Howlin Country has officially released the set times for its 2026 edition, giving fans a clear look at how Valentine’s Day will unfold on the Newcastle Foreshore. Taking place on 14th February, 2026, the one-day country celebration is set to deliver a full afternoon and night of live music against the waterfront backdrop of coastal NSW.

The Main Stage action kicks off early, with Tyla Rodrigues opening proceedings from 12:10pm, followed by Adam Newling and Kashus Culpepper as the afternoon builds momentum. Paul Dempsey’s Shotgun Karaoke brings its signature singalong chaos mid-afternoon, before Kaitlin Butts and Flatland Cavalry take the stage into the early evening. Morgan Evans is locked in for a prime-time slot, leading into headliner Lainey Wilson, who will close the festival from 8:30pm through to 10:00pm.

Across the site, The Bale House offers a parallel soundtrack throughout the day, featuring sets from Sharnee Fenwick, Grand Picks, Sweet Talk and Lewis Love. As the sun sets, The Wet Whistles take over before Cheap Whiskey DJs round out the night with an extended closing set, keeping the party rolling well after the final Main Stage performance.

With set times now locked in, Howlin’ Country 2026 is shaping up as a perfectly paced day of country, Americana and party-ready energy. For fans planning their movements or locking in front-row moments, the countdown to Newcastle Foreshore on 14th February is officially on.