Luke Combs Packs Scott Stadium for Charlottesville's Biggest Concert in Years

The country superstar's 'My Kinda Saturday Night' tour made a stop in Charlottesville, drawing over 60,000 fans to the historic venue.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 1:20am

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More than 60,000 country music fans packed Scott Stadium on Saturday night to see Luke Combs perform on his 'My Kinda Saturday Night' tour. The North Carolina native's blend of southern spirit and heartfelt vocals have propelled him to superstar status, and the Charlottesville show was the only East Coast stop on the tour. The concert featured four opening acts, including rising star Ty Myers, before Combs took the stage for an almost two-hour set that included hits, fan favorites, and even a surprise marriage proposal.

Why it matters

The massive turnout for Combs' concert underscores Charlottesville's deep love of country music and the ability of the city to draw major touring acts to the historic Scott Stadium venue. The event brought the University of Virginia community together and animated the Grounds with excitement, showcasing the city's vibrant music scene.

The details

Combs' setlist spanned his catalog, from the high-energy title track 'My Kinda Saturday Night' to tender ballads like 'She Got the Best of Me.' The singer even had a lighthearted moment when he accidentally mixed up the order of songs, endearing himself to the crowd with his authenticity. A highlight came when a concertgoer proposed to their partner during Combs' performance of 'Better Together.' The singer's songs about family, love, and nostalgia provided the perfect backdrop for the special moment.

  • Doors opened at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2026.
  • The four opening acts performed from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Luke Combs took the stage at 9 p.m. and performed for almost two hours.

The players

Luke Combs

A country music superstar known for his blend of southern spirit and heartfelt vocals. His latest album 'The Way I Am' reached number two on the Billboard 200 chart.

Ty Myers

An 18-year-old rising country star with a massive social media following, especially popular among young adults.

Scott Stadium

The historic venue at the University of Virginia that hosted the concert, which was the largest event held there since 'A Concert for Charlottesville' in 2017.

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What they’re saying

“I was there for Ty Myers. I was geeking out because he's very popular amongst our age group.”

— Hana Sageer, First-year College student

“I love him as an artist. I feel like he's super relatable. And I liked the part when he messed up. [It] was kind of funny.”

— Ellie Williams, First-year Education student

“I thought it was really sweet when he was talking about the songs that he based off of his wife, or his three sons who are under 4 years old.”

— Bridget Noonan, First-year College student

What’s next

The University of Virginia and the city of Charlottesville will likely explore the possibility of hosting more major concerts at Scott Stadium in the future, building on the success of the Luke Combs show.

The takeaway

Luke Combs' concert at Scott Stadium showcased Charlottesville's deep passion for country music and the city's ability to draw large-scale events to its historic venues. The packed crowd and enthusiastic response from fans underscores the potential for more high-profile concerts to come to the area.