Hank Williams Jr. Announces April Concert in Louisiana

Lafayette, Louisiana (KNGT-FM) - We're all about our concerts here in Louisiana, and we just received news of another massive show coming to the Bayou State as Hank Williams Jr will be returning in April. We've got everything you need to know so you can see Bocephus in concert!

Here in the Bayou State, we are getting some tremendous country acts in 2026. Artists like Sammy Kershaw, Jon Pardi, Bailey Zimmerman, Tracy Lawrence, Cody Johnson, and many others.

READ MORE: Complete 2026 Louisiana Concert Schedule

About Hank Jr.

Hank Williams Jr. is one of the biggest names in country music. Now 76 years old, he has been performing for decades and continues to draw big crowds. He is also the son of country music legend Hank Williams.

Do you know why fans call Hank "Bocephus"? Hank Williams Jr. is nicknamed Bocephus because his father gave him the nickname when he was a kid. Reports say it came from a funny character on an old radio show. The name stuck, and fans still use it today as a sign of respect.

During his career, Hank Williams Jr. has had over 100 songs appear on the Billboard country charts. Ten of those songs reached No. 1. Some of his most popular hits include “Family Tradition,” “A Country Boy Can Survive,” and “All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight.”

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Hank Williams Jr. Coming To Lafayette in April 2026

Hank Williams Jr. will perform live at the Cajundome on Friday, April 17, 2026. The concert is presented by Live Nation. Joining him as the opening act will be the popular Western swing band Asleep at the Wheel.

Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday, January 23, at 10 a.m. You can buy tickets at the Cajundome Box Office or online at cajundome.com. Fans can also get early access through the Cajundome Insiders Presale, which starts Thursday, January 22, at 10 a.m. and is available online only.