Parker McCollum Teases Epic 2026 ACM Awards Performance, Drops New Tour Dates

Country music’s fast-rising hitmaker Parker McCollum electrified the Moody Center in Austin on May 2 when he opened the 2026 iHeartCountry Festival with a seven-song, guitar-driven set that mixed fresh chart-toppers like “What Kinda Man” with fan favorites “Handle on You” and “Pretty Heart.” The Texas native paused mid-show to tell the sold-out crowd, “It’s good to be home,” underscoring his Lone Star roots and cementing the festival’s high-energy kickoff. The momentum continues this summer as the multi-Platinum singer launches an expanded 2026 Parker McCollum Tour. Newly announced arenas include Oklahoma City’s Paycom Center on July 11 and Huntington’s Marshall Health Network Arena in West Virginia on August 8, with special guests Gabby Barrett and Kassi Ashton rotating in on select dates. Tickets are on sale now through official venue and artist channels, and early demand suggests multiple sell-outs. Fueling the buzz is McCollum’s latest single “Killin’ Me,” whose companion video—starring his wife, Hallie Ray—rocketed past a million views in its first week online. With its raw lyrics and arena-ready chorus, the track sets the tone for his forthcoming studio album, due later this year. Fans eager for merch can snag the limited-edition Gold Chain Cowboy tour bundle, while collectors should watch for a vinyl reissue of 2021’s breakout LP “Gold Chain Cowboy,” slated for August shipping. Between a high-profile festival opener, red-hot radio single and coast-to-coast tour, Parker McCollum’s 2026 is shaping up to be his biggest year yet—making now the perfect time to lock in tickets and stream his growing catalog before arenas fill and playlists overflow.