April 22, 2026

In The Living Room – Rock The Country with Kevin Bellville

Rock the Country Bellville 2026: Bellville Police Chief Answers Your Questions About Traffic, Safety & Crowds

Join us in the living room with Kevin Bellville, Chief of the Bellville Police Department, for an honest, no-filter conversation about the upcoming Rock the Country music festival at the Austin County Fairgrounds on May 1-2, 2026.
With headliners like Jason Aldean, Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Ella Langley, Chase Matthew, Aaron Lewis & The Stateliners, and many more, this event is expected to draw big crowds — and some locals are feeling a mix of excitement and nerves.
In this interview, Chief Bellville covers:

– Expected attendance and how it compares to the Austin County Fair
– The full traffic plan (including detours from Hwy 36, Brenham, and Hempstead)
– Extra law enforcement: 30+ DPS troopers, Sheriff’s Office, Sealy PD, and officers from across Texas
– Safety measures, EMS support, and what to expect with noise and crowds
– His top advice for residents: pack your patience, be kind, and plan ahead

Whether you’re heading to the show or just want to know how it will impact daily life in Austin County, this is the must-watch interview for real answers straight from local law enforcement.

🎙️ Host:

Shelley Stuessel-Brian

Director of Operations, Austin County News Online & Co-Creator, Hello Austin County

Greg Stuessel

Publisher, Executive Producer, Technical Director
Austin County News Online & Austin County Media

🎙️ Guests:

Kevin Bellville, Police Chief

 Bellville Police Department

🎧 Episode Highlights:

For more information:

Dates: May 1 & 2, 2026

Location: Austin County Fairgrounds, Bellville, TX

Get tickets & full lineup: rockthecountry.com/bellville-tx