Alan Jackson Bids Farewell With Emotional Final Concert Performance

WHO:

CBS News - Thomas Rhett performed "Small Town Southern Man" at the concert.

CBS News - Miranda Lambert performed "Dallas" during the farewell concert.

CBS News - Lainey Wilson performed "Tall, Tall Trees" at the event.

CBS News - Luke Combs covered "Hard Hat and a Hammer" during the concert.

CBS News - George Strait joined Jackson for the songs "Designated Drink" and "Murder on Music Row."

CBS News - Carrie Underwood revealed that Alan Jackson was her first concert in 1994 at the Tulsa State Fair.

CBS News - Other guest performers included Luke Bryan, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Little Big Town, Jake Owen, Jon Pardi, Lee Ann Womack, and members of Jackson's family: Adam Wright, Big City Brian Wright, and Carlisle Wright.

Rolling Stone Music - Alan Jackson, a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, performed at his farewell concert.

WHAT:

CBS News - Jackson's final concert included a total of 24 songs in his setlist.

CBS News - Jackson's performance was delayed until after 9:35 p.m. due to a storm.

Billboard - Alan Jackson's final concert setlist included 24 songs.

Billboard - The concert was held on June 27, 2026.

Pro Football Network - Taylor Swift's virtual tribute to Alan Jackson during the concert received mixed reactions, including boos and cheers.

CBS News - Jackson's final concert featured a two-part format, with the first two hours consisting of covers performed by various artists.

CBS News - Jackson performed "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)," which was written and recorded following the September 11 terror attacks.

CBS News - Jackson released a country cover of Orleans' "Still the One" two days before his final concert.

CBS News - The concert was titled "Last Call: One More for the Road — The Finale."

CBS News - Jackson sold over 60 million records throughout his career.

CBS News - One dollar from every ticket sold was donated to the CMT Research Foundation for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease research.

CBS News - Jackson performed his hits including "Gone Country," "I Don't Even Know Your Name," "Livin' on Love," "Summertime Blues," and "Midnight in Montgomery."

CBS News - Fireworks were launched into the sky during the performance of "Chattahoochee."

Rolling Stone Music - Alan Jackson officially retired from touring during an all-star show.

Drudge Report - The concert featured Jackson's final performance of his hit song "Chattahoochee."

WHERE:

Rolling Stone Music - The farewell concert took place in Nashville.

WHEN:

Drudge Report - The concert marked the end of Jackson's touring career.

WHY:

CBS News - Jackson's retirement from touring was influenced by his diagnosis of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, which affects his balance.

Rolling Stone Music - The retirement from touring was a significant milestone in Jackson's career as a country music legend.

HOW:

CBS News - Jackson's performance featured a two-part format, with the first half consisting of covers performed by various artists who shared personal stories about him.

CBS News - Jackson's performance was delayed until after 9:35 p.m. due to a storm.

CBS News - Jackson's performance was delayed by about an hour due to a storm.

CBS News - The concert featured a two-part format, with the first half consisting of covers performed by various artists who shared personal stories about Jackson.

Drudge Report - The farewell concert was described as a "triumphant finale" showcasing Jackson's contributions to country music.

(UPDATED June 29, 2026 04:16 UTC)

In a heartfelt farewell concert, Jackson performed his final show, featuring a total of 24 songs, after a delay caused by a storm. The event included memorable performances from artists like Thomas Rhett, who sang "Small Town Southern Man," and Miranda Lambert, who delivered "Dallas," along with Luke Combs covering "Hard Hat and a Hammer." Jackson's retirement from touring comes as he faces challenges from Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, which affects his balance, but the concert celebrated his legacy with a two-part format that highlighted personal stories from fellow artists.

(UPDATED June 28, 2026 23:15 UTC)

Alan Jackson's final concert featured an impressive setlist of 24 songs, although his performance was delayed until after 9:35 p.m. because of a storm. During the concert, Taylor Swift paid virtual tribute to Jackson, which elicited mixed reactions from the audience, including both boos and cheers. This memorable event showcased the enduring legacy of Jackson's music and the impact he has had on fans and fellow artists alike.

(UPDATED June 28, 2026 21:15 UTC)

In a heartfelt tribute, Carrie Underwood shared that her first concert was Alan Jackson's performance at the Tulsa State Fair back in 1994. Jackson's final concert showcased a two-part format, featuring covers by various artists for the first two hours, and he delivered a poignant rendition of his hit "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)." The event, which included guest performances from stars like Luke Bryan and Little Big Town, was delayed by about an hour due to a storm, and just two days prior, Jackson released a country cover of Orleans' "Still the One."

(UPDATED June 28, 2026 19:18 UTC)

In a spectacular farewell concert titled "Last Call: One More for the Road — The Finale," country music icon Alan Jackson celebrated his illustrious career, during which he sold over 60 million records. The event featured a two-part format, with the first half showcasing covers by various artists who shared personal stories about Jackson, while he performed beloved hits like "Gone Country," "I Don't Even Know Your Name," and "Chattahoochee," which included a dazzling fireworks display. Additionally, one dollar from every ticket sold was donated to the CMT Research Foundation to support research for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

(UPDATED June 28, 2026 15:18 UTC)

Alan Jackson, a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, officially retired from touring during a farewell concert in Nashville that celebrated his remarkable career. The all-star show featured his final performance of the hit song "Chattahoochee," marking a significant milestone in the life of this country music legend. Described as a "triumphant finale," the concert showcased Jackson's lasting contributions to the genre.