Daughtry, Brothers Osborne, LeAnn Rimes to headline Fun Fest concerts

KINGSPORT — Fun Fest's 2026 Sunset Concert Series lineup includes Jeremy Camp, Daughtry, Brothers Osborne and LeAnn Rimes, Kingsport Fun Fest representatives announced Tuesday morning. Jeremy Camp will kick off the series on Thursday, July 23, along with Katy Nicole. Camp has released 12 albums between 2002 and 2025, with five that are RIAA-certified as Gold. According to a news release, he has sold more than 6.5 million albums with 45 No. 1 singles across all formats. He is known for hits like "I Still Believe," "Walk by Faith" and "There Will Be A Day." Nichole launched her debut album in 2023, titled "Jesus Changed My Life." The album included radio hits like "In Jesus Name (God of Possible)," "Hold On" and "God Is In This Story." Daughtry headlines the Friday night concert on July 24 with opener Switchfoot. According to the release, Daughty's debut album was the top-selling album of 2007 and the fastest selling rock debut album in Soundscan history. Some of their top hits are "Over You," "It's Not Over," "Home" and "What About Now." Switchfoot has sold more than 10 million copies worldwide of their 13 studio albums. With hits like "Meant to Live," "Dare You to Move," "Only Hope" and more, the band plans to release a new album titled "Forever Now" in June. Then, on Saturday, July 25, the festival finale will be Brothers Osborne and LeAnn Rimes. Multi-award winning country duo Brothers Osborne have earned 13 Grammy nominations and won ACM Duo of the Year four times. Some of their songs include "Stay A Little Longer," "It Ain't My Fault" and "21 Summer." Rimes brings nearly three decades of genre-defying hits to this year's lineup. According to the release, she has sold more than 48 million records globally, earned eight Grammy nominations and made history as the youngest solo artist ever to receive a Grammy. Some might recognize "Can't Fight The Moonlight," "How Do I Live" and "I Need You" from her discography. "We are SO excited about this year's Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series lineup," Emily Thompson, Visit Kingsport's director of Fun Fest and special Events, said in the release. "This year's shows will be unforgettable and offer a music style for everyone. " The Eastman Fireworks Spectacular will immediately follow Saturday's last performance. The Fun Fest Concert Series will take place at J. Fred Johnson Stadium on the Cardinal Glass Industries stage. "This series wouldn't be possible without the continued support of all our great sponsors in this community," Thompson said in the release. "Their support allows us to continue bringing high level entertainment at affordable prices." Tickets will go on sale on April 9 at 10 a.m. General admission and a limited number of Friends of Festus tickets can be purchased online only at FunFest.net. Starting June 26, tickets will be available for purchase at the Fun Fest Store located 400 Clinchfield St., Suite 100. Fun Fest will also implement a clear bag policy for the stadium concerts. Clear bags should not exceed 12"x6"x12", and approved bags will be available for purchase outside of the stadium. For more information about the Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series, visit FunFest.net.