Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Eric Clapton has officially announced the dates for the 2026 Crossroads Guitar Festival. The highly anticipated event will bring together some of the world's most accomplished guitar virtuosos for two full days of musical performances.

Festival Details and Location

Dates and Venue Confirmed

The two-night musical extravaganza is scheduled to take place on September 26-27, 2026. The destination for this year's shredding, solos, jams, and grooves will be the Moody Center in Austin, TX.

Lineup Highlights and Past Performances

The festival promises main stage performances and unique, once-in-a-lifetime collaborations across various musical genres. Confirmed artists joining Clapton include Trey Anastasio and Pete Townshend, alongside others like John Mayer.

A previous festival highlighted Clapton's set, which featured staples such as “Tears In Heaven,” “I Shot The Sheriff,” and an acoustic rendition of “Layla.” In a memorable moment, Clapton brought out surprise guest Stevie Wonder to close the set with “Crossroads.”

Ticket Information and On-Sale Dates

General Public Ticket Sales

Tickets for the general public will officially go on sale starting Friday, April 3, at 10 am local time. Purchases can be made through Ticketmaster.

Secondary Market Availability

For those looking to secure tickets immediately, they are currently available on trusted secondary market sites, including StubHub and Vivid Seats. It is recommended to use sites offering a 100% buyer guarantee to ensure safe transactions and timely ticket delivery.

Eric Clapton's Additional North American Tour Dates

In addition to the festival, the 81-year-old Clapton will be headlining six arena shows across North America. These solo tour dates are scheduled to run from September 6 through September 17.

Recent Studio Release

Fans can also explore Clapton's 22nd studio album, “Meanwhile,” which was released on October 4, 2024. Recommended tracks from the offering include the cover of “Moon River,” the jaunty “One Woman,” and the fiery “Stand and Deliver.”