NASHVILLE, TN – Country music icon George Strait, often hailed as the “King of Country,” is set to continue his limited run of highly anticipated stadium shows throughout 2025, thrilling fans across the United States. Despite his official “Cowboy Rides Away” farewell tour concluding over a decade ago, Strait has consistently returned to the stage for select engagements, proving his enduring appeal.
This weekend, Strait is scheduled to play at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY, on June 14th, with special guests Chris Stapleton and Parker McCollum. Traffic plans and road closures have already been announced by the Erie County Sheriff’s Office to accommodate the expected massive crowd. This follows a successful performance in Philadelphia last month.
Fans can look forward to more opportunities to catch the legend live, with additional dates confirmed for the summer. These include Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA, on June 21st, and SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, on July 19th. The SoFi Stadium show will feature Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town.
Strait’s 2025 engagements are part of a series of “one-off” stadium performances, which have become a cherished tradition for his loyal fanbase. These shows often see him sharing the stage with fellow country superstars like Chris Stapleton, with whom he typically duets on songs Stapleton has written for him, such as “Cowboys Like Us” and “You Don’t Know What You’re Missing.”
With a career spanning over four decades, George Strait holds the record for the most number-one hits across all genres of music, selling over 120 million records worldwide. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2006 and received the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 CMA Awards. His influence on country music, particularly in pioneering the neotraditional sound, remains immeasurable.
Tickets for the remaining 2025 stadium shows are still available, though demand remains high for a chance to see the living legend perform his timeless hits.