friday, October 9th, 2026

Friday Night Texas Tailgate

SAVE THE DATE

FRIDAY, october 9th, at the historic texas motorplex

Just 40 minutes south of Dallas and about an hour from Fort Worth, the Motorplex is easy to get to—right in the heart of Texas.

Texas Motorplex
7500 US-287
Ennis, TX 75119

Friday, Oct 9th

Aaron Watson kicks off the weekend with live Texas country, exhibition drag racing, and Texas Tailgate vibes — cheap eats, cold drinks, and a sunset that sets the tone for all three days.

pat green

9:00pm - 10:30pm

william clark green

7:30pm - 8:30pm

colby lee swift

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Food & Drink Specials All Friday Night

Kick off Stars of Texas weekend with happy hour pricing that lasts all night long. Grab $6 beers, $13 specialty cocktails, and our 4 for $40 meal deal with burgers, dogs, chips, and a drink. Fuel up, save big, and enjoy the show.

Get your tickets before prices increase!

Friday, Oct 9th

Friday Night Texas Tailgate: Aaron Watson onstage (additional artists announced early 2026), drag racing, great food, cold drinks, and a Texas sunset made for kicking off Stars of Texas.

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(No lanterns on Friday)

general admission

Enjoy all festival activities and activations. Access is first-come, first-served.

General Admission

Holiday Sale

Save $30.00 each!

29.00

Buy Tickets

Avail. online & at the gate starting Oct 3rd

at the door price

(If event is not sold out)

59.00

LOCKED

🤝 Straight Shooter Pricing: Listed prices include all fees. What you see is what you pay at checkout.

GA PLUS

Get closer to the action with access to a gated area by the stage. Limited capacity.

GA Plus

Holiday Sale

Save $43.00 each!

46.00

Buy Tickets

Avail. online & at the gate starting Oct 3rd

at the door price

(If event is not sold out)

89.00

LOCKED

🤝 Straight Shooter Pricing: Listed prices include all fees. What you see is what you pay at checkout.

super vip access

Get closer to the action with access to a gated area by the stage. Limited capacity.

Avail. online & at the gate starting Oct 3rd

at the door price

(If event is not sold out)

LOCKED

🤝 Straight Shooter Pricing: Listed prices include all fees. What you see is what you pay at checkout.

Festival Map

We’re putting the finishing touches on the 2026 festival layout. Until then, here’s the 2025 map to give you a general idea of the venue, entrances, and where each ticket section is located.

festival faq

When and Where is Stars of Texas?

Stars of Texas runs October 9–11 at the Historic Texas Motorplex in Ennis, TX. We’re just 40 minutes south of Dallas and about an hour from Fort Worth, making it an easy drive for a Texas-sized weekend.

What tickets are available?

Single-day tickets are available Friday through Sunday in GA and GA Plus, with all tickets giving access to music, lanterns, and bull riding. Weekend passes include a Super VIP option with stage-front seating, private bar and restrooms, and VIP parking.

Which days have lantern releases?

Lantern launches happen Saturday and Sunday only. Saturday’s release will take place before Brad Paisley's headlining set, and Sunday’s launch will happen before Travis Tritt's set—listen for instructions from the stage.

What happens to the lanterns?

Every lantern is cleaned up—every single one. Our Lantern Chaser crew, in partnership with Night Lights Event, works through the night to make sure the skies glow but the grounds stay spotless.

What is there to do?

It’s the best of Texas all in one weekend. The Stars of Texas Music Festival kicks off the Stampede of Speed—the Fastest 10 Days in Texas, with three nights of live country, lantern releases, BBQ, racing, bull riding, and more.

Why should I buy tickets now?

Stars of Texas uses tiered ticket pricing, which means each tier has limited quantities and prices increase as tiers sell out. The earlier you buy, the lower the price — and once a tier is gone, it’s gone. If you want the best deal and the widest selection of ticket options, purchasing early is the way to go.

Can I camp at the festival?

Yes! Camping will return for 2026. We are finalizing camping options and pricing now, and full details will be announced Spring 2026. You’ll be able to stay on-site all weekend just steps from the music, lanterns, racing, and activities.

Do I have to pay extra for parking?

No extra surprises—all parking and fees are included in the ticket price. Buy online now at Last Call pricing and save compared to gate pricing.

festival guide

Everything you need to know before you go

Check out our Know Before You Go Guide for everything you need: gate times, daily schedules, what to bring, FAQs, and more.

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day 1

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October 9th - 11th, 2026

The stars will shine again!

Thank you to all the incredible attendees who came out and made this year’s festival amazing! We all had such an amazing time sharing this experience with you.

We can't wait to see you again next year for even more music and fun! Join the waitlist below to be first in line when tickets go on sale for 2026!

Join the Waitlist

save your spot today!

Fill out the form below to join the Stars of Texas waitlist… and then get ready for the most unforgettable event!

Why Join the Waitlist?

Be the first in line for ticket sales... before the public!

Early access opens Wednesday, November 26—two days before tickets go on sale to everyone else (Friday, November 28).

Lock in the best prices and the best spots before they’re gone.

How it works

Add your name to the waitlist today.
Watch your inbox on November 26 for your early access link.
Claim your tickets before the crowd rushes in.

Friday Night Texas Tailgate

FRIDAY, october 9th, at the historic texas motorplex

Friday, Oct 9th

Food & Drink Specials All Friday Night

Friday, Oct 9th

general admission

GA PLUS

super vip access

Save an additional 15% with code "TEXAS15"

Festival Map

festival faq

Everything you need to know before you go

Stars of texas music festival

The stars will shine again!

save your spot today!

Why Join the Waitlist?

How it works

join the waitlist for stars of texas.