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Apr
30
Apr
30
Great Southern Bank Arena
Missouri's Springfield readies itself for an eventful tribute as the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff hits Great Southern Bank Arena on Thursday, April 30th, 2026. The concert features a unique musical performance to honor the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road through the artistic talents of outstanding musicians.
The evening features Little Big Town as the main performers who will deliver their signature four-part vocal harmonies and perform their hit songs "Pontoon" and "Girl Crush". The GRAMMY-winning group from their 2022 album "Mr. Sun" continues to achieve their outstanding musical success which they had in their previous releases.
Gary LeVox from Rascal Flatts performs with Gretchen Wilson who achieved success through her powerful song "Redneck Woman" which became a country music game-changer in the 2000s. Featured performers include Chris Janson, Ozark Mountain Daredevils and The Haygoods.
The event starts at 4:15 PM before the first performance begins at 5:15 PM. The admission process begins at $102. Grab your spot for this historic experience.
You'll witness the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff: Little Big Town, Gary Levox, & Gretchen Wilson on Thurs 30th April 2026 at the Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield, Missouri. The show starts at 4:15 PM before the main event begins at 5:15 PM. You'll dive into a celebration marking the 100th birthday of the epic Route 66, featuring a impressive lineup including Little Big Town, Chris Janson, Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts, Gretchen Wilson, Ozark Mountain Daredevils and The Haygoods. The performers will demonstrate the core elements of American music through their stage show which combines country music with rock and roots music to celebrate the historic significance of the legendary highway. The starting price for this event is $102 which grants you access to the exclusive kickoff experience.
The four-part harmonies of Little Big Town will create a vibrating musical experience which will fill the entire arena. Founded in 1998, this Nashville-based group includes Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet and Jimi Westbrook - strikingly, the unchanged lineup since day one. The group performs "Pontoon" and "Girl Crush" and "Better Man" and "Boondocks" which will lead you to discover your lost self. The band shows their musical development through their 2022 studio album Mr. Sun while maintaining their distinctive sound. The artist has received multiple GRAMMY Awards and ACM Awards and CMA Awards while achieving 24 Hot Country Songs chart successes and four albums which reached number one on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. The music industry has never seen a band maintain their original lineup for twenty-nine years which proves their enduring success.
You'll know Gary LeVox's distinctive voice from Rascal Flatts' chart-topping hits like "Bless the Broken Road" and "What Hurts the Most". LeVox delivers emotional stage performances throughout his individual concert tours. His LeVox Live EP (2024) contains all the songs which he performs during his stage show. Throughout his Rascal Flatts era, the group earned 17 No. 1 singles, sold over 23 million albums and packed venues for more than 11 million patrons. Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, LeVox's stage name is interestingly an anagram of his last name, Vernon, combined with 'Le' from first name. The audience will witness his authentic emotional delivery when he performs his Rascal Flatts hits alongside his present solo material.
You will perform Gretchen Wilson songs which celebrate working-class life through her fearless musical style. Exploding onto the scene in 2004 with "Redneck Woman", Wilson became an instant sensation. The concert will present her well-known stage performance of her hit songs "Here for the Party" and "All Jacked Up". Her 2017 album Ready to Get Rowdy maintains her tradition of performing celebratory country rock music. With a Grammy Award for "Redneck Woman", plus ACM, CMA, AMA and Billboard talents, she's moved over 10 million albums around the globe with half a dozen Top-10 hits. Wilson maintains his powerful presence throughout his 50s because he was born in Pocahontas Illinois. Her genuine storytelling method together with her straightforward delivery method will draw your attention.
You'll bounce along to Chris Janson's uptempo hits like "Buy Me a Boat", "Fix a Drink", and "All I Need Is You". Janson gained fame through his energetic stage shows while demonstrating his ability to play guitar and harmonica and drums. His 2023 album The Outlaw Side of Me demonstrates his musical versatility through his work with various musical styles. With five career No. 1 hits at Country Radio and awards including ACM and iHeartRadio Country Awards, this platinum-selling artist delivers genuine country energy. The viral success of "Buy Me a Boat" becomes explainable because Janson delivers his stage performance with his characteristic high-energy stage presence. Janson's been twice honored with NSAI "Top 10 Songs I Wish I'd Written" - pretty the award from fellow musicians!
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils perform their signature rock-country-bluegrass music which you will likely find enjoyable. Established in 1972 right here in Springfield, Missouri, the ensemble delivers 53 years of musical heritage to this unique occasion. The album contains two of their most popular songs "If You Wanna Get to Heaven" and "Jackie Blue" which helped them achieve more than 3 million record sales. The musicians who have released more than 15 albums including Alive & Wild (2011) as their live recording embody the adventurous spirit of Route 66. Characterized as a "ragtag collection of hippies, bohemians and musicians", you'll appreciate their authentic sound. With the band performing in their home city brings extra significance to this celebratory event.
The Haygoods present an unbelievable family performance which has run for 33 years in Branson with their five brothers and one sister. The performance includes 115 songs from five different decades which the artists perform with their own voices and their unexpected family connections. Through played over 7,000 concerts for more than 7 million fans worldwide, they're Branson's most popular show. The show will surprise you with its 100 costume transformations and its impressive special effects and live musical performance which showcases genuine family entertainment skills. Their wide-ranging collection includes country, rock and pop classics, providing there's recognize countless songs. The show delivers its fast-paced energy and theatrical production values which you will find entertaining.
You'll find Great Southern Bank Arena at 685 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO 65807, located on the Missouri State University campus. Established in 2008 with a insane gift, this modern arena provides you arena-style seating with floor, lower level and upper level sections. Featuring an 11,000 seat venue, you'll have quality sightlines from various sections. The venue provides standard arena concessions with food, refreshments and snacks to sustain your energy during the event. Your ticket shows that you will receive either general admission seating or reserved seating in specific zones. For further information about services, reach the entertainment venue directly at (417) 836-7678. Positioned at the corner of Bear Boulevard and John Q. Hammons Parkway, you can easily find the arena.
You'll find on-site parking offered on the Missouri State University campus, with supplementary lots nearby. Keep in mind paid parking may apply for event. You'll locate plenty of street parking and parking lots throughout the Springfield vicinity if venue parking fill up. You should reach the venue before it opens to find the best parking locations which will protect you from running into unexpected groups of people.
The starting price for this special centennial kickoff is $102. The ticket purchase process should be done through two reliable channels which include Ticket Squeeze's online platform and the Great Southern Bank Arena box office. You should click the "buy tickets" button right away to get your spot at this major Route 66 celebration. You should not hesitate because you will want to experience this spontaneous concert tribute which pays tribute to America's Mother Road.
Great Southern Bank Arena, Springfield, Missouri, , US