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Patriotic Festival Country Weekend

Patriotic Festival Country Weekend

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22nd annual country music festival celebrating Memorial Day weekend at Norfolk Scope Arena, May 22-24, 2026, featuring Zach Top, Brooks & Dunn, and The Red Clay Strays.

The Patriotic Festival Country Weekend is the 22nd annual celebration of country music and military appreciation, held Memorial Day weekend at Norfolk Scope Arena. Featuring headline performances from award-winning artists Zach Top, Brooks & Dunn, and The Red Clay Strays across three nights, the festival combines live country music with tribute to all branches of the Armed Forces through onsite military activities and demonstrations.

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  • Zach TopHeadlinerNorfolk Scope Arena

    Fri, May 22, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • Brooks & DunnHeadlinerNorfolk Scope Arena

    Sat, May 23, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • The Red Clay StraysHeadlinerNorfolk Scope Arena

    Sun, May 24, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • Lanie GardnerNorfolk Scope Arena

    Sat, May 23, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • The CastellowsNorfolk Scope Arena

    Sun, May 24, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

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Location
Norfolk
Dates
Fri, May 22, 2026 – Sun, May 24, 2026 (America/New_York)
Stages
1
Venue Type
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Headliners

Zach Top

Norfolk Scope Arena

Fri, May 22, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

Brooks & Dunn

Norfolk Scope Arena

Sat, May 23, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

The Red Clay Strays

Norfolk Scope Arena

Sun, May 24, 7:00 PM (America/New_York)

May 22

Norfolk Scope Arena

  • Zach Top

    7:00 PM (America/New_York)

May 23

Norfolk Scope Arena

  • Brooks & Dunn

    7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • Lanie Gardner

    7:00 PM (America/New_York)

May 24

Norfolk Scope Arena

  • The Red Clay Strays

    7:00 PM (America/New_York)

  • The Castellows

    7:00 PM (America/New_York)

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A Celebration of Country and Patriotism

The Patriotic Festival Country Weekend stands as the most popular military celebration in the Norfolk region, bringing together country music entertainment with tribute to America's Armed Forces. Now in its 22nd year, the festival has established itself as a significant cultural event during Memorial Day weekend, drawing attendees from across the Hampton Roads area.

The Lineup

The 2026 edition features three nights of headliner performances. Zach Top, a CMA New Artist of the Year and Grammy Award winner for Best Traditional Country Album, takes the stage Friday, May 22. Saturday, May 23, brings Brooks & Dunn, the acclaimed CMA Vocal Duo of the Year. Sunday concludes the festival with The Red Clay Strays, a CMA Vocal Group of the Year, alongside special guest The Castellows.

Military Tribute and Community Activities

Beyond the music stage, the festival honors military service through comprehensive onsite programming. From 3-9 PM across all three days, the Scope Arena Plaza and Upper Concourse host free public activities including the GruntStyle Live Plaza Concert & Fun Zone, Naval Station Norfolk Military Working Dog demonstrations, and the Marines Battle Position experience. Beverage sampling stations and Boot Barn giveaways add to the festival atmosphere, while partners like Hoffman Beverage provide live entertainment.

Venue and Ticketing

Held at the climate-controlled Norfolk Scope Arena in downtown Norfolk, the festival offers reserved seating, pit tickets, and sponsor hospitality options. Ticketmaster handles ticket distribution through their platform. The festival regularly runs BOGO promotions offering a "Buy One Ticket, Get Yours Free" deal, along with special military appreciation discounts. Both single-day and weekend pass options are available to accommodate various attendance preferences.

Dates

Fri, May 22, 2026 – Sun, May 24, 2026 (America/New_York)

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Venue Info

Stages
1
Indoor
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Location

Norfolk Scope Arena, Norfolk, Virginia

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

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