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What happened at Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean's concert at UGA's Sanford Stadium?

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Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan headlined the first Live Between the Hedges concert at UGA's Sanford Stadium on April 25, marking the stadium's second concert in nearly 100 years.

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DateApril 25, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
SignificanceFirst live music at Sanford Stadium in 13 years; only second concert in the stadium's nearly 100-year history
Full LineupLauren Alaina (opener), Zach Top, Luke Bryan, and Jason Aldean (co-headliners)
Previous ConcertBryan and Aldean last performed at Sanford Stadium in 2013 as part of Aldean's 'Night Train' tour
AttendanceSold-out crowd; event was presented by PruittHealth

The Event and Lineup

The Live Between the Hedges Concert took place on April 25, 2026, at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia. The concert featured Georgia natives Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan as co-headliners, joined by award-winning artists Zach Top and Lauren Alaina. Lauren Alaina opened the concert, performing 'Thicc As Thieves' and other songs. The event was presented by PruittHealth and represented a significant return of major live music to the historic stadium.

Historic Significance

This was the first live music performance at Sanford Stadium in 13 years and only the second concert ever held at the venue in its nearly 100-year history. Bryan and Aldean had previously performed there in 2013 as part of Aldean's 'Night Train' tour, which was the only concert previously held at the stadium. The event was organized through a partnership between Georgia Athletics, Dugas-Jackson Consulting, and Does Entertainment.

Notable Performances and Moments

Co-headliners Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan opened their set with 'My Kinda Party' by Aldean. During her performance, Lauren Alaina paid tribute to her father by performing 'Little Things,' speaking emotionally about his unexpected death in July 2024. As the concert concluded, Kirby Smart, UGA's football coach, was brought on stage to call the Dawgs and request 'She's Country' by Aldean. The two headliners finished the concert performing side by side.

Attendance and Fan Response

The concert was sold out, with fans traveling from across the region to attend. Fans with pit tickets arrived hours early hoping to secure front-row positions. Attendees expressed enthusiasm about seeing their favorite artists perform in the historic stadium, with many hoping the event would lead to future concerts at the venue.

Sources

  1. Live Between the Hedges brings live music back to Sanford Stadium (redandblack.com)
  2. Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan team up for rare concert at UGA’s Sanford Stadium (ajc.com)
  3. Going to Live Between the Hedges? What to know about parking, tickets (onlineathens.com)