{"id":229240,"date":"2026-04-13T03:00:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T03:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/229240\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T03:00:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T03:00:31","slug":"eric-church-brings-free-the-machine-tour-to-jacksonville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/229240\/","title":{"rendered":"Eric Church Brings &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; to Jacksonville"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Jacksonville%2C+FL&amp;city=Jacksonville&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Eric+Church+Brings+%27Free+The+Machine+Tour%27+to+Jacksonville&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Fjacksonville%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F10%2Feric-church-brings-free-the-machine-tour-to-jacksonville%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d8432931058.jpg\" alt=\"A striking black and white silhouette of an electric guitar, capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of a country music concert.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>Eric Church&#8217;s high-octane &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; brings the country superstar&#8217;s rebellious spirit to Jacksonville&#8217;s VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.Today in Jacksonville<\/p>\n<p>Country music icon Eric Church is bringing his highly anticipated &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; to Jacksonville&#8217;s VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on April 10, 2026. The concert will feature special guest performer Ashley McBryde, and tickets are currently available for purchase.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Eric Church is one of the biggest names in contemporary country music, known for his high-energy live shows and devoted fan base. His &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; is expected to be a major event for music lovers in the Jacksonville area, drawing thousands of attendees and generating significant economic activity for local businesses.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>Church&#8217;s &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; is in support of his latest album release, which explores themes of personal freedom and rejecting the constraints of modern life. The Jacksonville stop will feature a setlist spanning Church&#8217;s acclaimed discography, from early hits to his most recent chart-topping singles.<\/p>\n<p>        The concert is scheduled for April 10, 2026.Tickets for the show went on sale to the general public on March 15, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Eric Church<\/p>\n<p>A Grammy-nominated country music singer-songwriter known for his rebellious persona and energetic live performances.<\/p>\n<p>Ashley McBryde<\/p>\n<p>A rising country artist who will serve as the opening act for Church&#8217;s Jacksonville show.<\/p>\n<p>VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena<\/p>\n<p>A multi-purpose arena in Jacksonville, Florida that hosts major concerts and sporting events.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Jacksonville%2C+FL&amp;city=Jacksonville&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Eric+Church+Brings+%27Free+The+Machine+Tour%27+to+Jacksonville&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ffl%2Fjacksonville%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F10%2Feric-church-brings-free-the-machine-tour-to-jacksonville%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n                What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cEric Church always puts on an incredible show, and we&#8217;re thrilled to welcome him and Ashley McBryde to Jacksonville.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Mayor Lenny Curry, Mayor of Jacksonville<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cI can&#8217;t wait to get back on the road and play for my fans in Florida. It&#8217;s going to be an unforgettable night.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Eric Church<\/p>\n<p>                What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>Tickets for the April 10 concert at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena are on sale now through the venue&#8217;s website and authorized ticket retailers.<\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>Eric Church&#8217;s &#8216;Free The Machine Tour&#8217; stop in Jacksonville promises to be a must-see event for country music enthusiasts, showcasing the genre&#8217;s biggest stars and providing a boost to the local economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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