Mitchell Tenpenny Launches 2026 'Speed of Light Tour'

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Mitchell Tenpenny, the popular country music artist, has announced his 2026 'Speed of Light Tour', which kicked off on February 6th in Rockford, Illinois. The tour is named after new music Tenpenny plans to release this spring and will feature special guest Jake Banfield, with more dates to be added in the coming months.

Why it matters

Tenpenny's new tour is an exciting development for his fans, as it will showcase his latest musical offerings and provide opportunities for concertgoers to experience his energetic live performances. The tour also aligns with Tenpenny's participation in the 20th anniversary celebration of The Listening Room in Nashville, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the country music scene.

The details

The 'Speed of Light Tour' is in support of Tenpenny's recently released new song 'You Phase,' which he co-wrote with Andy Albert and Cory Crowder. The tour follows the release of Tenpenny's track 'Therapy' last October. In addition to the tour, Tenpenny will be a special guest on Hardy's 'The Country! Country! Tour' in April.

• The 'Speed of Light Tour' kicked off on February 6, 2026 in Rockford, Illinois.
• Tenpenny will participate in the 20th anniversary celebration of The Listening Room on March 3, 2026 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
• Tenpenny will be a special guest on Hardy's 'The Country! Country! Tour' in April 2026.

What’s next

Tenpenny will continue to announce additional tour dates in the coming months, and fans can check his website for the latest information on ticket sales.