LeAnn Rimes Lights Up Year 2 of Wild West Music Fest with Grammy-Winning Glory

Maricopa is gearing up for its annual Wild West Music Fest, set to take place from April 4-6 at Copper Sky Regional Park. This vibrant three-day event promises an array of entertainment, featuring notable performances and various local vendors.

Headlining this year’s festival is multi-platinum country star LeAnn Rimes, who will perform on Saturday, April 5. She is joined by reggae-pop artist Sean Kingston and multi-platinum rapper Twista, set to take the stage on Friday, April 4.

The festival aims to foster community engagement while showcasing local talent. Although the musical lineup is still being finalized, festival organizers have confirmed that many participants will hail from Maricopa itself.

Wild West Music Fest 2025 is poised to be the largest celebration in Maricopa’s history. This year’s festivities will include a full carnival with 13 rides, doubling the options from its inaugural year. Attendees can expect an array of food trucks and vibrant activities throughout the Copper Sky lawns.

According to Quinn Konold, Maricopa’s director of community enrichment, “It’s three days of food, fun, and top-tier music.” He emphasized the goal of establishing Maricopa as a key player in regional entertainment, suggesting that the city no longer needs to look outside its boundaries for quality events.

The festival’s theme, “Stepping Up to the Mic,” symbolizes Maricopa’s ambition to compete with other cities hosting large-scale festivals. “Maricopa is just beginning to step into that realm,” Konold noted.

Local leaders express enthusiasm over the festival’s potential economic impact. Mayor Nancy Smith stated, “The Wild West Music Fest is a catalyst for our tourism industry, transforming Maricopa into a must-visit location. This event boosts our local economy and strengthens our community spirit.”

Feedback from last year’s attendees underscores the festival’s success. One visitor remarked, “This was so much fun … Make this annual and watch it grow!” Additionally, reports indicated that the previous festival encountered no major incidents, a rarity for large musical gatherings.

Vendors also celebrated the festival. Chris Spear, owner of Roots Eatery, shared his excitement: “The event was very well executed, and I believe these types of gatherings are essential for supporting our community and small businesses.”

Importantly, the festival is funded through bed tax revenues collected from local hotels, ensuring that the event does not impact vital city services like roads and public safety. Konold concluded, “The Wild West Music Fest highlights our growth potential and strengthens the fabric of our community.”