Gretchen Wilson and The Band Perry to get the party started with 2026 Round-Up & Happy Canyon Kick-Off Concert
By Terry Murry on Monday, March 9th, 2026 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories
PENDLETON – (News release from Round-Up and Happy Canyon) Country powerhouse Gretchen Wilson will be joined by chart-topping duo The Band Perry to launch the 116th Pendleton Round-Up and 110th Happy Canyon with the 2026 Round-Up & Happy Canyon Kick-Off Concert, presented by Blue Mountain Veterinary Clinic.
The high-energy show returns to the world-famous Happy Canyon Arena on Saturday, September 12. Tickets go on sale March 12.
Wilson, a GRAMMY® winner and multi-platinum artist, has racked up ACM, CMA, AMA and Billboard honors throughout her career. Her breakout smash “Redneck Woman” spent six weeks at No. 1, while her debut album Here for the Party sold more than five million copies and produced hits including the title track, “Homewrecker” and “When I Think About Cheatin’.”
More than 20 years into her career, Wilson continues to command the spotlight. She recently won FOX’s The Masked Singer, stunning audiences week after week with dynamic performances. She also served as tour manager and mentor on CBS’s The Road, executive produced by Taylor Sheridan and Blake Shelton and starring Keith Urban.
The Band Perry will arrive in Pendleton following a celebrated 2025 comeback that marked a bold new era for the award-winning group. Known for their DIAMOND-certified hit “If I Die Young,” the group has sold 2.5 million albums, 12 million singles and amassed more than one billion streams worldwide. With six No. 1 singles and multiple Platinum and Gold certifications, The Band Perry blends Appalachian edge, cinematic storytelling and arena-ready energy into an unforgettable live show.
“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Gretchen Wilson and The Band Perry to the Happy Canyon Arena as we celebrate the 116th Pendleton Round-Up and the 110th anniversary of Happy Canyon,” said Happy Canyon President Casey Hunt. “This milestone year deserved an electrifying lineup, and that’s exactly what we’re delivering. Gretchen brings that bold, high-octane country spirit, and The Band Perry’s chart-topping hits and dynamic stage presence will make this a night our fans won’t forget. It’s the perfect mix of tradition, energy, and celebration for two iconic Pendleton institutions.”
Round-Up President Pat Reay agreed. “This concert is going to be a great way to kick off Round-Up and Happy Canyon week,” said Reay. “We’re really excited for everyone to experience this show and let loose for a night of unforgettable fun.”
Tickets go on sale Thursday, March 12, at 10:00 a.m. at www.pendletonroundup.com or by calling 541-276-2553.
Photo above of Gretchen Wilson and below of The Band Perry via Round-Up and Happy Canyon
