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Blackberry Smoke bringing Rattle, Ramble and Roll tour 2026 to Champaign

Blackberry Smoke bringing Rattle, Ramble and Roll tour 2026 to Champaign

The band has achieved widespread acclaim and chart success, with their last six studio albums landing high on Billboard charts. Photo: Contributed/https://thevirginia.org


CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Southern rock powerhouse Blackberry Smoke will bring their Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2026 to the Virginia Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2026, for a 7 p.m. performance, venue officials announced.

Reserved seating ranges from $39.50 to $79.50, with an additional per-ticket fee of $5–$9. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m.

Fans eager to secure seats early can take advantage of a special pre-sale beginning Thursday, Nov. 20 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., using the password RATTLE.

Blackberry Smoke has spent more than 20 years cultivating a devoted following, fueled by their blend of Southern rock, country, and blues. The band has achieved widespread acclaim and chart success, with their last six studio albums landing high on Billboard charts. Their 2021 release, You Hear Georgia, hit No. 1 on the Americana/Folk Albums chart, while 2024’s Be Right Here reached the Top 5 on the Top Current Album Sales chart.

Known for their relentless touring, Blackberry Smoke has built a tight-knit community of fans—nicknamed the “Brothers and Sisters”— many of whom travel across the country to see the band perform. Their resume includes appearances at major festivals and venues worldwide, such as Austin City Limits, Bonnaroo, Summerfest, Glastonbury, and Download UK.

For more information, visit the Virginia Theatre’s ticketing page.

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