Tim McGraw Announces Syracuse Amphitheater, Two Upstate NY Concerts
Country music icon Tim McGraw is set to embark on his 2026 tour, with key performances scheduled in Upstate New York. Notably, he will take the stage at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Concert Details
The show is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m., featuring special guest 49 Winchester as the opening act. Ticket sales will commence on Friday, February 6, at 10 a.m. Fans can secure their tickets through Ticketmaster. Additionally, a presale option will be available for McGrawONE fan club members starting Wednesday. Tickets will also be accessible via Vivid Seats, StubHub, and SeatGeek, with prices varying based on platform and availability.
Additional Tour Stops
McGraw’s “The Pawn Shop Guitar Tour” includes stops at two other notable venues in Upstate New York:
- Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on July 9, 2026
- Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on July 25, 2026
This tour is inspired by his upcoming single, “Pawn Shop Guitar,” which will be released next month. McGraw expressed his excitement about returning to the road this summer.
About Tim McGraw
Tim McGraw is a Grammy-winning artist celebrated for hits such as:
- “It’s Your Love” (feat. Faith Hill)
- “Live Like You Were Dying”
- “My Little Girl”
- “Last Dollar (Fly Away)”
- “Southern Voice”
- “Truck Yeah”
- “Better Than I Used to Be”
- “Highway Don’t Care” (feat. Taylor Swift)
- “Over and Over” (feat. Nelly)
- “I Like It, I Love It”
Beyond his musical career, McGraw and Hill have appeared in various films and television shows, including the acclaimed “Yellowstone” spinoff, “1883.” He last performed in Syracuse in 2022.
Empower FCU Amphitheater Concert Series
The Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater will host a total of nine concerts in 2026, featuring a diverse lineup:
| Date | Artist(s) |
|---|---|
| June 8 | Kid Cudi with M.I.A. and Big Boi |
| June 30 | Godsmack with Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy |
| July 10 | “Weird Al” Yankovic with Puddles Pity Party |
| July 25 | Toto with Christopher Cross and The Romantics |
| July 26 | Five Finger Death Punch with Cody Jinks |
| Aug. 1 | Ne-Yo and Akon |
| Aug. 26 | Pitbull with Lil Jon |
| Sept. 3 | Goo Goo Dolls with Neon Trees |
As a reminder, outside lawn chairs are not permitted due to Live Nation’s policy, which was enacted last year. However, a limited number of lawn chair rentals will be available for concertgoers.
For more information on Tim McGraw’s performances and ticket details, visit Filmogaz.com.
