The Ford Center Has a Packed 2026: Here’s What’s Coming to Evansville

Big Shows, Monster Trucks, & More: Here’s What’s Coming to the Ford Center in 2026

If you’re looking for something fun to do in Evansville this year, the Ford Center has a pretty packed lineup. From concerts and monster trucks to bull riding and major sporting events, there’s a little bit of everything scheduled throughout 2026.

Here’s a look at some of the biggest events still coming to the Ford Center this year.

Bailey Zimmerman – Different Night Same Rodeo Tour

March 14

Country star Bailey Zimmerman is bringing his tour to Evansville for what should be a high-energy night for country fans.

Wizard of Oz on Ice

March 20

The classic story of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Lion, and the Scarecrow gets a unique twist with a live ice skating performance featuring elaborate costumes and choreography.

Hardy – Country! Country! Tour

March 28

Another huge night for country music fans as **Hardy** brings his tour to the Ford Center.

Phil Wickham – Song of the Saints Tour

April 15

Popular Christian music artist **Phil Wickham** will take the stage for a night of worship and music.

Monster Jam

April 25–26

One of the loudest and most popular family events of the year returns when Monster Jam brings massive 12,000-pound trucks like Grave Digger and Megalodon to the Ford Center for freestyle competitions and racing.

Professional Bull Riders – Challenger Series

May 30

If you like rodeo action, the Professional Bull Riders Challenger Series will bring some of the toughest riders in the sport to Evansville.

Weird Al” Yankovic – Bigger & Weirder Tour

June 16

Comedy music legend “Weird Al” Yankovic will perform some of his classic parody hits in what’s expected to be one of the most entertaining shows of the summer.Getty Images

Journey – Final Frontier Tour

June 17

One of the most legendary rock bands of all time, Journey, will stop in Evansville as part of their Final Frontier Tour, bringing classic hits like Don’t Stop Believin’ to the Ford Center stage.

Evansville Thunderbolts Hockey (Throughout the Season)

Local hockey fans can also catch multiple Evansville Thunderbolts home games at the Ford Center throughout the year, often featuring themed nights and family promotions.

Something for Everyone

From monster trucks and bull riding to major concerts and college basketball, the Ford Center continues to bring big events to Evansville throughout 2026. And if history is any indication, more shows will likely be announced as the year goes on, so there’s always something new to look forward to downtown.

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