Big news for country fans: Eric Church is officially heading back out on tour, and this one’s shaping up to be something special.

Country music lover or not, you definitely know of Eric Church or at least his music, such as this one:

Tied to his latest album Evangeline vs. the Machine, the Free the Machine Tour kicks off in fall 2025 and will roll straight into 2026. If you’ve ever seen Church live, you know he doesn’t just put on a concert; he creates an experience.

What Makes This Tour Different?

Eric has promised fans that this run will feel unlike anything he’s done before. Expect bigger production, surprise setlists, and even some unexpected touches like horns, choirs, and unique arrangements.

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Tour Dates You Don’t Want to Miss

The Free the Machine Tour is making stops all over the U.S., from Green Bay and Milwaukee this September to a long stretch of shows across the country in 2026. He’ll even double up in Washington, D.C. with back-to-back dates in January.

Some highlights include:

• Sept. 25, 2025 – Green Bay, WI (Resch Center)
• Oct. 11, 2025 – Cleveland, OH (Rocket Arena)
• Feb. 7, 2026 – St. Paul, MN (Grand Casino Arena)
• Feb. 13, 2026 – Buffalo, NY (KeyBank Center)

The full schedule stretches across dozens of cities.

Tickets & Presale Info

If you’re part of Church’s fan club, the Church Choir, you’ll get first dibs with presales starting September 29.

For everyone else, tickets go on sale October 3 at 10 a.m. local time. Some seats start as low as $34, though prime spots will sell out fast.

Eric’s bringing some killer openers along for the ride, including Marcus King Band, Ashley McBryde, Elle King, 49 Winchester, and more.

Tips Before You Go

1. Join the Church Choir if you want the best ticket access.
2. Plan ahead, because hotels and travel can book up quickly around arena shows.
3. Show up early to catch the openers (you might find your new favorite artist).