Morgan Wallen creates 'Sand In My Boots' festival, taking over Hangout Gulf Shores

Country superstar Morgan Wallen has joined forces with AEG Presents to take over the Hangout Music Festival site in Gulf Shores, Al., for his own "Sand In My Boots" Festival. The new, three-day music festival is set for May 16-18, 2025.

Billed as a "one-of-a-kind" festival featuring a highly curated, multi-genre lineup consisting of Wallen's friends, favorite artists, those who have inspired him, and artists he has always wanted to perform with. Each artist, activity, and experience will be handpicked by Wallen and driven by his excitement to share great music and create memories with fans, friends, family, and peers.

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Wallen shared a video message stating, "Morgan Wallen here to share some exciting news me and my team have been working on for a while for y'all. We're heading south to the beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama and I'm bringing some good friends with me. Mark your calendars for May 16 - 18, 2025 for the Sand In My Boots Fest. Stay tuned and we'll get you some more info soon!”

Stacy Vee, EVP of Goldenvoice and producer of Stagecoach Festival said in a release that creating a festival with Wallen has been a dream come true and some of the most fun she has ever had booking a show. "I can't wait for fans to come and experience one of the most eclectic and electric lineups and on-site experiences the world has ever seen.”

AEG Presents and Hangout Festival Producer Reeves Price added, “The opportunity to bring Morgan's world to life on the beach in Gulf Shores is something very special. The fact that it coincides with the 15th anniversary of the Hangout Festival only makes it more special. We can't wait to see everyone back on the beach in May.”

The Sand In My Boots Festival's complete lineup and ticketing details will be announced soon. Anyone interested in getting early access to information as it is released can visit the official website at sandinmybootsfest.com.

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