Country singer Riley Green will be the first artist to perform at Cincinnati’s new Farmer Music Center, headlining an outdoor concert on June 24, 2027. Tickets for the show go on sale Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m.
Riley Green Headlines at Farmer Music Center
Country singer Riley Green will perform at the newly constructed Farmer Music Center on June 24, 2027, as part of his That’s Just Me Tour. Green will be joined by supporting acts Muscadine Bloodline, Jake Worthington, and Hannah McFarland, according to a venue announcement. The concert marks the first artist announced to perform at the $160 million outdoor amphitheater, which is currently under construction next to the existing Riverbend Music Center. Tickets become available to the general public on Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. Fans looking to secure early access can use the pre-sale code “RILEYGREEN” beginning Thursday, Nov. 5, at 10 a.m. through farmermusiccenter.com.
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A $160 Million Addition to Cincinnati’s Live Music Scene
Colloquially referred to as “Riverbend 2.0,” the project is spearheaded by Music and Event Management Inc. (MEMI). The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and MEMI announced that the venue’s official name honors a $60 million gift from the Farmer Family Foundation, which represents the largest philanthropic commitment to the arts in recent Cincinnati history. The three-story outdoor facility is designed by local firm GBBN and built by Messer. It will accommodate up to 20,000 concertgoers, split between 8,000 reserved seats and a 12,000-capacity general admission synthetic lawn. MEMI projects the venue will generate $82 million in annual economic impact while creating hundreds of local jobs.
Venue Design and Modern Amenities
The Farmer Music Center utilizes a vertical design built into a hill next to the 42-year-old Riverbend Music Center. The structure features a concrete stadium bowl on all three levels, topped by a metal roof canopy over the reserved seating sections. Concertgoers will have access to 25 full-service bars and concession stands spread throughout the grounds, alongside grab-and-go kiosks. The facility also houses box suites and four distinct clubs, including two air-conditioned spaces and the Center Stage Club, which holds up to 1,000 people. MEMI confirmed that the original Riverbend Music Center will remain operational and will not be demolished, as it may be used for other shows or music festivals.
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