Major Texas event
Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards Festival
October 1–4, 2026 · Marshall, Texas · Harrison County
Competitive performances run October 1-3, followed by the awards program October 4; a downtown welcome event is scheduled September 30.
Why plan around Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards Festival?
Texas Sounds brings international country performers to a small historic theater in Marshall, creating a distinctive East Texas music weekend built around three competition nights and a Sunday awards program.
Verified event details
Organizer: East Texas Performing Arts, Inc. ↗
Verified admission options
Announced performers
Ally Joyce, Amber Rae, Crooks & Straights, Daniel Borge, Joe Fields, Alamo Country Band
Official-source details checked 2026-09-01. Ticket prices and lineups can change; confirm the linked official source before purchasing or traveling.
Plan the visit
Choose competition nights or the full run
Competitive performances are scheduled Thursday through Saturday, with the awards program on Sunday. Use the official lineup to decide whether a single night or multi-night pass fits your trip.
Arrive early in downtown Marshall
The organizer notes limited parking around the square and no dedicated venue lot, so arrive earlier than the 6 p.m. doors and plan to walk from downtown parking.
Include the September 30 welcome event if useful
The official schedule includes a parade of international flags and a free outdoor concert the evening before the ticketed competition begins.
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