Sioux Falls, SD (01/16/2026) — Lallycooler Music Festival, presented by MarketBeat, is turning up the volume for 2026. Festival organizers today announced the first wave of artists set to take the stage this summer, unveiling the full Friday lineup for the two-day music festival.
Friday night will be headlined by Darius Rucker, a multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning country star whose iconic voice spans decades. From his roots as the frontman of Hootie & the Blowfish to a chart-topping solo career, Rucker has earned four No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles, including the Diamond-certified hit “Wagon Wheel,” one of the best-selling country songs of all time.
Friday’s lineup also features Braxton Keith, a rising Texas singer-songwriter delivering high-energy honky-tonk with classic ’80s country influence, alongside Graham Barham, who brings soulful, heart-on-your-sleeve country rooted in Southern storytelling. Additional performances by Weston Frank round out a high-energy night, with the rural South Dakota favorite known for heartfelt originals, classic covers and more than 100 shows each year across the Midwest.
“Lallycooler is about the feeling you get when thousands of your friends and neighbors show up ready for a great night,” said Darrin Smith, President and CEO of Washington Pavilion Management Inc. “As a local arts organization, we care deeply about shared experiences, and this festival lets us create one that’s loud, fun and unforgettable. Get ready, year two is where it really starts to take off!”
Produced by the Washington Pavilion team, Lallycooler extends the organization’s year-round commitment to arts, culture and community beyond its downtown campus.
The two-day festival will take place July 10–11 at Sioux Falls Stadium and will feature live music, food, drinks and a high-energy festival atmosphere. Weekend passes are on sale now at Lallycooler.com.
Friday lineup:
- Darius Rucker (headliner)
- Braxton Keith
- Graham Barham
- Weston Frank
Festival organizers will continue the momentum in the coming days with the announcement of the full Saturday lineup. For passes and more information, visit Lallycooler.com.
About Lallycooler Music Festival
Lallycooler Music Festival is a two-day summer music festival produced by Washington Pavilion Management Inc. Launched in 2025, the festival expands the Pavilion’s mission to connect people through arts and culture, bringing nationally touring artists and music fans together for a shared live experience in Sioux Falls.
About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.
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