Hard Rock hosts Track 5. Fest, celebrating 7 years as Tulsa’s country dance hall

TULSA, Okla. (Jan. 5, 2026) — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will celebrate seven years of Track 5. as Tulsa’s premier country dance hall with Track 5. Fest Feb. 13-14. The two-day weekend celebration will include performances by Oklahoma’s own Red Dirt legend Jason Boland and Little Texas.

Jason Boland & The Stragglers will open the celebration at 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13.

Known for its signature blend of Red Dirt and Texas country, the band has carved out a remarkable 25-year career rooted in authenticity, bold songwriting and relentless touring. Formed in Stillwater in 1998 by Harrah native Jason Boland while he attended Oklahoma State University, the band quickly rose to prominence after the release of its debut album, “Pearl Snaps,” in 1999. Over the years, Boland, along with current bandmates Grant Tracy and Nick Gedra, has helped define and elevate the Red Dirt genre, earning widespread critical acclaim and a dedicated nationwide fan base.

Legendary band Little Texas will continue the celebration with a show starting at 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14.

Known for the band’s musicianship, authenticity and self-written songs, Little Texas blazed trails with a sound built on tight harmonies and guitar-driven energy. The band has scored 12 Top 20 singles and three consecutive No. 1 hits, including “My Love,” “What Might Have Been” and the enduring fan favorite “God Blessed Texas.” The band has sold more than 7 million albums and earned major accolades, including a 1994 Academy of Country Music Award for Top Vocal Group for its double-platinum album “Big Time.” The band’s cultural impact was reaffirmed in 2024 when Billboard named “God Blessed Texas” the No. 1 Best Country Song Featuring Texas in the Title, alongside a star-studded tribute album featuring 23 Texas artists.

Track 5. opened in February 2019, with its namesake paying homage to Oklahoma’s country roots. The name is a nod to Oklahoma-inspired fifth tracks on country albums, beginning with Don Williams' “Tulsa Time,” continuing with George Strait’s “Tell Me Something Bad About Tulsa,” Waylon Jennings’ “Oklahoma Sunshine,” along with other songs from artists such as Kenny Rogers and Leon Russell. The venue offers live musical acts ranging from local bands and country classics to new and upcoming national artists.

Both shows during Track 5. Fest are free to those 21 and older.

With more than 2,300 electronic games, signature restaurants and nationally acclaimed live entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s unrivaled leader for world-class gaming and hospitality. Located on I-44 east of the Tulsa metro, Hard Rock has been owned and operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment since 1993. Its reputation is backed by national and regional recognition, earning 24 wins in CasinoPlayer Magazine’s 2025 “Best of Gaming Awards” and a record 18 wins in Tulsa World’s 2025 “Best in the World” awards. Information on upcoming shows at Hard Rock Live, Track 5., Riff’s and Amp Bar is available online at www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com or by calling (918) 384-ROCK 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To explore upcoming events, resort amenities or special offers, connect with us on Facebook, X and Instagram. More information about One Star® Rewards is available at www.onestarrewards.com.

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.

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