Lainey Wilson Enjoys Down Under Adventures, Brad Paisley Plans Benefit Show

Country stars make headlines with international tour and charitable efforts

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Country singer Lainey Wilson has been touring Australia and New Zealand, sharing her excitement on social media about getting to hold koalas and meet Bindi Irwin. Meanwhile, Brad Paisley has announced a benefit comedy show in Nashville to raise money for his nonprofit food pantry The Store.

Why it matters

Wilson's international tour and Paisley's charitable work highlight the growing global reach of country music and the industry's commitment to supporting local communities.

The details

In an Instagram video, Wilson described all the fun activities she's been able to do on her Down Under tour, including holding koalas and meeting Bindi Irwin. She said the shows have been some of the best of her career. Paisley announced a benefit comedy show called "Groceries with Dignity & Comedy Without" to raise money for his nonprofit The Store, which operates like a supermarket to provide groceries to those in need.

  • Lainey Wilson has been touring Australia and New Zealand.
  • Brad Paisley's benefit show is scheduled for April 2026.

The players

Lainey Wilson

A rising country music star who has been touring internationally.

Brad Paisley

A country music singer-songwriter who runs a nonprofit food pantry called The Store.

Bindi Irwin

An Australian wildlife conservationist and television personality.

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What they’re saying

“We have gotten to do it all, while playing some of the best shows I have ever played in my entire life … Australia and New Zealand, y'all know how to act up!”

— Lainey Wilson (Instagram)

What’s next

Tickets for Brad Paisley's benefit show will go on sale on Friday.

The takeaway

Country music stars are expanding their reach globally while also using their platforms to give back to local communities, showcasing the genre's growing influence and social impact.