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How you could win 2 VIP Passes to Birmingham’s First Country Music Festival
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Whether you’re a longtime fan of country or just looking for something new to do in the Magic City, you won’t want to miss Iron Hills Country Music Fest—Birmingham’s first-ever country music festival. Held at Sloss Furnaces in mid-October, this two-day event is shaping up to be an unforgettable weekend of music, community and Southern soul.
Read on for everything you need to know about Iron Hills Country Music Fest AND how you could be front and center by winning two VIP passes plus a two-night stay at The Painted Lady Hotel by entering our Instagram giveaway.
About Iron Hills Country Music Fest

If you’ve ever been in the pit at Furnace Fest—or felt your windows shake a few blocks away—you know that Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark is one of the most unique concert venues in the South. The former blast furnace offers a one-of-a-kind concert experience that attracts festivalgoers from across the country—and it’s one of the main reasons the organizers of Furnace Fest chose the venue for their newest event: Iron Hills Country Music Festival.
Held on Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, Iron Hills Country Music Festival is bringing some serious Southern sound to Birmingham. Visit www.ironhillscountry.com to learn more and get your tickets.
Who you’ll see at Iron Hills Country Music Festival

The lineup for the inaugural Iron Hills Country Music Festival features a mix of classic country music legends and up-and-coming stars, including headliners:
- Turnpike Troubadours, the “Red Dirt” legends from Oklahoma that blend gritty lyrics with heartland soul and honky-tonk swagger
- Travis Tritt, a country icon with decades of hits like “Help Me Hold On” and “Can I Trust You with My Heart”
- Midland, a neotraditional country trio with hits like “Drinkin’ Problem” and “Burn Out”
- Chase Rice, a country music singer/songwriter (and former Survivor contestant) known for “Eyes on You” and “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen.”
- Jo Dee Messina, a 90s country icon known for her powerhouse voice and timeless anthems, like the chart-topping single “Heads Carolina, Tails California.”
- Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen, an Oscar-winning songwriter you might recognize from “Yellowstone,” backed by a versatile Texas quintet with Americana vibes and crooning Southern soul.
These headliners will be supported by 15 rising voices in country music:
- Mountain Grass Unit
- Drew Baldridge
- Drayton Farley
- Maggie Rose
- Matt Stell
- Dan Spencer
- Smokeshow Rodeo
- Dylan Marlowe
- Eli Young Band
- Conner Smith
- Chayce Beckham
- Kashus Culpepper
- American Aquarium
- Channing Wilson
- Tierra Kennedy
Bonus: One artist is yet to be announced! Follow @ironhillscountry on Instagram to be the first to know.
Don’t miss your chance to see these incredible country music artists in Birmingham’s backyard—visit www.ironhillscountry.com to learn more and get your tickets.
What you need to know about Iron Hills Country Music Festival

Whether it’s your first rodeo or you’re a seasoned fest-goer, here are some tips to help you make the most of Iron Hills Country Music Festival weekend.
- Parking can be found at Sloss Furnace National Historic Landmark and along nearby streets, but consider carpooling or ridesharing.
- Stay hydrated! Free water will be provided, and empty hydration packs and containers up to 32oz are allowed.
- Leave large bags at home, but small clutches, purses, wallets, fanny packs and other bags not exceeding 4.5″ by 6.5″ are allowed.
Visit www.ironhillscountry.com to learn more.
Enter to win tickets to Iron Hills Country Music Festival
To celebrate Birmingham’s first country music festival, Bham Now is giving away TWO VIP tickets to Iron Hills Country Music Festival, a two-night stay at the Painted Lady Hotel, a Yeti Camo Tundra 45 and a $50 gift card to Lee’s Coffee at Workplay. Here’s how to enter:
- First, click here to view the giveaway on Bham Now’s Instagram page.
- Next, like the post and tag a friend in the comments (more tags = more entries)
- Finally, make sure to follow @bhamnow + @ironhillscountry + @sloss_furnaces on Instagram
Have you entered our Iron Hills Country Music Festival giveaway? Tag us on Instagram @bhamnow to let us know who you’re most excited to see at Birmingham’s first country music festival!
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