Drayton Farley Joins Star-Studded Lineup At Iron Hills Country Fest
Fans can catch the singer among headliners at an October roots festival at Sloss Furnaces.
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Lineup Announcement
Country newcomer Drayton Farley is set to make his festival debut at Iron Hills Country Festival, joining a lineup that reads like a who’s who of Americana and outlaw country. Organizers confirmed Farley will perform on Saturday, October 11, at the historic Sloss Furnaces site in Birmingham, Alabama, sharing the stage with fan favorites Turnpike Troubadours, Travis Tritt, Midland, Chase Rice, Jodee Messina, Ryan Bingham, Americana Aquarium and more.
“Please welcome @draytonfarleymusic to @ironhillscountry performing on Saturday October 11th alongside @turnpiketroubadours @realtravistritt @midland and many more!” the festival’s Instagram announcement read, alongside a vibrant poster detailing the full roster for both Saturday and Sunday, October 11 and 12.
Venue And Dates
Sloss Furnaces, a former pig iron-producing blast furnace turned National Historic Landmark, provides the dramatic industrial backdrop for Iron Hills Country Festival. Gates open on Friday, October 11, and Saturday, October 12, with multiple stages hosting back-to-back sets from midday into the evening. Birmingham locals and traveling fans can expect a mix of veteran stars and rising acts amidst the sandstone ruins and rusted ironwork.
Festival co-founders emphasized the goal of creating an immersive roots-music experience. In a statement they said, “Iron Hills Country brings together traditional and progressive voices in one of the South’s most iconic industrial venues.” The two-day event is produced by iHeartCountry and iHeartMedia, marking their first multi-artist country festival in Alabama.
Farley’s Festival Debut
At 27, Drayton Farley has built buzz through intimate club tours and a growing collection of original songs blending twang with modern storytelling. While he’s shared stages at smaller regional events, Iron Hills will mark his largest outdoor performance to date. Fans following his Instagram handle @draytonfarleymusic have already responded with excitement, flooding comments with encouragement and plans to travel for Farley’s set.
A Fall Tour In The Making
Just days after the Iron Hills announcement, Farley revealed he’ll continue his October run with three special shows supporting fellow singer-songwriter Dylan Gossett. On October 16 he’ll hit the Egyptian Room in Indianapolis; October 17 brings the crew to KEMBA Live! in Columbus, Ohio; and on October 18 they’ll close out in Richmond, Virginia, at Brown’s Island. “Excited to announce the boys and I will be joining @dylangossett for three new shows in October!” Farley posted on Instagram, adding ticket links on his website.
Beyond October
Earlier this summer, Farley toured the Southeast, performing at Charleston’s Music Farm on June 15 with opener Leon Majcen. Fans tracking his 2024 schedule can visit draytonfarley.com for full dates and ticket information, including limited VIP meet-and-greets.
Across social channels, both festival organizers and Farley himself have teased on-site experiences—from local food vendors to exclusive festival merch—positioning Iron Hills not just as a concert, but as an all-day cultural gathering. With Birmingham’s deep music roots and Sloss Furnaces’ industrial grit, the stage is set for a memorable weekend.
Whether you’re drawn by Travis Tritt’s Southern rock swagger, Midland’s retro-country stylings, Turnpike Troubadours’ red-dirt energy or the fresh voice of Drayton Farley, Iron Hills Country Festival promises a lineup as diverse as the region’s musical heritage.
As tickets continue to move, the festival’s social feed recommends early arrival for parking and gives a nod to limited single-day passes—ensuring fans can catch every set without missing a beat.
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