Country Star Craig Morgan to Headline Ryman Auditorium in November

The Army Reserve soldier and country hitmaker returns to Nashville's iconic venue ahead of Veterans Day.

Feb. 25, 2026 at 6:30pm

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Country music star Craig Morgan, who is also an Army Reserve soldier, will headline a concert at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on November 7, just ahead of Veterans Day. Morgan last performed at the historic venue in 2022 and is known for hits like "Redneck Yacht Club" and "That's What I Love About Sunday." The concert will highlight Morgan's continued commitment to military service, as he has over 17 years with the Army and Army Reserve.

Why it matters

As a country music star with a strong military background, Morgan's Ryman Auditorium concert underscores the connection between country music and service to the nation. The performance comes at a meaningful time, just before Veterans Day, and will celebrate Morgan's decades-long military career alongside his successful music career.

The details

Morgan, who currently serves as a Warrant Officer 2 in the Army Reserve, is approaching two decades of service, including time with the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. He reenlisted in 2023 and continues his military career. The concert will feature songs from his catalog of over 25 Billboard-charting hits, as well as material from his latest album "American Soundtrack," which is infused with patriotism and faith.

  • Craig Morgan will perform at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on November 7, 2026.
  • Morgan last played the historic venue in 2022.

The players

Craig Morgan

A country music hitmaker, Army Reserve soldier, and singer-songwriter who has amassed over 2.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard. He was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2008 and is known for hits like "Redneck Yacht Club" and "That's What I Love About Sunday."

Ryman Auditorium

The iconic Nashville venue that is considered the "Mother Church of Country Music." It has hosted legendary country music performances for decades.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

Tickets for Craig Morgan's November 7 concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville will go on sale to the general public on September 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Craig Morgan's upcoming Ryman Auditorium concert in Nashville will celebrate the country star's enduring music career and his longstanding commitment to military service, underscoring the deep connections between country music and patriotism.