The Longhorn City Limits is gearing up for another star-studded weekend with country legend Tanya Tucker set to headline the concert series this coming Saturday. The event, which dovetails with the Texas football game against the University of Louisiana Monroe, will muster fans on the LBJ Lawn at the University of Texas for an evening rich with classic country tunes and fresh whiskey, according to KXAN.
Tucker, whose six-decade career spans a multitude of hits, including "Delta Dawn" and "Texas (When I Die)," is fresh off her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2023. The free concert will commence with Tucker's performance at 5 p.m., precluded by an opening act from Austin's own Kathryn Legendre at 3:30 p.m., as reported by CBS Austin. Attendees 21 and over have the option to revel in a postgame silent disco and explore local delicacies and spirits at the Still Austin Music Lounge and Tito's Tailgate.
Chris Del Conte, Vice President and Athletics Director at UT, could scarcely contain his excitement about the event. “It’s so exciting welcoming country royalty Tanya Tucker to the Forty Acres and Longhorn City Limits," he said. His statement to KXAN emphasized the evening's blend of sport and song as a hallmark of Texas culture. The game kickoff will follow Tucker's performance at 7 p.m.
Fans looking for more than just a football game are in luck, as the event promises a variety of attractions. Apart from the live music, the Still Austin Music Lounge will invite guests to savor local whiskey flavors, while Tito’s Tailgate offers a place for fans to mingle before the game frenzy sets in. Meanwhile, food enthusiasts can bite into smoky delights served up by Pinkerton's BBQ at their first satellite location in Austin, per details shared by CBS Austin.
Longhorn City Limits, now in its sixth season, continues to mix it up, previously featuring acts like the country trio Midland and indie rockers from UT, West 22nd. Tanya Tucker's upcoming performance only adds to the series' reputation as a hub for both legendary and up-and-coming musical talents.
