Two Major Shows Added: Turnpike Troubadours and AJR Join VENU's Ford Amphitheater 2026 Lineup
Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the "Company") (NYSE:VENU), owner, operator, and developer of premium live entertainment destinations, this week announced two major headliners for its 2026 season at the Company's award-winning Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Critically acclaimed Red Dirt country band Turnpike Troubadours and Billboard Music Award-winning pop trio AJR are the latest artists added to the venue's 2026 concert lineup.
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Ford Amphitheater | Colorado Springs, CO | Announced Shows as of 3/13/2026
The shows further expand what is shaping up to be a dynamic 2026 season at Ford Amphitheater, which has quickly established itself as one of the premier outdoor concert destinations in the region. Rising artists Avery Anna and Rattlesnake Milk will also appear on the mainstage as part of the newly announced performance supporting Turnpike Troubadours.
Since opening in August 2024, Ford Amphitheater has garnered national attention for its elevated fan experience and striking views of the Rocky Mountains and Pikes Peak. The venue features signature offerings including Luxe FireSuites, Owners Clubs, premium food and beverage concepts, and service-to-seat hospitality, redefining the concert experience for fans and guests alike. Ford Amphitheater is operated in partnership with AEG Presents Rocky Mountains.
"Ford Amphitheater is quickly establishing itself as a must-play venue for touring artists and a destination for fans across the region," said Will Hodgson, President of VENU. "As we continue securing top-tier artists and expanding the year's lineup, the momentum we're seeing positions us well for another strong season ahead for fans, partners, and our shareholders."
The initial 2026 lineup includes:
- Thursday, May 14, 2026: John Mulaney with Fred Armisen and Mike Birbiglia
- Saturday, May 23, 2026: Turnpike Troubadours with Avery Anna, Rattlesnake Milk
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026: Alex Warren
- Friday, June 5, 2026: Yo-Yo Ma with the Colorado Symphony, with Peter Oundjian, Music Director
- Thursday, June 18, 2026: O.A.R. with Gavin DeGraw and Phantom Planet
- Saturday, June 27, 2026: AJR
- Thursday, July 2, 2026: Dierks Bentley with Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, Cole Goodwin
- Saturday, August 1, 2026: The Black Crowes & Whiskey Myers with Southhall
- Thursday, August 6, 2026: Sublime
- Saturday, August 8, 2026: Lindsey Stirling with PVRIS
- Friday, August 14, 2026: Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas with special guest Theo Lawrence
- Saturday, September 5, 2026: Brantley Gilbert
Tickets and more information can be found at fordamphitheater.live.
Additional 2026 performances will be announced in the coming weeks.
About Venu Holding Corporation
Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU") (NYSE:VENU) is a premier owner, developer, and operator of luxury, experience-driven entertainment destinations. Founded by Colorado Springs entrepreneur J.W. Roth, VENU has a portfolio of premium brands that includes Ford Amphitheater, Sunset Amphitheaters, Phil Long Music Hall, The Hall at Bourbon Brothers, Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, Aikman Owners Clubs, and Roth's Sea & Steak. With venues operating and in development across Colorado, Georgia, Oklahoma, and Texas and a nationwide expansion underway, VENU is setting a new standard for live entertainment.
VENU has been recognized nationally by The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Billboard, VenuesNow, and Variety for its innovative and disruptive approach to live entertainment. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as AEG Presents, NFL Hall of Famer and Founder of EIGHT Elite Light Beer Troy Aikman, Billboard, Aramark Sports + Entertainment, Tixr, Boston Common Golf, Niall Horan, and Dierks Bentley, VENU continues to shape the future of the entertainment landscape. For more information, visit VENU's website, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X.
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