We are excited to announce that applications are now open for artists wishing to perform at our seventh edition of  The British Country Music Festival 2026, which will be held from September 4th to 6th, 2026!

This is a fantastic opportunity for musicians to showcase their talent at one of the UK’s premier country music events.

The application period will remain open until November 25, 2025, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant festival.

We encourage all emerging or established artists to apply and share their unique sound with our enthusiastic audience. Joining our festival allows you to perform in front of dedicated country music fans and provides access to industry professionals and media representatives eager to discover new talent.

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We look forward to hearing your music and hope to see you on stage in 2026!

Performance applications are open to:

• All genres and subgenres of contemporary Country, Americana, Roots & Folk.
• We have stages suitable for solo acts, duos and full bands.
• Acoustic and amplified artists.
• Submit original music; we champion songwriters.  
• We are unlikely to programme cover bands or tribute artists.
• Artists from all four corners of the UK and Ireland.
• The final line-up will celebrate amazing grassroots UK artists, but we welcome with open arms a select number of guest artists from all over the world.

Invited artists are guaranteed at least one performance slot:

• Performance slots run an average of 40-45 minutes (some exceptions may apply).
• Successful applicants will be scheduled to perform on September 4th, 5th, or 6th, 2026. Please only apply if you are available on these days.
• We encourage networking and songwriting collaborations. Successful applicants will receive artist wristbands that will give artists access to the festival for all three days. Make use of the access to network and see other performances. 
• TBCMF pays an agreed fee for all successful applicants.
• Full festival sound and lighting tech spec, including shared backline for bands, is provided.
• TBCMF provides backstage food for all artists on the day of performance. Travel and accommodation are at the artists’s expense.

Collaborators Wanted for The British Country Music Festival

 We are actively looking for colloaborations, media partners and Country and Americana music organisations to join us this year. Please send an email to martin@britishcountrymusicfestival.com to start a conversation.

Trader applications for 2025 and 2026 are also open