Presley Barker Gears Up for Weekend Country Shows
Singer readies timeless set across NC venues this May, including a NASCAR anthem highlight
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Presley Barker is revving up for a busy May weekend of performances across North Carolina venues, delighting fans of his timeless country sound. On Thursday, the singer posted a snapshot from Luffman Farms, grinning in a weathered barn backdrop and captioning his photo “Can’t wait to see y’all this weekend!” The tease points to a quartet of gigs that blend small-town charm with a major NASCAR anthem moment.
Upcoming Weekend Lineup
Social media followers have watched Barker roll out his Carolina schedule over recent weeks. He kicks off on Sunday, May 18, at the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway, where he’s set to belt out the National Anthem before NASCAR’s All-Star Race. Barker previewed that moment in an Instagram post, writing, “Honored to be performing our National Anthem this weekend at the North Wilkesboro Speedway NASCAR ALL-STAR Race on Sunday, 5/18 🇺🇸🏁 See y’all there!”
From there, Barker shifts to dedicated music stages. On May 22 he headlines the Tony Rice MusicFest in Elon, NC—an annual tribute to the late bluegrass guitarist Tony Rice that draws fans of acoustic guitar and roots music. He then heads to The Millwald in Wytheville, VA, on May 23 before capping the run with a show at Burlington’s Alliance Convention Center on May 24 alongside Shenandoah and Mopi Tney. Tickets and full routing details are available via Barker’s Instagram bio under his #countrymusic updates.
Anthem Moment At Nascar All-star Race
For Barker, the North Wilkesboro gig is special on multiple fronts. The track, dormant since 1996, reopened in 2024 to fanfare and now hosts one of NASCAR’s marquee events. In another post, he reflected, “I’m beyond grateful for this amazing opportunity 🇺🇸 @nascar @nwbspeedway,” crediting @luffman_farms for capturing him mid-verse in patriotic denim and a wide-brimmed hat. The convergence of racing history and live music underscores Barker’s rising profile beyond country circuits.
Embracing Pure Country Style
Barker’s posts and hashtags—#classiccountry, #realcountry, #purecountry—reveal a devotion to traditional instrumentation over modern polish. His feed recently showcased moments from MerleFest in Wilkesboro, NC—one of the country’s largest roots-music festivals founded in honor of Doc Watson’s son, Merle. After headlining a set under festival lights, he thanked the crowd: “What a weekend! Thank you MERLEFEST and y’all for coming!” The photo carousel featured Barker strumming his guitar against a backdrop of festival tents and summer skies.
His farm-life posts spotlight the grounding influence of rural North Carolina. Shots of Hereford cattle roaming dawn fields accompany captions like “Always find time for the things that make you,” tying his barn-yard roots to the authenticity in his music.
A Thankful Heart
Between routing announcements and performance photos, Barker paused for a personal tribute on Mother’s Day: “So thankful for my Mom, love you so much!” This glimpse of family gratitude contrasts with the roar of engines and festival crowds, showing that behind his stage persona sits a singer-songwriter who values everyday moments.
As he motors into this whirlwind stretch of North Carolina stages—from the roar of racing engines to bluegrass homage and intimate theater settings—Barker’s blend of hometown grit and stage-ready polish offers fans a chance to experience pure country traditions in varied venues. His packed May weekend reminds audiences why his straightforward vocal delivery and classic song selections have become a regional favorite.
With the rev of a racecar engine and the twang of a guitar string interwoven in his schedule, Presley Barker’s weekend lineup promises something for every country fan ready to join the celebration.
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