Big Thicket Hogs and Strings 2026 Music Fest and Cook-off

08/25/2026

Folks! We have a special night coming up this week. Join us at Courville's this Thursday night for "The Trio" Ashton Naylor, Hank Weaver and Cameron Allbright, W/special guest opener Tyson Webb. Why is this so special??? because its a sneak peak at the up and coming Big Thicket Hogs and Strings festival. All these guys will be there PLUS, we will be selling discounted festival tickets at the show!!! $15.00 for one and buy two get one FREE! Come out this Turdsday! 8/27 https://courvillestx.com/products/thetriohankashtoncameron

08/22/2026

08/20/2026

⚡️⚡️Artist Spotlight: The Droptines⚡️⚡️

Hailing from Austin, The Droptines fuse country, rock, and Americana with unmistakable Texas grit and the kind of sharp, thoughtful songwriting that’s taken them from local dive bars to the Grand Ole Opry and beyond.

Their 2024 self-titled album paved the way for Drought Flower, released this year on Big Loud Texas. Along the way, they’ve shared stages with Wh***ey Myers and Dwight Yoakam, and landed a feature on the hit series Dutton Ranch with their track, “Take Too Much”.

We’re proud to welcome them as this year’s Hogs & Strings headliner.

The Droptines are coming. You should, too. Get your tickets before they’re gone!

08/13/2026

Make your ticket go even further! When you sponsor a veteran, you support a hero’s weekend at the ADA-accessible Indian Springs Campground as well as your own upgraded festival experience:

🇺🇸 Your company or personal name prominently displayed on the “Sponsor a Veteran” banner.

🇺🇸 2 VIP All-Access Passes to the Hogs & Strings Festival, including admission to the Private VIP Party on Friday, October 16

🇺🇸 2 Raffle Entries for a chance to win 1 of 5 prizes.

Ready to sponsor? https://birdease.com/35952/sponsorships

One unforgettable day for you. A lifetime of kmemories for someone else.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE  HOG AND STRINGS PLAYLIST HERE *******Tickets on Sale Now!****** TICKETS CAN STILL BE PURCHASED AT THE GATE ON SATURDAY THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT Indian Springs Camp proudly hosts the Annual Big Thicket Hogs & Strings BBQ Cookoff and Music Festival every year on the third ...

08/09/2026

Your business can create opportunities that last far beyond festival day. We’re opening a few more sponsorship spots for the 2026 Big Thicket Hogs & Strings Fest!

Reach thousands of local customers while supporting Indian Springs Camp, where veterans, at-risk youth, and the differently-abled enjoy ADA-accessible outdoor experiences all year.

Support a mission. Showcase your brand. Make an impact. Message “SPONSOR” for details or visit our website.

08/08/2026

⚡⚡ Artist Spotlight: Candi Jenkins ⚡⚡

Candi Jenkins is an up-and-coming roots artist making a name for herself with classic yet modern songwriting that blends traditional country, Appalachian bluegrass, and Americana. As Candi puts it, “I couldn’t find the type of country I wanted to hear, so I started making it myself.”

Though she claims Lexington, Kentucky as home, her roots also stretch through Louisville, southern Indiana, Canada, and Southeastern Kentucky. After moving to Kentucky, Candi found a deeper connection to her Appalachian heritage, saying, “Appalachian music is in my blood in a way that is beyond surroundings. It is a part of me.” She explores that connection in her song “God Don’t Care.”

Candi has quickly built momentum on the road, opening for acts like Clay Street Unit and Andy Frasco, with upcoming shows alongside Benjamin Tod. She appeared at South by Southwest in 2025 and Luck Reunion in 2026.

Candi takes the BTHS stage on October 17th at 1:45pm. Don't miss it!

08/03/2026

One unforgettable day for you. A lifetime of memories for them.

Discover exactly who your ticket helps by visiting our website: https://birdease.com/HOGSANDSTRINGS

08/01/2026

⚡⚡Artist Spotlight: West Texas Exiles ⚡⚡

Southwestern Americana, straight from the flatlands of West Texas.

Meet the West Texas Exiles — four musicians who found each other in Austin but never really left home behind. Their sound carries the vastness of the West Texas sky and the restlessness of a band that’s always chasing the next horizon.

Catch their set on October 17th at 3:15!

Tickets + full lineup:
www.birdease.com/HOGSANDSTRINGS

Listen to all of this year’s amazing artists on our Spotify playlist:
https://youtu.be/XwEHtxu5o5A

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