News Summary
Country artist Robert Earl Keen has revealed his 2025 holiday tour, ‘The Greatest Christmas On Earth,’ set to run from December 4 to December 21. The tour will kick off in Kerrville, Texas, and travel to various cities, offering a festive escape for families. With popular singalong tunes and a performance of his holiday anthem ‘Merry Christmas From The Family,’ Keen aims to create a joyful atmosphere where attendees can bond over music and shared experiences during the Christmas season.
Kerrville, Texas – Renowned country artist Robert Earl Keen has announced his 2025 holiday tour titled “The Greatest Christmas On Earth.” The tour is set to run from December 4 to December 21, 2025, and will become a cherished holiday tradition for families as it has for the past fifteen years. Keen’s concert is designed as a festive escape, encouraging families to “load up the kids” to experience a musical circus featuring themes such as lions, tigers, tight ropes, and clowns, all accompanied by his popular singalong tunes.
The concert will kick off on December 4 in Kerrville, Texas, at Arcadia Live Theatre, marking a heartfelt return to Keen’s hometown for the tour opener. Over the next few weeks, the tour will visit several cities, including Tyler, Texas; Oxford, Mississippi; Knoxville, Tennessee; Charlotte, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; and New Orleans, Louisiana, hopping between multiple venues, wrapping up in Houston, Texas.
One of the show’s highlights will include the performance of Keen’s holiday anthem “Merry Christmas From The Family,” a song embraced by many for its humorous and relatable take on family dynamics during the holiday season. This concert aims to create a supportive atmosphere where attendees can temporarily set aside personal challenges and immerse themselves in the joyful experience.
The performance lasts about 90 minutes, designed to be a refreshing break from the sometimes uncomfortable interactions typical of family gatherings during the holidays. Keen’s annual holiday concert has grown to be a unique alternative to conventional holiday events, encouraging a relaxed and enjoyable environment for attendees.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Following the opening in Kerrville, Texas, here are some key dates and locations for Robert Earl Keen’s 2025 holiday tour:
- December 6 in Tyler, TX at UT Tyler Cowan Center
- December 7 in Oxford, MS at The Lyric
- December 9 in Knoxville, TN at Tennessee Theatre
- December 10 in Charlottesville, VA at Jefferson Theater
- December 12 in Charlotte, NC at Carolina Theatre
- December 13 in Chattanooga, TN at Walker Theatre
- December 14 in Atlanta, GA at The Eastern
- December 16 in New Orleans, LA at House of Blues
- December 18 in Dallas, TX at House of Blues
- December 19 and 20 in Austin, TX at ACL Live at the Moody Theater
- December 21 in Houston, TX at House of Blues
Ticket presale for the tour will begin on October 8, 2025, at 10 am local time. General ticket sales will start on October 10, 2025, also at 10 am local time, giving eager fans the chance to secure their spots ahead of time.
A Holiday Tradition
Robert Earl Keen’s Christmas special has resonated with audiences, transforming into an ongoing favorite among holiday traditions. His songwriting often weaves together colorful characters and personal stories filled with warmth and humor, making each performance not just a concert, but a communal celebration.
Previous performers featured alongside Keen in past holiday shows have included notable artists like Elizabeth Cook, Waylon Payne, and Natalie Maines, adding to the dynamic of the concert experience.
Through his music, Keen aims to spread joy and comfort during the Christmas season, helping families bond over shared laughter and heartfelt tunes during a time when togetherness is especially meaningful.
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Additional Resources
- Antimusic: Robert Earl Keen Launching The Greatest Christmas On Earth Tour
- Texas Monthly: Robert Earl Keen’s Merry Christmas From The Family
- NBCDFW: Robert Earl Keen Flood Recovery Benefit Concert
- Wikipedia: Robert Earl Keen
- Google Search: Robert Earl Keen Christmas Tour 2025
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