Here's the weather forecast for Aug. 28 and 29, the days that theRock the Country Ocala 2026outdoor concert will be held at the Florida Horse Park. The information comes from the National Weather Service.
Aug. 28 forecast: During the day, there is a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mostly after noon, according to the weather service. The high temperature is expected to be 90 degrees, though the heat index ("feels like" temperature) will approach 102. At night, there is a 30% chance of rain, mainly before 11 p.m.
Aug. 29 forecast: During the day, there is a 30% chance of rain, mainly before 3 p.m., according to the weather service. The high temperature is expected to be 92, with the heat index as high as 106. At night, showers and thunderstorms
are likely before 11 p.m., and then a chance of rain between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m.
Aug. 28 performer schedule for Rock the Country Ocala 2026
Emmy Moyen: 1:45-2:05 p.m.
Connor Hicks: 2:10-2:30 p.m.
Sadie Bass: 2:50-3:15 p.m.
Dalton Davis: 3:35-4:20 p.m.
McCoy Moore: 4:50-5:35 p.m.
Shenandoah: 6:10-7:10 p.m.
Lauren Alaina: 7:40-8:55 p.m.
Brooks & Dunn: 9:40-11:10 p.m.
Aug. 29 performer schedule for Rock the Country Ocala 2026
Joe Jordan: 1:45-2:15 p.m.
Ashland Craft: 2:35-3:05 p.m.
Fox N' Vead: 3:25-4 p.m.
Kenny Whitmire: 4:10-4:30 p.m. (acoustic)
Mark Chesnutt: 4:50-5:50 p.m.
Hudson Westbrook: 6:20-7:20 p.m.
Jon Pardi: 7:50-9:05 p.m.
Blake Shelton: 9:45-11:15 p.m.
About Rock the Country Ocala 2026
The two-day Rock the Country concert happens Aug. 28 and 29 at the Florida Horse Park, 11008 S. County Road 475, Ocala.
Where can I learn about tickets?
Visit rockthecountry.com/ocala-fl/#info for information about tickets, parking, camping, what to bring, and more.
What will traffic be like near the Florida Horse Park?
Law enforcement will be providing assistance as people access the venue. Expect heavy traffic near the horse park.
On Aug. 28, the Marion County Sheriff's Office issued an advisory on social media noting, among other things, that northbound County Road 475A will be closed north of County Road 484
"If you are not attending the festival, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) encourages you to use an alternate route if possible. If you must travel through the area, allow extra time, remain alert, and use caution," the agency wrote.
What time does parking open? What time do the doors open?
Parking opens at noon both days. Doors open a 1 p.m.
Check facebook.com/rockthecountry for the latest.
jross@usatodayco.com
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