Big Barrel Country Music Festival
- Dates
- Dates not yet announced
- Status
- Ended
- Venue
- The Woodlands, Dover International Speedway grounds
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- Available
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Big Barrel Country Music Festival in Dover, DE is not currently confirmed to be running. Froligo tracks its status, history and similar festivals still happening.
What happened to Big Barrel Country Music Festival?
Organizer Goldenvoice cancelled the festival in January 2016, just seven months after its inaugural June 2015 edition; no edition has been held since.
Reported by WHYY (Jan 28, 2016).
Similar festivals that are still going ahead are listed further down this page.
The experience
What's special
Big Barrel Country Music Festival was a country music festival held at The Woodlands of Dover International Speedway in Dover, Delaware. It debuted in June 2015 with headliners including Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood, drew about 35,000 people in its first year, and was cancelled in 2016 after a single edition.
Last time around (2015)
The only edition took place in June 2015 at Dover International Speedway; the festival was cancelled in early 2016 and did not return.
Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Big Barrel Country Music Festival on Spotify.
Getting there
Nearest airport PHL.
How do I get to Big Barrel Country Music Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Big Barrel Country Music Festival. The nearest major airport is PHL, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the center of Dover. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
The Woodlands, Dover International Speedway grounds
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Big Barrel Country Music Festival?
Airport hotels 3
9000 Bartram Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon8900 Bartram Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon8800 Bartram Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19153
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonHotel links may earn Froligo a commission; they never change the price you pay.
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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