Red Ants Pants Music Festival 2026

Jul 23 - Jul 26

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The 15th anniversary lineup brings together GRAMMY-winning legends, Americana favorites, and rising stars for a weekend that celebrates music, community, and rural Montana culture. Hall of Fame bluegrass icon Ricky Skaggs leads the bill with his powerhouse band Kentucky Thunder. Joining him is acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso Molly Tuttle, the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Guitar Player of the Year award. Country music favorite Sara Evans also joins the celebration, bringing her multi-platinum catalog of hits and award-winning vocals to the pasture stage.
Beyond the music, the festival remains known for its authentic Montana spirit, featuring agriculture and work skill demonstrations, local food and beverages, artisan vendors, kids activities, and beloved traditions like the Beard & Moustache Contest and Crosscut Saw Competition.
New for 2026: Campgrounds open Wednesday, July 22 at 4 p.m. for an extra night of camping as we celebrate 15 years of music with a mission.

  • Tickets:
  • $90 per day; $215 for a three-day pass ($695 for VIP); free for kids 12 and under; advance purchase recommended, ticket sales are limited and sell out fast.
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