “flexible field.” The cause is personal — Nichols’ sister, who lives with Down Syndrome, grew up playing softball, as does his daughter today.

Follow and Connect with Joe Nichols

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4aJTB79uwT4sP0Nb8QGWHc 

Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/joe-nichols/330697 

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/music/player/artists/B000QKHIPO/joe-nichols 

Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/artist/joe-nichols/ARdPZjv33cvKltg 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/officialjoenichols 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joenichols/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoeNichols 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joenichols 

Artist Spotlight: Travis Bolt

Get ready, Crawford County! We are bringing one of the most exciting, authentic new voices in country music straight from the heart of Texas to our main stage.

If you love raw storytelling, gritty guitar riffs, and a voice that packs a soulful punch, you cannot miss Travis Bolt. Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated debut album, Burning Bridges, Travis is bringing his powerhouse Texas country-rock sound right to our community.

Get to Know His Sound

Before he takes the stage, check out the music that has everyone talking. Travis blends traditional bluegrass roots with an urgent rock-and-roll edge and a deep, bluesy vocal delivery.

Watch: “Never Tried Cocaine“

With over 15 million streams, this is the breakout track that put Travis on the map and earned him a standing ovation at the legendary Ryman Auditorium.

Watch: “Blues At My Funeral“

A fan favorite from his new album Burning Bridges, this track perfectly showcases his soulful, Texas-grit songwriting.

The Story Behind the Music: More Than Just a Show

What makes Travis Bolt truly special is his incredible personal journey. For Travis, music isn’t just a career—it’s his life-saving medicine.

• Music as Medicine: Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome as a child, Travis faced intense bullying growing up. He discovered early on that the moment he picked up a guitar and began to sing, his tics completely vanished. Today, he proudly partners with the Tourette Association of America to inspire kids facing similar challenges.

• Barbecue & Bluegrass Roots: Travis grew up tagging along with his dad, an East Texas BBQ chef who cooked backstage for major Texas music festivals. While his dad smoked brisket, young Travis soaked up the sounds of Texas country legends. Later, his grandparents took him to bluegrass festivals, where he learned to play by ear from old-school picking circles.

• A Voice for Good: Travis is as passionate about helping others as he is about music. He partnered with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for his single “Seasons,” donating the song’s royalties to help fund mental health resources.

When you see Travis on stage, you aren’t just watching a concert—you are witnessing a man living out his true calling.

Follow Travis Bolt

Instagram: https://instagram.com/travis_bolt 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travis.bolt.90 

TikTok :https://tiktok.com/@travisboltmusictx 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@travisboltmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7w3bNGVaI2zJ4J6cCnATLu 

Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/travis-bolt/1269681519