Country music superstar Jason Aldean is set to electrify Australian audiences in 2026 with the international leg of his Full Throttle World Tour. This marks Aldean’s first return to Australia since his 2016 tour, which included a historic sell-out performance at CMC Rocks QLD Country Music Festival .
The 2026 tour will commence on February 19 in Auckland, New Zealand, before heading to Australia for six headline shows in major cities, including Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.
In Melbourne, he’ll be at Rod Laver Arena on 25 February.
Additionally, Aldean will headline the inaugural Sunburnt Country music experience, with performances scheduled in Toowoomba, Hunter Valley, and Canberra. Joining him on this leg of the tour are rising stars Corey Kent, who will appear at all shows, and Australian country artist Brad Cox, who will join the Sunburnt Country dates .
Aldean is known for blending traditional country with rock and hip-hop influences. He began performing at local venues in his teens and signed with Broken Bow Records in 2005, releasing his self-titled debut album featuring the hit “Hicktown.” Over his career, Aldean has released multiple platinum-certified albums, including My Kinda Party and Night Train, and has had numerous chart-topping singles like “Dirt Road Anthem” and “Burnin’ It Down.”
Aldean has received several accolades, notably the Academy of Country Music’s Entertainer of the Year award in 2016.
Tickets for the Australian shows will be available starting Wednesday, July 2, with an artist presale. Fans can expect a high-energy performance featuring Aldean’s signature hits and new material from his latest album. This tour promises to be a memorable event for country music enthusiasts across Australia.
FULL THROTTLE 2026 Dates – New Zealand and Australia:
- Thu Feb 19 — Auckland, NZ— Spark Arena
- Sat Feb 21—Toowoomba, AU — Sunburnt Country
- Sun Feb 22 — Brisbane, AU— Brisbane Entertainment Centre
- Wed Feb 25— Melbourne, AU — Rod Laver Arena
- Thu Feb 26— Sydney, AU — Qudos Bank Arena
- Sat Feb 28— Hunter Valley, AU — Sunburnt Country
- Sun Mar 1— Canberra, AU — Sunburnt Country
