Luke Bryan Cancels Nebraskaland Days Performance Due to Illness - Eric Church Steps In

NORTH PLATTE, NE — NEBRASKAland DAYS, one of the Midwest's most celebrated summer festivals, announced today that Luke Bryan has cancelled his scheduled performance at the Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series due to illness. His friend Eric Church, joined by Joanna Cotten, is stepping in to headline the Friday night concert on June 27, 2025. 

Bryan shared the news directly to fans on social media noting, "I'm really sorry to say I won't be able to play this weekend's shows due to continued illness. I've been hoping to rally, but my voice is just not there yet. Huge thanks to my buddy Eric Church for stepping in last minute and of course, putting on a kick ass show like he always does. Sitting still is not what I do best so I can't wait to be back soon. - Love y'all, Luke" 

Church shared, "Festivals are part of the fabric of what made us who we are. Happy to fill in for Luke while he's on the mend. Not a lot of time to plan or get the whole crew together, so I'm bringing Jo and we're gonna do something unique and spontaneous." 

"We know fans were excited to see Luke Bryan, and we join them in wishing him a speedy recovery," said Bob Lantis, NEBRASKAland DAYS Executive Director. "We're incredibly fortunate to have a performer of Eric Church's caliber ready to take the stage. He's one of country music's most dynamic entertainers, and we're confident he'll deliver an unforgettable show." 

All tickets purchased for the original Luke Bryan show will be honored for Eric Church's performance. No exchanges are necessary. For those that would rather have a refund, NEBRASKALand Days will honor a refund request until 5pm CT on June 25. 

Church joins a powerhouse lineup for the Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series, including special guests Ashley Cooke and Bayker Blankenship. 

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