George Strait's sold out show and 4 Texas flood relief concerts
George Strait performs part of his Cowboy Rides Away Tour at SAP Center on January 30, 2014 in San Jose, California. (Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images)
From George Strait to Miranda Lambert and Robert Earl Keen, some of Texas' most iconic music venues are hosting a wave of benefit concerts to support victims of the catastrophic Fourth of July flooding. With more than 130 lives lost and dozens still missing, the Texas music community is stepping up to raise money for relief efforts, turning stages into lifelines for Kerr County and beyond. Here are some lineups coming to you:
Flood damage inside Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall. (Courtesy of Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall)
Dance Hall to Dance Hall
In a show of solidarity between two iconic Texas dance halls, Gruene Hall will host an all-day live music benefit on Sunday, July 20, to raise funds for Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall in Kerr County.
Crider's, which turned 100 this year, suffered major damage during the Hill Country floods. The hall has been a summertime staple for generations, known for its open-air dances, Saturday night rodeos and gatherings beneath the oaks along the Guadalupe River.
Exterior of Gruene Hall. (Peter Scamardo/MySA)
Dubbed "Dance Hall to Dance Hall," the event will feature a lineup of Texas artists performing throughout the day, including South Austin Moonlighters, Oscar Ornelas and Ben McPeak. Admission is free, and 100% of proceeds from alcohol and apparel sales will go toward Crider's recovery efforts.
Find it: 1281 Gruene Road, New Braunfels, TX 78130
George Strait performs onstage during The 58th Annual CMA Awards at Bridgestone Arena on November 20, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
Strait to the Heart
The "King of Country" George Strait is lending his star power to the recovery. On July 27, Strait will headline "Strait to the Heart," a benefit dinner and concert in Boerne aimed at raising direct support for flood victims and honoring first responders.
The private event, set at Estancia at Thunder Valley, will feature performances by Strait and the Ace in the Hole Band, plus guests like William Beckman, Ray Benson, Wade Bowen, Jamey Johnson, and others. It was limited to 1,000 guests and tickets sold out on Tuesday, July 15. Proceeds will go to the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund, which is coordinating donations and distribution.
Lyle Lovett performs onstage during "Austin City Limits Celebrates 50 Years: A Special Anniversary Taping" of the long-running music series "Austin City Limits" at ACL Live on November 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Rick Kern/Getty Images)
Together for Texas
A night of smiles, music and unity is set for San Antonio. The benefit concert, "Together for Texas" will take place on August 18 at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts to support families devastated by the Fourth of July floods across Kerr County and the Texas Hill Country.
The event will be hosted by Texas comedian Steve Treviño and presented in partnership with the Kerrville Folk Festival and Arcadia Live Theater. It features a notable lineup led by Lyle Lovett, Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Los Lonely Boys, Reckless Kelly, John Baumann and Bri Bagwell.
Gabriel Iglesias attends Friday night Smackdown at T-Mobile Arena on April 18, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (WWE/WWE via Getty Images)
"Together for Texas is more than a concert, it's a call to stand with our Hill Country neighbors as they begin the long road to recovery," Michael Fresher, president and CEO of the Tobin Center, said in a news release. "We're proud to partner with organizations and artists across the region to turn compassion into meaningful action."
All net proceeds will go to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, providing both immediate aid and long-term support for hard-hit communities like Kerrville, Hunt, Ingram, and Center Point. Ticket are on sale now and start at $75, with a $35 simulcast option available on the Tobin Center's Riverwalk Plaza.
Find it: 100 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, TX 78205
Robert Earl Keen performs during the Lights, Camera, Christmas! tour at the Ryman Auditorium on December 12, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Applause for the Cause
Texas country music legend Robert Earl Keen is teaming up with Buc-ee's to host a star-studded benefit concert for victims of the devastating Fourth of July floods. The "Applause for the Cause" show will take place on August 28 at the Whitewater Amphitheater in New Braunfels.
The lineup features Texas favorites such as Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, Jack Ingram, Randy Rogers, Josh Abbott, Aaron Watson and others, along with acclaimed artists like Ray Wylie Hubbard, Tyler Childers and Ryan Bingham.
Tickets go on sale at noon on Friday, July 18, with general admission priced at $99 and reserved seating at $200. All proceeds benefit the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. Buyers can also purchase tickets to sponsor local first responders' attendance, even if they don't attend themselves.
Keen, who has deep ties to the region, said the lineup promises music from mid-afternoon into the night and urged ongoing support for flood recovery efforts following the tragic loss of lives, including at Camp Mystic in Hunt.
Find it: 11860 FM 306 Suite 1, New Braunfels, TX 78132
