Nashville, TN (February 18, 2026) — Acclaimed country artist Jeff Bates is proud to announce his participation in Ronnie McDowell’s Red, White & Blue Tour, kicking off this Thursday, February 19. Presented as a special patriotic concert experience, the tour celebrates America’s musical heritage in honor of the nation’s 250th birthday, while running alongside additional dates Bates will continue to perform throughout the year with his own band and full headline show.
Produced in partnership with longtime friend and collaborator McDowell, the tour also features special guest Paulette Carlson of Highway 101. The Red, White & Blue Tourblends classic country hits, patriotic tributes, and audience-favorite songs from each artist’s celebrated catalog.
“Ronnie and I started working together back in 2014 and became best friends onstage,” says Bates. “We love music, we love life, and we both love our country! 2026 is our nation’s 250th birthday, and music has been such a grand part of our history. I’m honored to be part of this show that honors our country in music and song.”
This special tour complements Bates’ ongoing solo performances and headline dates booked throughout 2026. Fans can expect the signature energy, storytelling, and hits Bates is known for at both his solo shows and the collaborative Red, White & Blue Tour events.
Bates’ newest release, Don’t Hold Me To It, marks his first full-length studio project in more than a decade. Released on Tall Grass Records, the album features a collection of personal, faith-driven country songs written and co-written by Bates, highlighting his signature blend of traditional country storytelling and emotional, real-life experiences that have resonated with fans throughout his career.
Additional information and updates are available at theredwhiteandbluetour.com and jeffbates.net.
Ronnie McDowell’s Red, White & Blue Tour Dates:
Feb 19 – Hogansville, GA – The Royal Theatre
Feb 20 – Brunswick, GA – The Ritz Theatre
Feb 21 – Thomasville, GA – Thomasville Center for the Arts
Feb 22 – Atmore, AL – The Strand Theatre – SOLD OUT
Feb 26 – Lufkin, TX – Pines Theatre
Feb 27 – Mineola, TX – Lake Country Playhouse
Feb 28 – Oak Grove, LA – The Fiske Theatre
Apr 9 – Jennings, LA – The Strand Theatre
Apr 10 – Covington, LA – Fuhrmann Auditorium
Apr 23 – Lawrenceburg, TN – The Crockett Theatre
Apr 24 – Athens, GA – The Morton Theatre
Apr 25 – Tallassee, AL – Mt. Vernon Performing Arts Center
May 14 – Pineville, KY – The Bell Theatre
May 15 – Shelby, NC – Don Gibson Theatre
May 16 – TBA
May 22 – Wytheville, VA – Millwald Theatre
May 23 – Danville, VA – Historic North Theatre
May 29 – TBA
May 30 – TBA
Jun 5 – Harriman, TN – The Princess Theatre
Jun 6 – TBA
Jun 12 – Jackson, MI – The Michigan Theatre
Jun 13 – TBA (w/o Ronnie)
Jun 14 – TBA
Jun 16 – Lubbock, TX – Cactus Theatre
Jun 18 – TBA
Jun 26 – TBA
Jun 27 – DeKalb, IL – Egyptian Theatre
Jun 28 – TBA
Jul 3 – Ocean Springs, MS – Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center
Jul 4 – Ellisville, MS – Jones College
Jul 10 – TBA
Jul 11 – TBA
Jul 24 – TBA
Jul 25 – Mt. Airy, NC – The Earle Theatre
Jul 26 – TBA
Jul 31 – Paragould, AR – Collins Theatre
Aug 1 – Paris, TN – Krider Performing Arts Center
Aug 6 – Shawnee, OK – The Ritz Theatre
Aug 7 – Enid, OK – Joan L. Allen Symphony Hall
Aug 8 – Oklahoma – City Coming
Aug 13 – Tybee Island, GA – Tybee Post Theater
Aug 14 – Augusta, GA – Imperial Theatre
Aug 15 – Lumberton, NC – Carolina Civic Center
About Jeff Bates
Signed to RCA Records in late 2002, Jeff Bates released his debut album, Rainbow Man, in May 2003. A second album, Leave The Light On, was released in 2005 on RCA. The album was followed by Jeff Bates in 2008 on the independent Black River Entertainment. Bates’ two RCA albums accounted for seven chart singles on the Billboard country charts, of which three reached the Top 40: “The Love Song,” “I Wanna Make You Cry” and “Long, Slow Kisses.” Bates has been active in his works of compassion, collecting for organizations such as Toys for Tots and others. In 2005, a concert in Hattiesburg, Mississippi raised $25,000 for Hurricane Katrina relief in his home area.
For more information, visit jeffbates.net.
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