Acclaimed singer-songwriter Dan Bern will visit Worth County for a one-of-a-kind, small-town tractor tour celebrating music, community, and rural creativity. This unique rolling concert series will travel through several Worth County towns, turning Main Streets, farmsteads, and gathering spaces into open-air stages.

Ride along or simply step outside when the music rolls into town — Dan will be performing acoustic sets full of sharp wit, storytelling, and heart. Each stop highlights the charm of our local communities.

Performance locations to be announced soon. Concert times will be 7-9 p.m., each night of June 23-27.

ABOUT DAN

Dan Bern is a modern day folk legend producing music for over 30 years. Dan is known for his smart, funny, and fearless songwriting — a blend of folk, rock, humor, and social observation. His performances are intimate, spontaneous, and unforgettable, making this traveling show a perfect fit for Worth County’s rural spirit. Dan has toured as an opening act with The Who and Roger Daltrey.

WHY A TRACTOR TOUR?

Music projects such as the Tractor Tour are rooted in American history with the Federal Music Project (1935-1943), a New Deal program under the Works Progress Administration that employed thousands of out-of-work musicians during the Great Depression, providing these musicians jobs as performers and teachers while also give the public concerts, music education, and low-cost entertainment. This period created a significant, lasting impact on American music education and appreciation. It also provided inspiration for Woody Guthrie’s Columbia River Collection, where Woody wrote 26 songs in 30 days. Many of these songs are considered Guthrie classics.

The Tractor Tour brings live music directly to our communities, reaching people where they live and gather. It’s a celebration of small-town life, connection, and the belief that creativity thrives even in small communities.