Riley Green, Shaboozey, and Koe Wetzel headline the Lone Star Smokeout Festival, returning to Arlington April 24-26 just outside AT&T Stadium. Get ready for three days of chart-topping country music and legendary BBQ including Arlington’s own Hurtado Barbecue. Here's what you need to know before planning your weekend:
Grab Your Tickets
There are several ticket options available:
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General Admission – Access to all live performances, award-winning BBQ from the nation's best pitmasters, cashless bars, and activities across the festival grounds. Kids 10 and under get in FREE with a ticketed adult.
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VIP Experience – Elevated deck seating with shaded viewing areas, expedited entry, luxe air-conditioned restrooms, and a private cash bar with premium drinks.
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Platinum Experience Presented by American Airlines – Climate-controlled hospitality suite with shaded viewing and dining, all-inclusive chef-curated food and top-shelf drinks, exclusive stage pit access for every performance, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary wellness products, and a dedicated on-site concierge.
Enjoy an exclusive Sunday BBQ Brunch presented by OpenTable! This add-on provides early access to the festival grounds for a bottomless BBQ brunch crafted by the Smokeout's world-renowned pitmasters, free-flowing mimosas, a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, and live acoustic music sets. Purchase a 3-Day or Sunday wristband for entry — look for tickets labeled "+ BBQ Brunch."
Additionally, Lone Star Smokeout is offering a discount on select tickets for military, first responders, and other qualifying members in partnership with GOVX. Create a free account on the GOVX website to see if you're eligible and claim your discount.
Use code Arlington for $10 off your tickets.
A portion of proceeds from every ticket purchased will be donated to ACM Lifting Lives.
Plan for Parking
Parking passes for Lots 12, 13, and 14 at AT&T Stadium are available for purchase. All parking must be purchased in advance through SeatGeek.
Leave the Cash at Home
Lone Star Smokeout is a mostly cashless event. Major credit cards as well as mobile pay will be accepted at vendor booths.
Bag Policy
Plan your packing around the approved bag policy:
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Clear Tote – Plastic, vinyl, or PVC, no larger than 12″L x 6″W x 12″H
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Plastic Storage Bag – Clear, one-gallon, re-sealable
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Small Clutch Purse – No larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″, with or without a handle or strap. Can be carried separately or inside an approved plastic bag.
Standing Room Only
Do not bring foldable chairs, beach chairs, or picnic blankets into the festival. This will primarily be a standing concert experience, and there will be seating options throughout the festival grounds for guests to use.
Festival Hours
Here's when the fun begins each day:
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Friday, April 25: Gates open at 3:00 p.m.
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Saturday, April 26: Gates open at 1:00 p.m.
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Sunday, April 27: Gates open at 1:00 p.m. (Festival gates open at 11:30 a.m. for BBQ Brunch ticket holders)
For further information on what to expect, visit the Lone Star Smokeout FAQ page.
