Georgia Natives Jason Aldean & Luke Bryan Announce Historic Return to Sanford Stadium With All-Star Lineup

Longtime friends and Georgia natives Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan are set to return to Sanford Stadium at the University of Georgia for a massive co-headlining show.

On April 25, 2026, the superstar duo will perform at the iconic venue for the first time since 2013, when Aldean brought his Night Train Tour to Athens. That concert marked the first (and so far only) live music event ever hosted at the stadium.

Now, Aldean and Bryan are heading back for a special night as part of the first-ever “Live Between the Hedges” Concert Series presented by Pruitt Health. They’ll be joined by an all-star lineup featuring ACM New Male Artist of the Year Zach Top, Platinum-selling singer and fellow Georgia native Lauren Alaina, plus DJ Rock and Dee Jay Silver.

This historic return promises to be an unforgettable celebration of country music on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium.

The superstars made the announcement on Saturday, joining SEC Nation on Georgia’s campus ahead of the Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide game. 

“Playing Sanford Stadium in 2013 was one of the biggest highlights of my career,” Aldean shared. “I couldn’t be more excited to co-headline it this time with my buddy Luke Bryan. Luke and I have talked for years about wanting to do another show in Athens, and finally the stars have aligned for us to be able to do it. This one’s gonna be something people haven’t seen before…..WE PROMISE YA!”

“Growing up going to Sanford Stadium was always a highlight of the year for me, and I can’t believe I get to go back as a co-headliner with one of my best friends and play this iconic place,” Bryan added. “Aldean and I have been talking about putting on a unique show together for a few years and to be able to do that in our home turf is incredible. I am so grateful to continue to have these opportunities and to keep being able to have so much fun at this life. This is going to be way up there on the list for me!”

Fan club members for both Aldean and Bryan will have access to an exclusive presale beginning Monday, September 29 at 10 AM local time and running through Thursday, October 2 at 10 PM local time.

General public tickets will go on sale Friday, October 3 at 10 AM local time. Tickets will be available at LukeBryan.com, JasonAldean.com, and GeorgiaDogs.com.

“As we worked on bringing concerts back to Sanford Stadium, it was important that we find a group with Georgia roots,” J. Reid Parker Director of Athletics Josh Brooks stated. “We have always had a strong partnership with Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan and appreciate their passion for their home state and this university. Zach Top and Lauren Alaina are the perfect complement to what will be a fun night in Athens.”

“We could not be more excited to partner with Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan to bring concerts back to Sanford Stadium. Their deep passion for the University of Georgia and their enthusiasm to help us relaunch this concert series speaks volumes to their commitment to this state,” Georgia Associate Athletic Director Tanner Stines added. “We are also excited to welcome Zach Top and Lauren Alaina – two of the best up-and-coming artists today. This collaboration is a celebration of music, tradition, and the incredible energy that defines Bulldog Nation.”