Dustin Lynch DJ CLUB SET to Headline Sandhills Celebrates America 250 Weekend

SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. (July 21, 2026) – Dustin Lynch, known for chart-topping country anthems and crowd-favorite singalongs, will headline the Sandhills Celebrates America 250 weekend Sept. 26 at the Gilliam-McConnell Airfield in Carthage. With more than five billion global streams, 10 No. 1 singles at country radio, and 10 RIAA-certified multi-platinum singles, Lynch continues to push boundaries while keeping the same party-first spirit that made him one of country music’s most consistent hitmakers. The event is presented by Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen and Cooper Ford.

“We are absolutely thrilled to bring Dustin (Lynch) to the Sandhills for what promises to be a fun-filled night of entertainment at a very unique venue,” said Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen President and CEO Phil Werz. “Dustin has a huge following and is known for his high-energy performances. He’s a must see for people in Moore County as well as from folks coming in from places like Raleigh, Charlotte and Wilmington.”

“Thanks to Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen for partnering with us for this special event,” said Aaron Cooper, owner of Cooper Ford. “Dustin will put on an amazing show and it also allows us to thank the people of Carthage and our loyal customers here and throughout Moore County for what will be our 10th anniversary. Let’s make it one big party for Cooper Ford and America.”

Lynch is expected to bring his popular, high-energy DJ CLUB SET — a one-of-a-kind experience that blends his re-imagined country hits, dance remixes, and festival-level DJ production into a nonstop party built for enthusiastic crowds. Lynch will perform his hits live alongside a DJ-driven set packed with explosive drops, unexpected mashups, and club-ready remixes. The show pulls from his growing catalog of crossover releases and CLUB SET REMIXES, including fan favorites like “Small Town Boy,” “Seein’ Red,” “Stars Like Confetti,” and “Thinkin’ ’Bout You.”

The concept has quickly evolved from a special-event idea into a full-scale nightlife brand, earning Lynch the distinction of becoming the first-ever country artist to secure a residency with Wynn Nightlife in Las Vegas. Since launching the format, he’s brought the DJ CLUB SET to major nightlife venues, pool parties, festivals, and high-profile events across the country — creating a lane that uniquely bridges country music and club culture.

Following the concert there will be a special 300-drone light show provided by SkyElements from Dallas, Texas. The display will illuminate the sky and have a patriotic theme set to music. SkyElements is the largest drone show company in the United States and is famous for its massive drone shows all over the country, and for clients like Disney, Major League Baseball and Coca-Cola. The McConnell-Gilliam Airfield is celebrating its 30th anniversary serving Moore County.

Additional performers for the Sandhills Celebrates America 250 weekend are expected to be announced soon. Tickets will be $65 for adults and $35 for ages 5-12. All tickets are general admission. Attendees will be allowed to bring blankets and chairs, but no coolers will be permitted. Food and beverage trucks will be on-site, and Pik n Pig will be open for external sales as well. The event is expected to sell out. To purchase tickets, go to: http://SandhillsCelebratesAmerica.com.

Portion of the proceeds to support the Adult and Teen Challenge Sandhills.

About Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen

Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen is the economic development agency responsible for travel and tourism promotion, product development, and visitor services for Moore County, NC. The organization devises strategies to enhance the County’s tourism brand value and product to accommodate the next generation of visitors, thereby stimulating the local economy and enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. In 2024, Moore County ranked as the tenth largest tourism economy in North Carolina, generating $860 million annually in visitor spending, which supports the second largest employment sector in the county and saves county residents approximately $546 a year in state and local taxes.

About Cooper Ford

Cooper Ford is a Ford Motor Company dealership that opened in 2016 specializing in the service and sales of new Ford vehicles and all makes & models of pre-owned vehicles. Cooper Ford is located in Carthage N.C. in the heart of Moore County, North Carolina. Cooper Ford prides itself on providing the best customer service for it’s customers as well as supporting the community to enrich the lives of all those living in Moore County. Winning both the prestigious Ford Presidents Award for 6 years running as well as the “Best Dealership in Moore County” based on the “Best of the Pines” voting by our Moore County community for 7 years running, Cooper Ford is committed to giving back and providing it’s customers the best experience possible.

ABOUT DUSTIN LYNCH:

Dustin Lynch has “built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving 10 numbers ones; four Top 5 albums; MULTI-PLATINUM status with 10 RIAA-certified singles; and tallying over 5 BILLION cumulative global streams. Rolling out new music beginning with the chill summer jam “Easy To Love,” Dustin marked his milestone 10th number one with “Chevrolet (feat. Jelly Roll)” from his sixth studio album Killed The Cowboy (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville). The follow-up to Blue In The Sky, which delivered the history-making 2X PLATINUM, six-week number one “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)”—the most-played song at Country radio in 2022, landing at number one on Country Aircheck/Mediabase and number two on the Billboard Year-End Country Airplay charts—and featured hits number one “Stars Like Confetti” and “Party Mode.” Lynch has headlined packed venues to sold-out crowds like his Killed The Cowboy Tour, in addition to touring with country’s biggest names including Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, and Blake Shelton. Hosting his see-and-be-seen pool parties for the last decade, Lynch marked Wynn Nightlife’s first-ever country music artist residency in Las Vegas with his 2025 club set and returned to the iconic venue in 2026. Most recently, he expanded his sound with the Club Set Remixes EP—a genre-blending project featuring high-energy dance remixes of his biggest hits by top DJs including MOONLGHT and MC4D. With his latest releases, Lynch expands his original EDM offerings with “Die Living” a collaboration with ILLENIUM and David Guetta, “Home To You,” a track with MC4D that carries his unmistakable country undertone into the global dance scene, and “Getaway Car,” a track that captures a full-throttle rush where country drive meets escape velocity, built for fast decisions, open roads, and disappearing into the night with no destination require. Since his PLATINUM breakout “Cowboys and Angels” in 2012, the Tennessee native has earned industry recognition as a Grand Ole Opry member, as well as high-profile nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and CMT Music Awards.