FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Country artist Hunter Hayes will perform a free concert at Fort Campbell, presented by MWR and Air Force Reserve Tour for the Troops.
The concert is set for Friday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. on the Division Parade Field.
The entire community is welcome to attend. Non-Military ID card holders will need to enter post through Gates 4 or 7. Be prepared with your vehicle registration, proof of insurance and a valid photo ID for each person in the vehicle age 16 and over. All vehicles entering post are subject to be searched. Children age 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
A free kids zone of bounce houses will be available for play during the concert. No pets, glass, coolers, outside food or beverages allowed at the event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. You must be age 21 or older to purchase and consume alcohol.
The free concert will begin with the USO Show Troupe singing the National Anthem. Then, comedian Jody Fuller from “GIs of Comedy” will take the stage and country musician Clayton Quisenberry will open for Hayes.15
Hayes and his team have a history of working with military-connected organizations such as the USO to perform shows for military families. However, this is the first time Hayes has visited Fort Campbell.
“I am so excited about [this concert],” Hayes said. “It is easily one of the most anticipated shows we have this summer. I’m honored and grateful to have this opportunity. I appreciate the invitation. I will try to make everyone proud and give them some memories and the night they deserve to relax, have fun and enjoy.”
The Tour for the Troops is a partnership with the Air Force Reserves and Fort Campbell Morale, Welfare and Recreation to bring Hayes to the installation, said Catherine Walker, MWR special events manager. Tour for the Troops last visited the installation six years ago with Kelly Clarkson.
For more information, visit MWR’s website.