Dierks Bentley to Headline Nashville’s Epic Let Freedom Sing! July 4th Celebration

NASHVILLE, TN – Multi-platinum country music superstar Dierks Bentley is set to lead the musical lineup for this year’s highly anticipated Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th presented by Dr Pepper celebration in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. The annual event, a cornerstone of the city’s summer programming, promises a full day of entertainment culminating in one of the nation’s largest Fourth of July fireworks and drone displays.

The festivities are centered around a major concert on the Jack Daniel’s Broadway Stage. Alongside Bentley, the lineup features performances by multi-platinum artist Russell Dickerson, Niko Moon, and Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge. These artists represent a diverse range of talent within the contemporary country and roots music scene, promising a dynamic show for attendees gathered along Nashville’s iconic Broadway.

Family Entertainment and Activities

Beyond the main stage, the event caters to families with the free Amazon Family Fun Zone, located at Music City Walk of Fame Park. This area provides a variety of engaging activities, including inflatables and live musical performances on the Southwest Airlines® Stage, ensuring entertainment options for all ages throughout the day leading up to the evening’s main spectacle.

The Grand Finale: Fireworks and Symphony

As dusk settles, the celebration transitions from the main concert stage to the Ascend Amphitheater. Here, the GRAMMY-winning Nashville Symphony will perform a live score synchronized with the breathtaking 30-minute fireworks and drone show. This integrated pyrotechnic and aerial display, presented by Crav’n Flavor®, is renowned as one of the largest and most elaborate in the United States, drawing massive crowds year after year to the banks of the Cumberland River.

Economic Impact and Attendance

Produced by Music City Inc. on behalf of the city of Nashville, the Let Freedom Sing! event serves a dual purpose: providing a free, large-scale patriotic celebration for residents and acting as a significant draw for tourists. The influx of visitors contributes substantially to the local economy through spending on accommodation, dining, retail, and entertainment, generating valuable economic activity and tax revenue for the city. Historically, the event has attracted over 200,000 attendees, with the 2024 iteration setting a new record with 355,000 participants.

Artist’s Latest Work

Dierks Bentley’s headlining performance follows the recent release of his 11th studio album, titled BROKEN BRANCHES. The album, released on June 13 via Capitol Records Nashville, adds another chapter to the acclaimed artist’s extensive discography and provides fresh material for his live performances, including his set at the July 4th celebration.

Media Coverage and Accessibility

For those unable to attend in person, the event will receive national media coverage. CNN is scheduled to feature performances from the event and broadcast the spectacular fireworks show as part of their special program, “The Fourth in America”. Additionally, the entire concert and the subsequent fireworks display will be available via livestream on the official event website, visitmusiccity.com/july4th, ensuring broad accessibility for a national and international audience.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Planners are already looking ahead to the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The Let Freedom Sing! event for that milestone year is envisioned as a two-day celebration, taking place on July 3 and 4. Notably, current plans for the 2026 event indicate it will proceed without the inclusion of drones in the aerial display and without a public livestream, distinguishing it from the format of the current year’s celebration.

This year’s Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th presented by Dr Pepper, headlined by Dierks Bentley, is poised to deliver a full day of music, family fun, and a monumental patriotic display, solidifying Nashville’s reputation as a premier destination for Independence Day celebrations.