Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton Officially Announce the 2026 ‘One Last Ride’ Tour — A Soul-Stirring Revival That Breathes New Life into the Timeless Spirit of Country Music nh
In a moment fans have long hoped for—but didn’t quite believe would happen—Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton have officially announced their 2026 joint tour, aptly titled “One Last Ride.”
Described as both a celebration and farewell, the tour promises to be more than just a series of shows. It’s a revival of classic country energy, a nod to the roots, and a tribute to the bond between two of country music’s biggest personalities and most beloved performers.
With 38 dates across 30 cities, from small-town amphitheaters to sold-out stadiums, the tour is shaping up to be the must-see country event of 2026.
Speaking from a Nashville press conference surrounded by longtime band members, radio hosts, and close friends, Luke Bryan opened the announcement with his signature grin.
“We’ve talked about this for years. Two country boys, one stage, a truckload of guitars, and just letting loose. We wanted to do something that reminded us—and reminded y’all—why we started doing this in the first place.”
Blake Shelton, standing beside him in boots and flannel, chimed in with a grin of his own:
“Luke said ‘one last ride’ and I said, ‘Does it come with beer?’ That’s how we started planning.”
Both artists emphasized this tour isn’t about retirement—it’s about reconnecting. After years of solo success, TV appearances, and personal growth, both felt the pull to go back to where it all started: live shows, fans singing every word, tailgates in the parking lot, and music that hits straight in the chest.
Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton’s friendship is one of the most enduring and entertaining in the genre. Known for their onstage banter, mutual jabs, and off-stage bromance, they’ve often appeared together at awards shows, festivals, and charity events.
But despite their countless collaborations, they’ve never done a full co-headlining tour.
Until now.
“Our fans kept asking for it,” Bryan said. “We finally said: let’s stop talking and start packing the bus.”
According to insiders, the idea was finalized over a fishing trip in June 2025. One cold beer, two guitars, and a setlist of throwbacks later, the pair agreed: “One Last Ride” had to happen.
Although the official setlist hasn’t been released, both singers teased a night full of their biggest hits — including:
Luke Bryan’s crowd favorites like “Play It Again,” “Drunk on You,” “Rain Is a Good Thing,” and “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)”.
Blake Shelton’s anthems such as “God’s Country,” “Austin,” “Honey Bee,” and “Boys ’Round Here.”
But fans can expect much more than the usual.
Blake hinted at acoustic segments, unreleased duets, and even surprise collaborations with rising country stars at select dates.
“We’re bringing the fire. But we’re also bringing a few tears, a few jokes, and a hell of a lot of guitars,” Shelton said.
The tour kicks off in January 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and wraps in September with a two-night finale at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.
Pre-sale begins September 15, 2025, with general ticket sales opening on September 20.
Beyond the hits and stadium crowds, “One Last Ride” is being positioned as a tribute to traditional country music.
Both Bryan and Shelton have noted that in recent years, with the rise of genre-blending and streaming trends, country has evolved in new directions—but not always in ways they relate to.
“We’re not judging where it’s going,” said Bryan. “But this tour is about where it came from.”
“We grew up on guys like George Strait, Alan Jackson, and Garth Brooks,” added Shelton. “We want to bring that energy back—stories in the lyrics, heart in the sound.”
To that end, the show will also include montage tributes to country legends, as well as a rotating cast of guest appearances from older generation stars and promising newcomers alike.
Within minutes of the announcement, social media exploded with excitement:
@CountryHeart96: “Luke and Blake?? On tour?? Together?? 2026 is SAVED. ”
@BootsAndWhiskey: “One Last Ride is about to be one hell of a journey. Take all my money.”
@SouthernSoulRadio: “Real country. Real stories. Two legends. Let’s GO.”
Even celebrities chimed in:
Darius Rucker tweeted: “Hell yes boys. I’m crashing one of those shows, like it or not.”
Carrie Underwood posted on Instagram: “Now THAT’S a tour worth getting boots dirty for.”
Luke Bryan, now in his late 40s, and Blake Shelton, 49, are no longer the young rebels of country. They’ve grown into the genre’s elder statesmen — still fun-loving, still outrageous at times, but more grounded, more reflective.
Shelton stepped away from The Voice in 2023 to focus on family and music. Bryan has eased his touring schedule to prioritize writing and mentorship. “One Last Ride” represents a rare return to the road for both—and possibly the final time they’ll share it together.
In an era where music tours are often defined by spectacle over soul, “One Last Ride” promises something far more meaningful: a return to the heart, humor, and humanity that built country music.
It’s not just about nostalgia.
It’s about honoring a tradition that’s still alive, still twanging, still reaching for something real in the dirt roads and neon lights of American life.
So if you’ve ever tapped your boots to “Drink a Beer” or belted “God Gave Me You” at a tailgate… 2026 might be your year to ride along, one last time.
