New arena shows, festival appearances, and a romantic new single mark a breakout year for the rising Southern rock band
The Red Clay Strays are continuing their rapid ascent with the announcement of a new series of headline shows set for 2026, including performances at some of the country’s most iconic venues. Newly revealed dates include Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland (July 30), Boston’s TD Garden (August 1), and Atlanta’s State Farm Arena (November 13), signaling another major milestone for the Mobile, Alabama-based band.
Pre-sales begin Wednesday, February 25, with general ticket on-sales launching Friday, February 27, at 9:00 a.m. local time. Full ticket details are available via the band’s official website here.
A Breakout Touring Year Continues
The newly announced headline shows add momentum to what is shaping up to be a landmark touring year for The Red Clay Strays. The band will also top festival bills across the country, including appearances at Two Step Inn (Georgetown, TX), Stagecoach (Indio, CA), and Bourbon & Beyond (Louisville, KY).
Among the tour’s biggest highlights are a one-night headline performance at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on August 9 and a special two-night stand at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena (October 22–23); career-defining moments that underscore the group’s fast-growing fanbase.
Special guests vary by date, with appearances from The Revivalists, Haley Reinhart, Travis Tritt, Brent Cobb, and Sierra Ferrell joining select shows throughout the run.
Fan Fest 2026 Expands the Strays Community
In addition to traditional tour stops, The Red Clay Strays have announced their first-ever destination fan event, “The Red Clay Strays Fan Fest 2026,” taking place June 24–28 at Abayance Bay Marina in Rexford, Montana.
The five-night experience will feature:
- A headline performance by The Red Clay Strays
- “Strays with Stories,” an intimate storytelling and performance event
- Headline sets from Lukas Nelson and St. Paul & The Broken Bones
- Exclusive fan experiences and limited-capacity programming
Tickets for the fan festival are extremely limited and available through the band’s app here, and official channels here.
New Single “If I Didn’t Know You” Showcases a Softer Side
The tour announcement arrives alongside the release of the band’s romantic new ballad, “If I Didn’t Know You,” available now via HBYCO Records/RCA Records.
Written by award-winning country rocker Drew Nix, the heartfelt track highlights the band’s emotional range while maintaining their signature Southern soul and rock influences. The official music video, directed by Matthew Coleman, stars comedian Matt Rife and fitness influencer Mariah Morse, both longtime fans of the band, adding a cinematic and playful dimension to the release.
Fans can stream the single and watch the official video now across major platforms. Watch the official music video for the single “If I Didn’t Know You”:
The Red Clay Strays – 2026 Tour Highlights
Headline Shows
- July 30 – Merriweather Post Pavilion – Columbia, MD*
- Aug. 1 – TD Garden – Boston, MA
- Aug. 9 – Madison Square Garden – New York, NY**
- Oct. 22–23 – Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN^
- Nov. 13 – State Farm Arena – Atlanta, GA^^
Festival Appearances Include
- Two Step Inn – Georgetown, TX (April 19)
- Stagecoach – Indio, CA (April 24)
- Buckeye Country Superfest – Columbus, OH (June 13)
- Cheyenne Frontier Days – Cheyenne, WY (July 19)
- Bourbon & Beyond – Louisville, KY (Sept. 26)
(*Special guests vary by date.)
A full list of tour dates and ticket information can be found at the band’s official website.
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