NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — Country superstar Eric Church takes the stage tonight at the Wild West Arena, headlining the first of two nights of concerts during the Viaero Wireless Summer Jam at NEBRASKAland Days.
Church, a former CMA Entertainer of the Year, is stepping in as a last-minute replacement for Luke Bryan, who canceled due to illness. Opening acts include rising country artist Ashley Cooke and Nebraska’s own Bayker Blankenship.
The music continues Saturday night, June 28, with performances from Angie K, Cooper Alan, and headliner Bailey Zimmerman.
Gates open at 5 p.m. both nights, with opening acts scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
NEBRASKAland Days Executive Director Bob Lantis is encouraging concert goers to plan ahead and arrive early, as crowds of more than 10,000 people are expected each night.
“Beat the traffic, get here early,” Lantis said. “The last thing we want is for someone to miss a performance because they were stuck in a parking line. Give yourself time to get through the front gates.”
Lantis also reminded attendees that a clear bag policy is in place. Items such as pocket knives, firearms, or anything that could be considered a weapon are not allowed and will be confiscated at the gate.
NEBRASKAland Days runs through Saturday, June 28.