Lynyrd Skynyrd to Headline Ironstone Amphitheatre Concert in October

Classic rock icons will be joined by Foghat and Molly Hatchet for the Murphys, CA show.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:36pm

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Legendary Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd will be headlining a concert at the Ironstone Amphitheatre in Murphys, California on October 2, 2026. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees will be joined by fellow classic rock acts Foghat and Molly Hatchet for the show, which will go on presale on April 29 and general sale on May 1.

Why it matters

Lynyrd Skynyrd's appearance at the Ironstone Amphitheatre is a major draw for music fans in California's historic Gold Country region, as the band's iconic hits like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird" have endured as staples of classic rock radio for decades.

The details

Only one current member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rickey Medlocke, can trace his contributions to the band back to the 1970s. Johnny Van Zant, the younger brother of co-founder Ronnie Van Zant, is the band's current lead vocalist. The Ironstone Amphitheatre is located at Ironstone Vineyards, about 60 miles east of Stockton.

  • Tickets will go on presale on April 29, 2026.
  • Tickets will go on general sale on May 1, 2026.
  • The concert will take place on October 2, 2026.

The players

Lynyrd Skynyrd

A legendary Southern rock band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees known for hits like "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird".

Foghat

A classic rock band known for songs like "Slow Ride" and "I Just Want to Make Love to You".

Molly Hatchet

A Southern rock band known for their hard-driving sound and songs like "Flirtin' with Disaster".

Rickey Medlocke

The only current member of Lynyrd Skynyrd who can trace his contributions to the band back to the 1970s.

Johnny Van Zant

The younger brother of Lynyrd Skynyrd co-founder Ronnie Van Zant, and the band's current lead vocalist.

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What they’re saying

“Lynyrd Skynyrd's music has been the soundtrack to so many lives for generations. We're thrilled to welcome them to the Ironstone Amphitheatre this October.”

— Ironstone Vineyards Representative, Venue Spokesperson

What’s next

Tickets for the Lynyrd Skynyrd concert at the Ironstone Amphitheatre will go on presale on April 29, 2026, with general onsale starting on May 1, 2026.

The takeaway

The upcoming Lynyrd Skynyrd concert at the Ironstone Amphitheatre in Murphys, California is a must-see event for classic rock fans in the region, as the band's iconic sound and catalog of hits will bring the historic Gold Country venue to life this October.