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Willie Nelson Taps John Mellencamp, Neil Young to Headline Farm Aid in Virginia Beach

Willie Nelson Taps John Mellencamp, Neil Young to Headline Farm Aid in Virginia Beach

Summary

Willie Nelson is organizing the 2026 Farm Aid concert in Virginia Beach on September 26. The event will feature performances by Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, and other musicians to support farmers facing challenges.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 Farm Aid concert is scheduled for September 26 at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach.
  • This is the first time Farm Aid is held at this venue.
  • Neil Young and John Mellencamp, board members of Farm Aid, will headline alongside Willie Nelson.
  • Neil Young will perform with his band The Chrome Hearts; Dave Matthews will perform with Tim Reynolds.
  • Other performers include Margo Price, Nathaniel Rateliff, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, and more.
  • The event aims to support family farmers who face difficulties that affect food supply and communities.
  • Tickets go on presale starting June 10 at 10 a.m. EST and general sale begins June 12 at 10 a.m. EST.
  • More information and tickets are available on Farm Aid’s official website.
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