Here's Who Is Performing at the 2026 Marshland Festival

Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - One of Southwest Louisiana's most anticipated summer traditions is gearing up for another big year, and organizers have officially unveiled the entertainment lineup for the 2026 Marshland Festival.

What began decades ago as a hometown celebration in Hackberry, Louisiana, has grown into one of the region's premier annual events. Today, thousands of visitors make their way to the Lake Charles Event Center each year to experience two days packed with live music, local food, shopping, and family-friendly fun.

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The 2026 Marshland Festival is scheduled for Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25, bringing an impressive roster of performers to the main coliseum for a full weekend of entertainment from some of Louisiana's favorite artists. The performance times and which day they will play will be announced next month, but here's who is playing this year!

2026 Marshland Festival Entertainment Lineup

Gyth Rigdon
Keith Frank
Jamie Bergeron
Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition
Steel Shot
Greg Blanchard
Dustin Sonnier
Travis Matte
Water Edge
The Johnson Brothers Band
Boomerang
Shorts In December
Louisiana Express

This is more than just a festival; the event continues to serve a greater purpose. Proceeds generated over the weekend support community organizations in Hackberry and fund scholarships for local students.

With live entertainment, great food, local shopping, and a mission that benefits the community, the Marshland Festival remains one of the must-attend events of the summer season in Southwest Louisiana.