Cody Johnson and Wyatt Flores will appear
George Strait announces his return to the stadium stage with a newly added performance at Clemson, South Carolina’s Memorial Stadium (known as “Death Valley”) for one night only, in-the-round on Saturday, May 2, 2026, joined by Cody Johnson and Wyatt Flores.
This historic night will mark the first concert at Memorial Stadium since 1999, which was also headlined by George Strait. Fans can expect an unforgettable evening of timeless hits and new favorites performed center stage, in the round.
Tickets go on sale on Friday, October 31st at 10 am local time.
Strait, who performs for over two hours yet is a man of few words, simply shares, “Going back to Death Valley for the first time in more than 25 years feels pretty special. Can’t wait to see you, Clemson!”
In 2024, Strait only played a handful of one-off stadium shows, including A&M’s Kyle Fiel,d playing one of the largest single ticketed concerts in U.S. history with 110,905 fans in attendance for George Strait: The King at Kyle Field. He followed that record-breaking performance with only five live shows in 2025 with stops in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Foxborough, and Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium.
In addition to this upcoming live performance at Clemson, Strait will be celebrated at the 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors this December, recognizing his lifetime of contributions to American culture through the performing arts. Early next year, he will also be inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame, paying tribute to his enduring impact as both a performer and songwriter whose influence has shaped generations of country music.
The last time Death Valley hosted a concert was 1999 and it was George Strait. In 2026, the King returns. Sign up now for early access: https://t.co/XHqhtmIxiV pic.twitter.com/QTV7dtWEC7
— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) October 17, 2025
