Baton Rouge Concerts 2026: Death Valley Live Announced

BATON ROUGE, La. (KMDL-FM) - You may recall a week ago we reported that Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge would be hosting two major concerts in 2026 after the Metro Council approved a plan to provide tax rebates to promoters and artists. Now we have a name for that series of concerts.

Death Valley Live: What to Expect in 2026

LSU Athletics, in partnership with the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, the Greater Baton Rouge Economic Partnership and Visit Baton Rouge have announced this series of live music and special events at Tiger Stadium will be called Death Valley Live.

Starting next week, at least one marquee event will be revealed, with more announcements coming in early 2026.

“We are very excited to open our doors to Tiger Stadium for a world-class entertainment experience,” said Verge Ausberry, LSU’s Director of Athletics. “There is no place like Death Valley and these special events will without question foster community engagement, cultural celebration and economic growth around our city and for our state.”

Tiger Stadium’s Transition from Football to Concerts

As we all know, for a few Saturdays in the fall, Tiger Stadium is one of the most electric college football venues in the country. Starting in 2026, Death Valley Live will take those unforgettable moments beyond the playing field with live concerts, marquee events and more.

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Partnering Organizations Behind the Series

“Tiger Stadium has always been a symbol of passion and pride for Louisiana,” said Chris Meyer, President and CEO of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation. “Death Valley Live will only take that to another level, creating lasting memories that unite our community and fuel the continued growth of Baton Rouge. We couldn’t be more excited.”

Rumored Musical Acts and Future Announcements

We've already heard rumblings of which musical acts may be coming to Death Valley Live, and if these rumors hold true, these events will be packed with lots of happy fans.