Hannah Harper’s journey on “American Idol” may be over, but her country music career is hitting a major new milestone. The breakout singer-songwriter has officially landed a coveted opening spot on an upcoming nationwide tour with former “American Idol” finalist Lauren Alaina, giving Harper the chance to perform in front of thousands of country music fans this fall. The exciting announcement comes as Harper continues building momentum after winning over Idol viewers with her emotional performances and signature country sound throughout the season.
Alaina Announces Headlining Fall Tour
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Alaina took to Instagram to announce she will be hitting the road this fall for her new headlining “The Stages Tour.”
In addition to the big news, Lauren announced that rising artists Shane Profitt, Ashley Kutcher, and “American Idol” Season 24 winner Hannah Harper would be joining her on the road for this tour.
The tour is named after her new album “Stages,” which is due out on August 28. The tour will spotlight each era of Alaina’s career. It will blend new music with the fan-favorite anthems that have helped define her rise from small-town dreamer to country powerhouse.
When talking about the tour and her new album, Lauren told Music Row, “This tour feels like my most personal yet. ‘Stages’ is all about the different chapters I’ve lived through: the highs, the heartbreaks, the growth, and finding joy in who I am today. Every stage of my life has shaped this music, and now I finally get to bring all of these songs to stages around the country and share them with the fans who’ve been with me through it all. I hope people leave these shows feeling seen, healed, and maybe even a little more hopeful.”
Hannah shared the big news on her Facebook page, captioning the tour dates with, “Two mommas, a bunch of babies, and a whole lotta miles ahead 😂🤍.”
‘The Stages Tour’ Dates
“The Stages Tour” kicks off on October 1 in Milwaukee. We will also see stops in Little Rock, Norfolk, Nashville, and more. The Nashville date will take place on November 12 at the Ryman Auditorium. Check out the full list of dates and stops here:
- October 1 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Pabst Theater *
- October 2 – Des Moines, Iowa – Hoyt Sherman Place *
- October 3 – Clear Lake, Iowa – Surf Ballroom *
- October 8 – Norfolk, Virginia – The NorVa ^
- October 9 – Charlotte, North Carolina – Coyote Joe’s ^
- October 10 – Jacksonville, Florida – FIVE ^
- October 15 – Springfield, Missouri – Gillioz Theatre >
- October 16 – Little Rock, Arkansas – The Hall >
- October 17 – Columbia, Missouri – The Blue Note >
- October 22 – Lexington, Kentucky – Manchester Music Hall >
- October 23 – Cleveland, Ohio – House of Blues Cleveland >
- November 5 – McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania – Roxian Theatre *
- November 6 – Troy, Ohio – Arbogast Performing Arts Center *
- November 7 – Jackson, Michigan – Potter Center *
- November 12 – Nashville, Tennessee – Ryman Auditorium >
For these dates, the one with an * will be with Shane Profitt. The dates with a ^ will be with Ashley Kutcher. The dates with a > will be with Hannah Harper.
Presale for tickets and VIP packages will start on Wednesday, May 27, at 10:00 a.m. local. For everyone else, tickets go on sale this Friday, May 29, at 10:00 a.m. local.
