Kustom Entertainment Doubles Festival Capacity to 35,000 with Gilley’s Park City Deal
KUST•Kustom Entertainment’s subsidiary will host multi-season festivals at Gilley’s Park City from fall 2026, relocating the 2027 Country Stampede to June 25–27 with 35,000 capacity. The move doubles venue capacity, adds 20+ show days, and expands camping, food, beverage and premium experiences to boost ticket and concession revenue.
1. Partnership Structure
Kustom 440, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kustom Entertainment, entered an agreement with Ruffin Properties to produce multi-season live music festivals at Gilley’s Park City starting fall 2026. This partnership positions Kustom to leverage Gilley’s gambling hall and event grounds to host large-scale country music events.
2. Venue Capacity Expansion
Under the new arrangement, the 2027 Country Stampede Kansas will relocate to Gilley’s Park City June 25–27 with capacity for up to 35,000 attendees. The expanded footprint enables over 20 festival days across spring, summer, and fall seasons and supports enhanced camping, food, beverage, and premium offerings.
3. Strategic and Financial Implications
By doubling venue capacity and extending festival schedules, Kustom aims to drive higher ticket sales, concession revenues, and sponsorship opportunities. Early ticket access for 2027 and on-site amenities enhancements are designed to increase per-attendee spending and solidify Kustom’s live event portfolio growth.
