BLAKE SHELTON KICKING OFF TOUR AT RUPP ARENA ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27
LEXINGTON, KY (September 5, 2024) –– Country music superstar and proud ambassador Blake Shelton is set to hit the road next year with his “Friends & Heroes” Tour 2025. The tour features performances by genre heroes Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, and Trace Adkins plus very special guest Emily Ann Roberts, and will be starting its run in Lexington, KY at Rupp Arena on Thursday, February 27.
“The ‘Friends & Heroes’ Tour is one of my favorite tours because as a fan, I can’t think of a cooler concert to see,” said Shelton. “I get spoiled every night seeing these icons come out and do four or five of the biggest hits of their storied careers. And then get introduced to new talent like Emily Ann. I can’t wait.”
Tickets for the “Friends & Heroes” Tour 2025 will be available via an exclusive fan presale beginning next Tuesday, September 10 at 10 A.M. local time through Thursday, September 12 at 10 P.M. local time. American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Tuesday, September 10 at 10 A.M. local time through Thursday, September 12 at 10 P.M. local time. The general on-sale will start on Friday, September 13 at 10 A.M. local time. Purchase tickets at ticketmaster.com, rupparena.com, or in person at the Central Bank Center Box Office from 12-4 P.M. on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Fans can sign up for the exclusive Presale HERE (www.BlakeShelton.com/friendsandheroes)
Once again, Shelton partners with Propeller, the social impact platform, to support the work of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, which is leading the way the world understands, treats, and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Through Propeller, concertgoers can be entered to win exclusive experiences and prizes throughout the Friends & Heroes tour, including a trip to see one of Shelton’s shows on the tour and more.
The “Friends & Heroes” Tour announcement comes fresh off the boot heels of Shelton’s recently announced “Live In Las Vegas” residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The residency will occur on February 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, and 15.
It’s been several years since Shelton embarked on his last “Friends & Heroes” Tour, which received rave reviews. The Tampa Bay Times said, “It was the sort of multi-generational lineup that's far too rare in country music these days, and it yielded a jukebox's worth of hits spanning some 40 years, curated by one of the most charismatic cats in Music City.” The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel said, “It gives Shelton a chance to share his sharp band and packed houses with veteran country stars who prove they've still got the goods and are still beloved,” while the Oklahoman declared, “Blake Shelton is taking hero worship to a new level with his new tour."
About Blake Shelton HERE
Blake Photo HERE
About Craig Morgan HERE
Craig Photo HERE
About Deana Carter HERE
Deana Photo HERE
About Trace Adkins HERE
Trace Photo HERE
About Emily Ann Roberts HERE
Emily Ann Photo HERE
Venue Contact:
Samantha Luse | SLuse@centralbankcenter.com
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About Rupp Arena
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, the Lexington Center Corporation (LCC) is a not-for-profit 501c3 corporate agency of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. It was established in 1974 to manage and maintain Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, the Central Bank Center (formerly Lexington Convention Center), Triangle Park, and the Lexington Opera House. One of the nation’s most storied entertainment destinations, Central Bank Center venues collectively welcome an average of 1.3 million patrons annually.
Since 1976, Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center has served as the home court of the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team, regularly leading the national attendance average. Rupp Arena has hosted legendary artists such as Justin Timberlake, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, and many more. Since 2018, Oak View Group and Live Nation Arenas have provided booking services to Rupp Arena. During the last 18 months, Rupp Arena has broken all previous audience attendance and revenue records in its storied 43-year history.
About Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions for a collection of world-class-owned venues and a client roster of arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. Founded by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff in 2015, OVG is the leading developer of major new venues either open or under development across four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.