Bethel Woods Welcomes Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson is hitting the road again and bringing some friends along!

On Tuesday March 24th, 2026, Bethel Woods made the huge announcement. Willie Nelson's Outlaw Music Festival will return to Sullivan County on Saturday August 29th, 2026.

Willie will of course hit the stage along with The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crowe, Stephen Wilson Jr., Robert Randolph, Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.

We have to admit that is quite the lineup! Tickets go on sale Friday March 27th, 2026 at 10 am.

Learn more at BethelWoodsCenter.org or OutlawMusicFestival.com.

Turnpike Troubadours Add Bethel Woods Stop to Their Summer 2026 Tour

Moments after The Outlaw Music Festival announcement went live, Bethel Woods added another show to their schedule.

Turnpike Troubadours will hit the Bethel Woods pavilion stage on Saturday, August 15th. They're bringing along Muscadine Bloodline & The Creekers as their opening act.

Tickets also go on sale for this show on March 27th at 10 am.

Both of these country shows are just a taste of what Bethel Woods is bringing in 2026. Check out the ever growing line up for the rest of the Bethel Woods season below:

2026 Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Concert Lineup

Camping After a Show? Reservation Open For Bethel Woods Campground

Did you know you could camp out at Bethel Woods after a show? Back in 2023

According to the Bethel Woods website, from May through October guests can "choose from a variety of camping options available on concert and non-concert days."

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Camping options include Pavilion Camping which includes glamping, luxury suites and premium tent camping with your own private concert entrance.

Historic Camping is also available. This option is the original 1969 camp site and is  across the street from Pavilion Camping and it hosts RV's and car camping "for all types of vehicles and tent sizes."

Shuttles are available to the concert pavilion.

Learn more about camping and make your reservation visit BethelWoodsCenter.org/camping.

Let's Go Camping! Check Out These Updated Upstate NY Campgrounds

It's camping season in Upstate New York. If you plan on going camping, there are many campgrounds across the state that are being upgraded with makeovers and improvements. for the 2023 season. These include actual campsites, swimming pools, campgrounds, and the addition of EV chargers according to newyorkupstate.com. Check out to see if the campground you go to is making improvements this season.

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9 Spots to Enjoy Camping & Waterfalls in New York State Parks

Hike by waterfalls during the day and sleep under the stars at night at these 13 New York State Parks.

Gallery Credit: Credit - Polly McAdams

 

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