Chris Stapleton in Tampa

About Chris Stapleton

His shows are quiet affairs where thousands of people seem to forget how to talk. He plays with a backing band but the focus never leaves his voice. The crowd hangs on every word like he might not come back for an encore. No banter, no showmanship—just a man and his guitar for two hours straight.

Known for Tennessee Whiskey, Traveller, Nobody, From A Room: Volume 1, Starting Over Again

Chris Stapleton + Tampa

Chris Stapleton played MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on May 10, 2024, with a 25-song set that included a 2-song encore. White Horse opened, and the set went deep -- Crosswind, Might as Well Get Stoned, Maggie's Song, and Whiskey and You all made the cut. Think I'm in Love With You earned a mid-set spot, and Midnight Train to Memphis brought the grit. The encore of Death Row into Outlaw State of Mind was an unexpected pairing that added some edge to the closing. Tennessee Whiskey preceded it, because some things are non-negotiable.

Chris Stapleton in Tampa News

• Chris Stapleton Concert Setlist: Discover the Average Song List Ticketmaster Blog · Feb 9, 2026
• Here's All The Pre-Sale Info You Need for Chris Stapleton's 2026 ‘All-American Road Show’ Tour Holler Country Music · Jan 15, 2026
• Chris Stapleton returning to Tampa with Lainey Wilson, Allen Stone Yahoo · Jan 9, 2026
• Chris Stapleton Drops 24 New All-American Road Show Tour Dates for 2026 Taste of Country · Jan 8, 2026
• Chris Stapleton Unveils 2026 Stadium Tour Dates Evrim Ağacı · Jan 8, 2026

Live Music in Tampa

Tampa's country scene sits somewhere between tourist-friendly and genuinely rooted. The city's live music infrastructure is solid—venues range from intimate rooms to amphitheaters—and there's a real audience for traditional country that doesn't need a pop crossover hook. Ybor City's historic music venues anchor a scene that respects songwriting and musicianship, which is exactly Stapleton's lane.

Tampa road trip to see Chris Stapleton?

Skip the strip and head to Hyde Park, Tampa's most livable neighborhood with tree-lined streets, independent shops, and genuine character. Stay nearby and eat at The Bricks of Hyde Park for elevated Southern cuisine in a refurbished historic building. Spend an afternoon at the Dali Museum in nearby St. Petersburg—it's legitimately world-class and a solid hour drive but worth it. Walk along Bayshore Boulevard at sunset before the show. The whole vibe is understated enough that Johnson will feel like the most exciting thing happening all weekend.