Cold beer, country beats: Zach Top to headline 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open week

Country star Zach Top will headline the 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest at WM Phoenix Open, with ERNEST opening. Tickets go live Aug 12 - country fans, get ready!

Updated on: Aug 5, 2025, 10:28:07 IST

By Eshana Saha

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Country music is set to take center stage at the 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open week - and the Valley is in for one unforgettable night. Rising country sensation Zach Top has officially been announced as the Thursday night headliner, bringing his chart-topping hits and honky-tonk flair to Scottsdale on February 5, 2026. Joining him as the evening’s opener is ERNEST, the hit songwriter behind multiple No. 1 tracks for Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, and Chris Lane.

Rising country star Zach Top to headline the 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open Tournament week. (AFP)

"Zach is one of the most exciting young voices in country music right now," said 2026 WM Phoenix Open Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg. "His sound mixed with modern energy will set the perfect tone for what’s shaping up to be another electric week of live music."

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Rising Stars and Fan Favorites

Zach Top has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in country, thanks to his throwback sound and modern swagger. In 2024, he was named the Academy of Country Music’s New Male Artist of the Year, and his hit single “I Never Lie” climbed the charts, solidifying his place in the genre. He’s set to hit the road for his Cold Beer and Country Music tour this September, making his Birds Nest performance one of the most anticipated stops on his calendar.

Joining him is ERNEST, a powerhouse songwriter with 12 No. 1 hits under his belt. Known for penning smashes for artists like Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, and Chris Lane, ERNEST previously performed at the 2024 WM Phoenix Open’s Concert in the Coliseum and is back by popular demand.

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Ticket Info & Schedule

Tickets for the Coors Light Birds Nest go on sale Monday, August 12 at 10 am via CoorsLightBirdsNest.com. General admission starts at $125, while VIP and elevated experiences are available for $350 - which includes access to a private VIP area, premium stage viewing, and complimentary food and drinks.

Doors to the Coors Light Birds Nest will be open from 3 pm to 10 pm, Wednesday through Saturday of tournament week. Opening acts hit the stage at 6:30 pm, with headliners performing around 8:30 pm. More artists will be announced as the full 2026 lineup continues to take shape - but one thing’s clear: country fans won’t want to miss Thursday night.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Eshana Saha
Eshana Saha is a fresh face in lifestyle and cultural journalism, bringing a refined, multidisciplinary perspective to the intersection of entertainment, fashion and holistic wellbeing. With less than a year of professional experience, she has quickly adapted to high-pressure editorial environments and currently works full-time with HT Media. Prior to this, she interned for nearly six months with Hindustan Times’ entertainment and lifestyle vertical, where she gained hands-on experience in digital reporting, trend analysis and editorial storytelling. Based in New Delhi, Eshana specialises in comprehensive coverage of major cultural moments — from international film press tours to the curated aesthetics of global fashion showcases, award shows and music-centred events. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from St Xavier’s University, Kolkata, and a Master’s degree in English from the University of Delhi, equipping her with a strong academic foundation and a keen ability to deconstruct complex cultural trends into clear, high-impact narratives. Beyond the red carpet, Eshana has developed a growing focus on health and wellbeing reporting. She bridges the gap between celebrity-driven trends and practical, evidence-informed lifestyle advice, ensuring her work remains both aspirational and grounded in editorial rigour. She has extensively covered the health implications of Delhi’s air pollution crisis, while also playing a key role in amplifying expert-led insights on women’s health and mental wellbeing, helping translate complex medical perspectives into informed, impactful public awareness. An artist at heart, she explores multiple creative forms — from visual arts and music to culinary experiments — and brings a creative’s eye for nuance, texture and detail to every story. Whether analysing runway dynamics or examining emerging wellness movements, she remains committed to accuracy and the highest standards of contemporary journalistic ethics.Read More

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