Jon Pardi, Midland & More To Join The First Lone Star Smokeout: Country Music and BBQ Unite at AT&T Stadium

Get ready, Texas! The debut Lone Star Smokeout is gearing up to take the AT&T Stadium grounds by storm from May 2-4, 2025, delivering a sizzling combination of country music and world-class BBQ. Headlining this three-day extravaganza are none other than Jon Pardi, Cody Jinks, and Midland, promising unforgettable performances in the heart of Arlington.

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Brought to you by the creative minds behind Chicago’s Windy City Smokeout and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, Lone Star Smokeout is poised to become a marquee event in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With a lineup curated by ACM award-winning promoter and festival co-founder Ed Warm, the festival showcases over 15 of country music’s biggest names and rising stars.

Joining the headliners are fan favorites Randy Rogers Band, Eli Young Band, and an exciting mix of fresh faces like Dylan Gossett, Wyatt Flores, and Tanner Adell. The stage will also light up with DJ Pauly D, Tucker Wetmore, Lauren Watkins, Kaitlin Butts, Grace Tyler, Ian Harrison, JoJo DiSalvo, Catie Offerman, and Kashus Culpepper.

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Tickets go on sale Friday, January 10, at 10:00 AM, so mark your calendars and visit www.lonestarsmokeout.com to secure your spot.

“We’re thrilled to bring the Smokeout’s renowned hospitality and hand-picked lineup to Texas,” said R.J. Melman, President of Lettuce Entertain You and co-founder of Lone Star Smokeout in the festival's press release. “Partnering with AT&T Stadium allows us to deliver a boutique festival experience packed with the best in BBQ and country music.”

Ed Warm echoed the sentiment, saying, “Dallas-Fort Worth’s deep love of country music makes it the perfect setting for our debut. We’ve assembled a lineup blending renowned headliners with promising up-and-comers, including some incredible Texas talents.”

Premium Experiences and Sunday Brunch

For those seeking an elevated festival experience, the 3-Day Platinum Pass offers exclusive perks like gourmet dining, premium beverages, climate-controlled viewing areas, air-conditioned private bathrooms, stage pit access, reserved parking, expedited entry, and concierge services. Single-day tickets will become available next month, but three-day pass holders won’t want to miss the Bottomless BBQ Brunch on Sunday, May 4. This signature event features top-notch BBQ, a mimosa and Bloody Mary bar, and live acoustic music.

Texas-Sized Highlights

According to the press release, attendees can also explore a shopping haven with pop-ups from Tecovas, Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott, Hale House Boutique, and Flea Style’s custom hat bar. And because no Texas festival is complete without BBQ, the event will showcase over ten celebrated pitmasters from across the country, with names to be revealed next month alongside the festival’s by-date lineup and performance schedule.

Corporate and group hospitality options, including Private Group Cabanas and Backstage Lounge reservations, are available for those looking to enhance their festival experience. Visit www.lonestarsmokeout.com/privateparties for details.

Bigger, Bolder, and Uniquely Texas

With its iconic location and unbeatable mix of music, BBQ, and shopping, the Lone Star Smokeout promises to deliver an event worthy of the saying, “Everything’s bigger in Texas.” Don’t miss your chance to be part of this landmark debut. Tickets and more information are available at www.lonestarsmokeout.com.