Farm Aid Music and Food Festival to Make Historic Debut in Virginia Beach on September 26

Farm Aid 2026 Takes Center Stage in Virginia Beach

On September 26, 2026, Virginia Beach will host the iconic Farm Aid festival for the very first time. The event will take place at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater and is set to feature a stellar lineup of artists including Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price, and Nathaniel Rateliff among others. Tickets go on sale to the public from June 12 at 10 AM ET through Farm Aid's Official Website.

Farm Aid is renowned not only for its music but also for raising vital awareness about the challenges family farmers face today. The festival serves as a platform to highlight the crucial role that family farms play in local communities, providing food, supporting economies, and preserving the land we live on. As founder Willie Nelson articulates, “When farmers struggle, communities feel it too.” This year’s festival aims to support farmers navigating a landscape that has become increasingly volatile due to economic pressures, policy uncertainties, and corporate consolidation.

The event promises to be more than just a musical gathering; it will showcase the contributions of farmers through delicious food sourced locally. Attendees can savor offerings from HOMEGROWN Concessions®, which provides a menu featuring ingredients grown and raised by farmers who adhere to ecological practices and are compensated fairly. Additionally, Farm Aid’s HOMEGROWN Village will offer engaging activities where festival-goers can learn about essential topics such as soil health, water conservation, and sustainable farming practices.

Virginia Beach is not just a picturesque coastal city but also a community where local food systems and markets are increasingly thriving despite facing obstacles like inflation and climate change. Farm Aid seeks to elevate this conversation, fostering a collective understanding of how interconnected food systems are with the wider community dynamics.

Tickets for the festival range from $85 to $350 and can be purchased via Farm Aid. A limited number of pre-sale tickets will be available starting June 10 at 10 AM ET.

Furthermore, leading up to the festival, Farm Aid will host pre-festival programs that bring together farmers, ranchers, advocates, and movement leaders to address the difficulties faced by family farms while envisioning a brighter future for agriculture in America. These sessions will be complemented by a celebratory event, more details of which will follow soon.

Farm Aid’s commitment to supporting farmers has been unwavering since 1985, and it has raised over $90 million to promote family farming and ecological agricultural practices over the years. As Farm Aid 2026 approaches, it is clear that the festival will continue this vital mission by rallying for America's farming community and championing the production of Good Food from family farms.

For live updates and festival information, follow Farm Aid on their social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads. Join the movement to make a difference in the agricultural landscape while enjoying a memorable day of music and community spirit.

Farm Aid 2026 is proudly supported by various sponsors including Virginia is For Farm Lovers, Visit Virginia Beach, and Horizon Organic, among others, showcasing how local businesses can partner to support family farms.

The festival is truly a testament to the power of community—uniting music lovers, farmers, and advocates in one vibrant space dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture and celebrating family farms.