Country Legend Hank Williams Jr. Expands 2026 Tour with New Dates

The 76-year-old icon adds seven new summer stops, nearly tripling his original schedule.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. has announced the expansion of his 2026 tour, adding seven new summer stops across the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast. The newly added dates will nearly triple the number of shows on his calendar, with the tour now featuring a blend of classic country, Southern rock, and blues with special guests like Joe Nichols, Sammy Kershaw, and The Marshall Tucker Band.

Why it matters

At 76 years old, Hank Williams Jr. remains a major force in country music, with a career spanning over 60 years, 70 million albums sold, and 20 gold records. The expansion of his 2026 tour signals that the iconic performer still has plenty of energy and enthusiasm to share with fans, solidifying his status as one of the genre's most influential and enduring artists.

The details

The newly announced tour dates begin on June 5 in Tampa, Florida, and include stops in West Palm Beach, Florida; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Birmingham, Alabama; Clarkston, Michigan; Grand Rapids, Michigan; and Bangor, Maine. Tickets for the added shows will go on sale to the general public on February 20 through Live Nation.

  • The tour expansion was announced on February 18, 2026.
  • Tickets for the new dates will go on sale on February 20, 2026.
  • The tour will kick off on June 5, 2026, in Tampa, Florida.

The players

Hank Williams Jr.

A country music legend with a career spanning over 60 years, 70 million albums sold, and 20 gold records. He is the son of country pioneer Hank Williams and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2020.

Joe Nichols

A country music singer who will be joining Hank Williams Jr. on select tour dates.

Sammy Kershaw

A country music singer who will be joining Hank Williams Jr. on select tour dates.

The Marshall Tucker Band

A Southern rock band that will be joining Hank Williams Jr. on select tour dates.

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What they’re saying

“New dates announced! Excited to be getting back on the road this summer and bringing along some new friends.”

— Hank Williams Jr. (Instagram)

What’s next

Tickets for the newly announced tour dates will go on sale to the general public on February 20, 2026, through Live Nation.

The takeaway

At 76 years old, Hank Williams Jr. continues to be a powerhouse in country music, expanding his 2026 tour with nearly triple the number of shows and bringing along a lineup of special guests that promises a blend of classic country, Southern rock, and blues for his loyal fans.