For more than 40 years, Alan Jackson has been the steady voice of traditional country music — a bridge between the honky-tonk heart of the past and the stadium-filling sound of the present. Now, at 66, the Country Music Hall of Famer is setting out on what may be his most emotional journey yet: the 2026 tour “One Last Ride.”
The announcement, made this morning, comes as a bittersweet gift to fans who have followed Alan’s career since his 1990 debut Here in the Real World. The tour will span dozens of cities across the U.S., each stop a mix of greatest hits, personal stories, and the unshakable authenticity that has defined Jackson’s music for decades.
“This isn’t about saying goodbye,” Alan shared. “It’s about celebrating the ride — the music, the fans, and the life I’ve been blessed to live.”
The name “One Last Ride” carries a deliberate weight. Jackson has been candid about living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a nerve condition that has slowly affected his mobility. While not life-threatening, it has made touring more challenging, leading fans to wonder how much longer they would get to see him perform live.
And yet, rather than slowing down quietly, Alan is embracing the road one more time — determined to make this tour a revival of the kind of country music that shaped him. Audiences can expect classics like “Remember When,” “Chattahoochee,” “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning),” and “Drive (For Daddy Gene),” alongside hand-picked deep cuts that haven’t been played on stage in years.
Adding to the excitement, Alan hinted that “One Last Ride” will feature guest appearances from close friends and collaborators, making each show a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The tour dates and cities, revealed today, stretch from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to California’s Golden 1 Center, with stops in the small-town venues Jackson has always loved. Fans have already begun flooding ticket outlets, with early interest suggesting sellouts across the board.
For Jackson, the stage is more than a platform — it’s home. And with “One Last Ride”, he’s inviting fans to join him there once more, to sing along, laugh, and remember the moments his songs have carried them through.
“I’ve always believed that country music should tell the truth,” Alan said. “And the truth is, this life has been one incredible ride. I just want to share it with the people who’ve been there all along.”
When the final chord rings out and the lights dim on this tour, fans will remember not just the music, but the man — humble, steadfast, and still singing for those who love him.