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The Born and Raised Music Festival returns to Pryor this week, opening with a Wednesday evening Honky-Tonk Kickoff that gives campers an early start on the weekend. The multi-day event spotlights the regional “red dirt” country scene and promises live performances, camping and food at the Rockin’ Red Dirt Ranch.
Now in its fifth year in Pryor, the festival has become a gathering point for fans of roots-oriented country who prefer independent artists over mainstream Nashville radio. Organizers say the event is built around a relaxed, communal atmosphere where discovery and camping are as central as the headline sets.
Who’s playing
The bill mixes returning favorites with nationally recognized names, offering a range of acts across the red dirt and country spectrum. Highlights include:
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- Red Clay Strays — returning as a headliner for the second time
- Gavin Adcock
- Justin Moore
- Tracy Lawrence
- Shane Smith & the Saints
- William Clark Green
Before the main slate begins, the Honky-Tonk Kickoff will feature several opening acts aimed at early arrivals and campers. Performers scheduled for the kickoff night include Josh Weathers, Oklahoma artist Gannon Freeman and the CCRAV, Jamie Lynn Wilson and Covington Creek.
Why it matters this weekend
The event matters to both local residents and the wider red dirt community. For fans, it’s an opportunity to see artists who don’t always get heavy national airplay but maintain strong regional followings. For Pryor and surrounding towns, the festival brings visitors, fills campsites and boosts nearby businesses over a busy weekend.
Attendees should expect heavier traffic near the ranch and plan for camping logistics if arriving Wednesday. Early arrival is encouraged to secure prime camping spots and to catch the kickoff performances.
Fast facts
- Date: Main festival begins Thursday, Sept. 15; kickoff events start Wednesday evening
- Location: Rockin’ Red Dirt Ranch, Pryor, Oklahoma
- Tickets: Available at bornandraisedfestival.com — check the site for updates and camping information
- What to expect: Multi-day camping, food vendors, and a focus on red dirt and independent country artists
Organizers describe the atmosphere as informal and fan-driven: music discovery, late-night conversations around the campfire and a weekend built as much on community as on headline performances. For anyone following the regional country circuit, this weekend in Pryor is one to watch.
