Heavy Chevy Stage Construction Reaches the Next Level at Muscle Car Ranch

September 16, 2026

Construction on the Heavy Chevy Stage keeps moving forward at Muscle Car Ranch, with another major round of massive timbers now in place above the structure.

Heavy Chevy Stage construction at Muscle Car Ranch with large wood timbers installed across the top of the structure — Another round of heavy timber construction went up on the Heavy Chevy Stage at Muscle Car Ranch.

22 more heavy timbers go up

The latest work added 22 3-by-8-by-8-foot timbers across the upper portion of the Heavy Chevy Stage structure. The next step is to begin bolting the new timbers securely into place and start laying part of the stage floor. Once that section is underway, another 22 timbers are scheduled to go up.

Heavy-duty construction continues

The new work continues the same heavy-duty approach being used throughout the permanent stage build. Earlier construction included massive 4-by-16, 20-foot timbers weighing about 500 pounds each, along with three-inch-thick material planned throughout the structure and stage floor. Each step is adding another layer to a stage being built as a permanent part of Muscle Car Ranch, rather than a temporary festival setup.

Building toward TwisterFest 2026

The crew continues working into the evenings as Muscle Car Ranch prepares for TwisterFest 2026 on September 25 and 26 in Chickasha, Oklahoma. TwisterFest brings live music to four stages along with cars, trucks, vendors, wrestling and more throughout the weekend. Daily admission is just $10 per person. View the 2026 artist set times or get TwisterFest ticket information. Festivalgoers can also save on ticket fees by paying at the gate.

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Heavy Chevy Stage Takes Shape with Massive Timber Construction

September 15, 2026

Construction on the Heavy Chevy Stage is moving forward at Muscle Car Ranch, where massive wood timbers are creating a permanent performance space designed to stand for generations.

Built with 500-pound timbers

The stage frame is built from 4-by-16 wood timbers stretching 20 feet, with each timber weighing about 500 pounds. Three-inch-thick material is being used throughout the build, including the stage floor.

Each connection is secured with redundant bolts, creating a solid structure with a weight and feel far beyond conventional stage construction. Curtis Hart expects the finished build to remain standing for more than 100 years.

More than a festival stage

The Heavy Chevy Stage is being developed as a permanent part of Muscle Car Ranch. Construction will continue after TwisterFest, with plans to add a cabin above the stage by Christmas.

The project blends the Ranch’s unmistakable character with heavy-duty craftsmanship built for decades of concerts, gatherings and special events.

Curtis Hart beside the massive wood timber frame of the Heavy Chevy Stage at Muscle Car Ranch — Curtis Hart checks progress on the Heavy Chevy Stage timber construction.

TwisterFest returns September 25 and 26

TwisterFest 2026 takes over Muscle Car Ranch in Chickasha, Oklahoma, on September 25 and 26 with more than 60 bands performing across four stages. Daily admission is $10 per person.

View the 2026 artist set times or buy tickets online. Festivalgoers can also save on ticket fees by paying at the gate.