FALL CELEBRATION OF TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS FEATURES RANDY ROGERS BAND, PAT GREEN, JOSH ABBOTT BAND, STONEY LARUE & MORE
Boutique Outdoor Music Festival Returns Saturday, October 4th to Brownwood, Texas With New BBQ Lineup & Single-Day Tickets Coming Soon
BROWNWOOD, TX (May 12, 2025) – The City of Brownwood is excited to announce the new music lineup for the second annual Feels Like Home Festival returning Saturday, October 4th to the Brownwood Event Center in Brownwood, Texas.
GA and VIP tickets to the outdoor celebration of rural Texas, country music, and authentic Texas BBQ will go on sale at 10:00 a.m. CST this Friday, May 16 via www.FeelsLikeHomeFest.com. Fans are encouraged to purchase passes as soon as possible, with prices increasing as the event date approaches.
ABOUT THE NEW MUSIC LINEUP
With an emphasis on preserving classic Texas traditions while uplifting rising country music talent, fans from across the Lone Star State will be treated to a Saturday performance by none other than some of the most iconic names in Texas music – Randy Rogers Band, Pat Green, Josh Abbott Band, and Stoney LaRue – each of whom are considered godfathers of the Red Dirt genre and together helped bring Texas Country music to a national stage over the past two-plus decades.
These true Texas legends will be joined by several existing and fast-rising acts based across the state including Bottomland (Conroe), who continue to release a string of smash hit singles leading up to their highly anticipated debut album release; the five-piece Graham St. Clair Band (Waco), who released release their first-ever single “Outlaw Bill” under the new band name (formerly known as West Texas Mind); and more.
“We are thrilled with this year’s music lineup for the second annual Feels Like Home Festival,” said Mayor of Brownwood Stephen E. Haynes. “We encourage residents and visitors to enjoy this year’s event and experience all the great things Brownwood has to offer.”
MAJOR CHANGES IN STORE FOR 2025
Get ready for an even bigger and better Feels Like Home Festival in 2025! After a successful year 1 last fall, organizers are turning up the heat with a new slate of exciting additions – from extended start times and unlimited BBQ tastings to enhanced VIP perks and flexible payment options.
See below for what fans can expect at the second annual event this October:
- NEW PAYMENT PLANS: The newest option to pay for tickets includes making micro-deposits over time, with payments increasing as the festival date approaches.
- NEW TICKET OPTIONS: Discount-priced tickets are being made available to the following groups: Current and former military members, Current college students, Four-ticket bundles
- BBQ SAMPLING: Another new ticket option includes unlimited samples of craft BBQ from pitmasters around the State of Texas for up to 4 hours (1:00 – 5:00 p.m.). Tickets can be purchased with festival music tickets in advance, although prices are subject to change at the door, based on availability.
- UNLIMITED BBQ (FOR VIP TICKET-HOLDERS): VIP ticket buyers now automatically include unlimited bites during the “BBQ Sampling” timeframe on Saturday (1:00 – 5:00 p.m.).
- EXTENDED HOURS: The festival gates will open earlier this year at Noon CST, featuring more activities, food, and live country music!
- IN & OUT PRIVILEGES: Attendees are allowed to come and go until 5:00 p.m. with their festival pass, perfect for those who need to freshen up midday before indulging in nighttime fun.
- PLATINUM PARTY VIEWING DECK: Reserve the best seat in the house at the Platinum Party Viewing Deck, with a capacity for up to 20 guests. This premier experience includes 40 drink tickets for use at the private VIP bar, plus complimentary sodas, water, snacks, and a private ice cooler. These Platinum VIP guests will also be treated to up-close and elevated sightlines of the main stage, along with plenty of comfy seating and a private shaded area inside.
MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE FAN EXPERIENCE
After a successful debut last October, Feels Like Home will return to the region’s premier outdoor music venue and event center – Brownwood Event Center – laying the foundation for a long-lasting cultural celebration found each fall deep in the heart of Texas.
Originally built as a warehouse for the Radford Grocery Company in the 1920s, the reimagined Ice House building on Lee Street will host the festival’s main stage with ample space for fans to sprawl across the open-air lawn while two-stepping the day away.
Organizers will also be inviting a number of talented artists from the greater Brownwood area to perform on a smaller secondary stage in order to help shine a light on the incredible local music talent found in the region. Stay tuned for the expanded music lineup to drop soon!
If the chart-topping and local country music acts weren’t enough, Feels Like Home Festival will once again welcome a mouthwatering and carefully curated selection of craft barbecue joints for fans to devour onsite – all of which are based in the Lone Star State.
Whether fans are dancing to their favorite country tunes, savoring the flavors of authentic Texas BBQ, or simply soaking in the unique charm and warmth of Brownwood, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Feels Like Home Festival.
Produced by Soundskilz in partnership with the City of Brownwood, organizers hope to provide residents with incredible performances from some of today’s most sought-after country music acts set to the backdrop of Brownwood’s brand-new top-of-the-line event center, while providing a positive and substantial economic impact to the local community.
Organizers would like to thank the following partners for supporting this year’s event, including presenting sponsor Kohler, who is celebrating their 50th year of operations in Brownwood.
Stay tuned as more details surrounding this year’s event will be announced in the coming weeks, including this year’s lineup of mouth-watering BBQ pitmasters from across the state of Texas who have been invited to set up camp at the inaugural outdoor fest, along with the full slate of family-friendly activities and community partners involved in Feels Like Home Festival 2025.
For more information and updates, visit www.FeelsLikeHomeFest.com and follow along on social media at @FeelsLikeHomeFest.
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FEELS LIKE HOME FESTIVAL 2025 – EVENT INFORMATION:
Please see below for details on location, ticketing, talent, and more!
EVENT: Feels Like Home Festival
DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2025
TIME: Doors open at 12:00 p.m.; music concludes at 11:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Brownwood Event Center (601 E Baker St, Brownwood, TX 76801)
WEBSITE: www.FeelsLikeHomeFest.com
SOCIAL MEDIA: @FeelsLikeHomeFest #FeelLikeHomeFest
TICKET PRICES:
- GA = $64+
- GA+ Pit: = $88+
- GA+ BBQ = $91+
- GA+ BBQ & Pit = $114+
- VIP = $176+
- Military = $49+
- Students = $49+
- Reserved Parking = $15+
MUSIC LINEUP:
- Randy Rogers Band (@randyrogersband): Iconic Texas outfit celebrates its 25th anniversary together as a band, while recently released their latest single “Break Itself” marking their first new music in two years
- Pat Green (@patgreenmusic): Grammy-nominated Texas country icon marked the 30th anniversary of his debut album Dancehall Dreamer in 2025, after releasing new singles including “Elvis in Memphis” and “Pacifico”, the latter of which features Feels Like Home alum Casey Donahew)
- Josh Abbott Band (@joshabbottband): College pals-turned-country stars continue to perform in support of their seventh studio album “Somewhere Down The Road” marking a fresh chapter with a revamped lineup
- Stoney LaRue (@stoneylarue): Although born in Texas, the Red Dirt country music pioneer was recently inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in April 2025, following the release of his live album “Kickin’ It Live From the Road” in late 2024.
- Bottomland (@bottomlandband): Rising Texas country duo just released their debut single “Over You, Over It” in early 2025 while prepping their highly-anticipated debut album
- Graham St. Clair Band (@grahamstclairband): Formerly known as West Texas Wind, this mighty fivesome is gearing up to release their first single under their new name, with Feels Like Home serving as the band’s first-ever festival performance
- Joe Peters (@joepeters_music): Former rodeo competitor-turned-country rocker fuses Americana and alt country, having just released a new album “Ain’t My First Rodeo” this past winter
BBQ LINEUP:
- Coming soon – stay tuned!
FESTIVAL MEDIA CONTACTS:
ABOUT FEELS LIKE HOME FEST:
Founded in 2024, Feels Like Home Festival is an annual festival celebration of community, music, and delicious barbecue held in the heart of Brownwood, Texas.
Each fall, local organizers behind this independently-produced event bring together friends, families, and fans of Texas country music for an unforgettable day of entertainment, authentic BBQ, and Southern hospitality.
Whether you’re a lifelong Texan or just looking for an epic weekend road trip, Feels Like Home lives up to its name – delivering a warm and welcoming experience rooted in tradition, community, and true Texas charm.
Please visit www.FeelsLikeHomeFest.com to purchase tickets, and follow @FeelsLikeHomeFest to learn more.
ABOUT VISIT BROWNWOOD:
Experience small-town charm and Texas-sized hospitality while calling Brownwood home during your next visit.
Paddle the Pecan Bayou, savor legendary BBQ, shop local boutiques, explore museums, catch a performance in a historic theater, tee off at a stunning lakefront golf resort, sip on over 30+ Texas beers on tap, or raise a glass of award-winning wine with friends. Learn more and plan your next visit at www.VisitBrownwood.com.
