NYS Country Music Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony & Dinner

Join The New York State Country Music Association on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 12pm – 5pm at the Cortland Country Music Park to celebrate the legacy and future of country music in New York State. The annual NYS Country Music Hall of Fame Awards & Dinner honors the artists, songwriters, and contributors who have shaped our state’s country music heritage.

 Tickets and reservations are available now at $25 per person. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event honoring New York’s finest in country music! Please call to reserve your tickets in advance:
(607) 753-0377

This year’s ceremony will include:

• Hall of Honor Inductees:
  • Beverly Owen
  • Jim Owen
  • Rick Fry
  • Gregory A. Zeh Jr.
• Hall of Fame Nominees:
  • Don Cerce Jr.
  • Jan Best
  • Lawrence “Buzz” Barber
  • Dean Goble
  • Brian Nelson
  • Don Cerce
  • Jimmy Decker Jr.
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Bob Swarm
• Live Music: Featuring Doc Weismore with Real Country as the event’s official backing band.

Also featured this year is the honorary induction of Chris Allinger, who has been the morning host for over 35 years on the “Wake Up Q” show on Q Country.

Enjoy a day of music, dinner (chicken and biscuits), and recognition as we celebrate those who keep country traditions alive while inspiring the next generation of musicians.

 Tickets and reservations are available now at $25 per person. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event honoring New York’s finest in country music! Please call to reserve your tickets in advance:
(607) 753-0377