ENTERTAINMENT
Three Days. Countless Memories. One Incredible Lineup.
Join us for the 2026 Marshall Autumnfest Weekend as we bring the community together through the power of live music! We’ve curated a spectacular, multi-genre lineup featuring star power straight from NBC's The Voice, jaw-dropping tribute performances, and the absolute best local talent the Midwest has to offer. Best of all, the music pairs perfectly with our weekend events, food vendors, and classic Car Show. Find your favorite acts below and get ready to sing, dance, and celebrate!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
Beauty & The Beats
Get ready to kick off the 2026 Marshall Autumnfest Weekend with an absolute powerhouse of a duo! Opening our musical entertainment schedule is Beauty & The Beats, featuring powerhouse vocalist Aura Ray, whom you know from NBC’s The Voice 2025 On-Air and Comeback Stage, and the incredible Sean Noel on guitar and percussion.
This dynamic pair has rocked stages from coast to coast and across the globe, bringing years of national and international touring experience directly to Marshall. Whether you are a fan of rock, pop, country, R&B, or jazz, they play the ultimate multi-genre soundtrack for your night. Their seamless blend of vocals, guitar, and live percussion will have you singing and dancing along in no time.
Make sure you are at the stage early! Grab your spots, grab your drinks, put your hands together, and get ready for Beauty & The Beats from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM!
Big Fun Band
🎶 Friday Night Lineup Update: Big Fun is Coming to Marshall!
We have an exciting, last-minute update for our Friday night main stage entertainment! While our previously scheduled headliner, American Vanity (formerly Burn the Jukebox), is unfortunately unable to perform due to an unexpected conflict, the music on the square never stops.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Terre Haute’s premier party champions, the Big Fun Band, are stepping in to save the night and completely rock the stage!
True to their name, this high-energy group is known across the Wabash Valley for delivering an unforgettable, non-stop dance party. Specializing in an massive variety of crowd-pleasing hits, their dynamic performance is the perfect kick-off for our 250th anniversary festival weekend. Whether you are a fan of classic rock, pop favorites, or modern dance anthems, they have something in their setlist to get everyone moving.
Let’s show our neighbors from just across the state line some true Marshall hospitality. Come out early, claim your spot on the grass, and get ready to have some BIG FUN!
Bring your lawn chairs, grab a fresh lemon shakeup and some delicious festival food, and join your neighbors downtown on the Gazebo Stage this Friday, September 18th, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
Whiskey Sour
Kick off your Saturday night with a local favorite that always brings the party! Opening our Saturday, September 19th evening lineup is Paris, Illinois’ very own Whiskey Sour!
Far from your average cover band, this high-powered, five-piece powerhouse blends timeless country classics with unexpected rock and pop favorites. Known throughout the region for having a few musical tricks up their sleeves, they specialize in high-energy sets that keep crowds on their feet. See why they have built a massive local following.
Catch their fan-favorite show from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM on the main stage!
No Fences
Mother Nature couldn't keep them away! After last year's weather cancellation, our Saturday Night Headliner is back to claim the stage: No Fences – The Ultimate Garth Brooks Experience!
As the nation's premier tribute to country music icon Garth Brooks, No Fences (featuring Dusty Miller) faithfully replicates the roaring energy, signature look, and stadium sound of a live Garth concert. For frontman Dusty Miller, this show is a lifelong passion. What started 30 years ago as an 11-year-old kid winning a school lip-sync contest with a homemade headset microphone has evolved into a full-blown, powerhouse tribute production.
Backed by an elite band of seasoned musicians from across the Midwest and Nashville—who have shared stages with Brad Paisley, Toby Keith, and The Kentucky Headhunters—Dusty brings unparalleled authenticity to the stage (he even sang backup vocals for the legendary Kenny Rogers!). Get ready for a non-stop, high-energy roller coaster ride celebrating the biggest hits in country music history.
Marshall, let’s make up for lost time and show them how we party in low places!
Find them on the Gazebo Stage from 8 PM - 9:30 PM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
High Cotton
As the 2026 Marshall Autumnfest Weekend and our fantastic Car Show wind down, we invite you to gather at the stage for our grand finale act: High Cotton.
For more than twenty years, High Cotton has entertained crowds across the Midwest with their engaging, down-home live shows. By infusing their lineup with brilliant young talent alongside seasoned veterans, they strike a flawless balance between musical tradition and modern innovation. Renowned for their tight harmonies and a deep commitment to musical excellence, High Cotton shares the absolute best of roots music. Come celebrate the close of another wonderful festival year with a performance that will leave you smiling all the way home.
Find them on the Gazebo Stage from 1 PM - 3 PM.
