Cody Johnson Kicks Off Live '26 Tour

Country star stops by studio ahead of first concert in Birmingham

Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:31pm

Country music star Cody Johnson is gearing up to kick off his Live '26 Tour, with the first show set for this Friday in Birmingham, Alabama. Johnson recently wrapped up rehearsals in Nashville and is making a studio stop before heading to the tour's opening date.

Why it matters

Cody Johnson has emerged as one of the biggest stars in country music, winning CMA Male Vocalist of the Year in 2025. His Live '26 Tour is highly anticipated by fans, as it will feature a mix of his hit songs as well as new collaborations with other popular artists.

The details

Johnson's Live '26 Tour will feature nearly 30 concerts across the country, running from February through September. Along the way, he'll be joined by fellow country stars like Clint Black, Randy Houser, Scotty McCreery, Kip Moore, and Jon Pardi. Fans can expect to hear Johnson's recent top-15 hit "The Fall" as well as his new duet with Christian singer Brandon Lake, "When a Cowboy Prays."

  • Johnson recently wrapped up rehearsals in Nashville.
  • The Live '26 Tour kicks off this Friday, February 7, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama.
  • The tour will run through September 12, 2026 with a final show in Tacoma, Washington.

The players

Cody Johnson

A rising country music star who was named CMA Male Vocalist of the Year in 2025.

Brandon Lake

A Christian singer who collaborated with Johnson on the new song "When a Cowboy Prays."

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What they’re saying

“Just wrapped up rehearsals in Nashville for the Live '26 Tour. Studio tomorrow. Next stop, Birmingham.”

— Cody Johnson

What’s next

Johnson's first show of the Live '26 Tour will be this Friday, February 7th in Birmingham, Alabama.

The takeaway

Cody Johnson's highly anticipated Live '26 Tour is set to kick off, showcasing the country star's growing popularity and his ability to draw top-name supporting acts for his shows.