Zac Brown Band officially launched the Love&Fear 2026 Tour this past weekend with back-to-back performances in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Cleveland, Ohio, marking the beginning of an ambitious nationwide run presented by Margaritaville at Sea. Building on the success of their groundbreaking residency at Las Vegas Sphere, where they made history as the first country band to ever perform at the iconic venue, the tour brings that same high-production energy to arenas and amphitheaters across the country through November 2026. The opening weekend featured Fitz and The Tantrums as special guests and showcased a dynamic setlist mixing new material from Love&Fear, surprise covers, and classic fan favorites that highlight the band’s musical range and seasoned artistry.
The Love&Fear album represents a creative turning point for the band, featuring thirteen tracks that explore themes of resilience and connection while showcasing some of the most unexpected collaborations in recent country music history. Working with Dolly Parton, Snoop Dogg, and Marcus King on the same record takes real artistic courage, and these partnerships demonstrate how Zac Brown Band continues to evolve without losing sight of their roots-driven foundation. The album maintains the band’s signature musicianship while proving that country music’s tent is big enough for bold creative choices and cross-genre experimentation.
If you’re planning to see Zac Brown Band this year, the tour schedule is loaded with incredible venues. Major stops include Fenway Park in Boston on August 2, Forest Hills Stadium in New York on August 27-28, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre on October 19-20, with different opening acts rotating through select dates. Grace Potter, Brothers Osborne, and Old Crow Medicine Show will join various shows throughout the tour, so each market gets its own unique lineup. Have you already spotted a date near you, or are you hoping they’ll add a show to your area?
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