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Never Give Up On Country Benefit Concert
The Never Give Up On Country concert, presented by JPMorganChase, is the Travis Mills Foundation’s signature annual fundraiser that celebrates music and resilience in the veteran community.
Proceeds support the foundation’s mission to serve post-9/11 veterans injured in service, providing all-expenses-paid retreats in Rome, Maine, where veterans and their families can relax, reconnect, and recharge together.
Event Details
Date
February 6, 2026
Time
4-11pm
Location
Sheltair Aviation OCF | 1200 Southwest 60th Avenue Ocala, FL 34474
Admission
General Admission | $81.88
Seating in the tarmac area outside the hangar
Premium Seating | $135.23
Seating closest to the stage under the hangar, plus preferred parking and a cash bar
General Admission + Meal | $103.22
Seating in the tarmac area outside the hangar, plus a boxed meal from Mission BBQ
Premium Seating + Meal | $156.57
Seating closest to the stage under the hangar, plus preferred parking, a cash bar, and a boxed meal from Mission BBQ
Concert Headliners
Chris Janson
Chris Janson, a Grand Ole Opry member and multi-platinum artist, will once again take the stage at the Never Give Up on Country benefit concert. He has become one of country music’s standout voices with hits like “Buy Me a Boat,” “Good Vibes,” and “Done,” and has earned critical acclaim from Rolling Stone, calling him “a live legacy in the making.”
12/OC
12/OC is a country band formed by brothers Will and Reid Nichols from Portland, Maine. What began as family jam sessions grew into a regional success story, highlighted by a 16-week No. 1 single on Maine’s top country station and the “Act of the Year 2025” award from the New England Music Awards.
About the Travis Mills Foundation
The Travis Mills Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting post-9/11 veterans who have been permanently injured in service. Founded by quadruple amputee and retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills and his wife, Kelsey, the Foundation offers a range of programs aimed at helping these veterans and their families overcome physical and emotional challenges, strengthen their relationships, and find healing and relaxation.
At the heart of their efforts is the Veterans Retreat in Rome, Maine, a fully accessible, all-expenses-paid facility that provides a barrier-free environment for veterans and their families to enjoy adaptive activities and connect with others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring chairs into this event?
Yes. Those with general admission tickets are encouraged to bring chairs to use outside of the hangar.
Can I bring food or drink into the show?
No. Outside food and drink are not permitted.
How much of the proceeds from my ticket go to the Travis Mills Foundation?
All proceeds benefit the foundation’s efforts to empower our nation’s heroes to overcome physical and emotional challenges after service.
Plan Your Visit
Make a weekend of the Never Give Up on Country concert by checking out local hotels, tasty bites to eat, and other fun events in Ocala and Marion County.
