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George Strait has been making major headlines lately with a flurry of exciting announcements and honors. According to Whiskey Riff and Lonestar 995 FM, the King of Country added a second show in Lubbock, Texas, due to overwhelming demand. The new concert is set for Friday, April 24, 2026, at Jones AT&T Stadium, joining his previously announced Saturday, April 25 show. The Friday lineup features Zach Top and Dylan Gossett as openers, while Saturday will see Miranda Lambert and Hudson Westbrook joining Strait. Tickets for both nights go on sale Friday, November 21, with presales starting earlier this week.

Strait’s latest studio album, Cowboys and Dreamers, continues to make waves, with the track “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame” featuring Chris Stapleton earning a 2026 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance, bringing Strait’s career nominations to 17.

Beyond the stage, Strait is set to be honored at the 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors in December, a prestigious recognition of his lifetime contributions to American culture, as reported by Whiskey Riff and Music Matters Magazine. He’ll also be inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame in early 2026.

Strait’s 2026 tour includes a highly anticipated in-the-round concert at Clemson’s Memorial Stadium on May 2, featuring Cody Johnson and Wyatt Flores, as noted by Whiskey Riff and New Country 101.5.

On the business side, Strait’s Strait To The Heart benefit concert recently raised over $7 million for flood relief in Texas, and his ongoing support for the Military Warriors Support Foundation continues, with his 127th home presentation to a wounded hero this summer.

Social media buzzed with excitement over the new Lubbock dates, with fans expressing disbelief and joy at the added shows. There’s no confirmed news of additional tour dates yet, but industry experts suggest more could be announced in the coming months.

Strait’s legacy remains as strong as ever, with his music, philanthropy, and live performances continuing to captivate fans and critics alike.

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