GOLDEN NUGGET LAS VEGAS ANNOUNCES
2025 WRANGLER NFR CONCERT LINE-UP
WHAT: The Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Downtown Las Vegas is proud to unveil its entertainment lineup for the 2025 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR), taking place Thursday, December 4 – Saturday, December 13 at the Thomas & Mack Center. As one of the premier destinations during NFR week, the Golden Nugget will host live performances from legendary country artists throughout the event.
“For many years, Golden Nugget has been a proud sponsor hotel of the National Finals Rodeo.” Said Chris Latil, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Golden Nugget Las Vegas. “No NFR would be complete without premium nightly entertainment, and our headliners are the perfect complement to our visitors who love shopping and rodeo. We look forward to welcoming the fans back for our watch parties and concert series.”
Tickets are available via Ticketmaster. For the full entertainment schedule and to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.goldennugget.com/las-vegas/entertainment/wnfr-entertainment.
Dillon Carmichael – Thursday, December 4th – Born and raised in Burgin, Kentucky, the 6’4″ troubadour first rose to fame in 2018 on the strength of his critically acclaimed Riser House debut, the Dave Cobb-produced “Hell On An Angel,” which prompted NPR to praise his “deep holler” and the New York Times to declare that his voice moves “with the heft and certainty of a tractor-trailer.” Dates with everyone from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Trace Adkins to Dwight Yoakam and Justin Moore followed, as did festival appearances from Faster Horses to Tortuga and Artist to Watch nods from the likes of Billboard, Rolling Stone, Pandora, and more. Carmichael followed it up in 2021 with “Son Of A,” another neo-traditional gem that’s racked up more than 13 million streams across platforms (Carmichael’s catalog boasts more than 140 million streams collectively) and yielded similarly glowing reviews for its feel-good mix of wry humor and raw heart.
Mark Chesnutt – Friday, December 5th – Mark Chesnutt is one of Country’s true musical treasures. Critics have hailed him as a classic Country singer of the first order. Some of Country music’s most elite entertainers, from George Jones to George Straight, echo this sentiment. He has 14 #1 hits, 23 top 10 singles, four platinum albums, and five gold records to climb the charts one right after the other making him one of Billboard’s Ten Most-Played Radio Artists of the ‘90s. Mark’s singles were some of the decade’s most memorable; from the fun tempo “Bubba Shot The Jukebox” to the emotional ballad “I’ll Think Of Something.” Mark is easily identified for his string of hits including “Brother Jukebox,” Blame It On Texas,” Old Flames Have New Names,” “Old Country,” and “It Sure Is Monday.” Start your NFR concert series on December 6th with Mark Chesnutt in the Golden Nugget Showroom.
Sammy Kershaw – Saturday, December 6th – Country music legend Sammy Kershaw has sold over 5 million albums and nearly 100 million songs, earning three platinum and six gold records. Often called the “heir apparent” to George Jones, the GRAMMY-nominated artist helped define ’90s country with hits like “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful,” “Queen of My Doublewide Trailer,” and “Cadillac Style.” Raised in Louisiana and inspired by classic country greats, Kershaw’s traditional sound made him a fan favorite and critical standout. His debut and follow-up albums went multi-platinum, cementing his place in country music history. Kershaw continues to tour nationwide—both solo and with Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin on the Roots & Boots Tour—and is currently working on three new albums and a forthcoming autobiography.
Ray Wylie Hubbard – Sunday, December 7th – A favorite among outlaw country and Americana, Ray Wylie Hubbard is an Austin Music and Eric Church-inducted Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Famer and the go-to songwriter for Lucinda Williams, Pat Green and Waylon Jennings. Although never signing to a major label, Hubbard will stun the crowd on December 7 with his unique sound.
Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan – Monday, December 8th – Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan are currently delighting old and new fans across North America on their highly successful Grits and Glamour Tour. From the road to the red carpet, on center stage in the theater, or under the spotlight in a honkytonk, these two women are comfortable in their high heels. Veteran recording artists and performers, Pam and Lorrie grace the country format with style, flair, and undeniable talent that is captivating and timeless. Grits and Glamour’s Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis sparkle and shine with a down-home rootsy nature that hopefully inspires others to embrace the Grits and Glamour of their own lives.
Neal McCoy – Tuesday, December 9th – Neal McCoy has released fifteen studio albums on various labels and has released 34 singles to country radio. In 1993, Neal McCoy broke through with the back-to-back number 1 singles “No Doubt About It” and “Wink” from his platinum-certified album No Doubt About It. His commercial success continued into the late 1990s with two more platinum albums and a gold album, as well as six more Top Ten hits. A seventh Top Ten hit, the number 10 “Billy’s Got His Beer Goggles On,” came in 2005 from his self-released That’s Life.
Music of Your Life, a big band jazz and country amalgam with Les Brown, Jr. recorded for a public television special, appeared in 2011, with a new studio album, XII, finally arriving in 2012. In 2013 he released Pride: A Tribute to Charley Pride, Neal’s longtime friend and mentor. 2015 brought the Big Band Standards CD “You Don’t Know Me.” Neal has been on 15 USO Tours around the world and continues to say it’s one of the achievements he’s most proud of. He is also the recipient of multiple Humanitarian awards from The Academy of Country Music, The Country Radio Broadcasters, and The Masonic Grand Lodge. In 2016 Neal again made a move to continue his patriotic values by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance “Live” on his Facebook page every morning. He’s reached millions of viewers all over the country and around the world. Neal still maintains a very busy touring schedule all through the year.
Bellamy Brothers – Wednesday, December 10th and Thursday, December 11th – The brothers’ first official gig was in 1968, playing a free show with their father at the Rattlesnake Roundup in San Antonio, Florida. They honed their early skills playing Black clubs throughout the South, and singing backup for artists such as Percy Sledge, Eddie Floyd, and Little Anthony & The Imperials. Within a few months, the brothers moved north, immersing themselves in the Atlanta music scene and developing their signature rock-country sound, where the Allman Brothers were emerging as kings of the genre. You know them for hits like “Dancing Cowboys,” “Sugar Daddy,” “You Ain’t Just Whistling’ Dixie,” “Lovers Live Longer,” “Do You Love As Good As You Look,” “Redneck Girl,” “For All The Wrong Reasons,” “I Love Her Mind,” “I Need More Of You,” “Old Hippie,” “ Too Much Is Not Enough,” “Kids Of The Baby Boom,” “Reggae Cowboy” and Crazy From The Heart” — all of which have shaped the Bellamy Brothers’ musical legacy and filled their walls with platinum and gold.
Larry Fleet with support from The Kruse Brothers – Friday, December 12th – Tennessee-born troubadour Larry Fleet grew up on a stack of records spanning Merle Haggard, Otis Redding, Willie Nelson, and Marvin Gaye. A thoughtful songwriter with a knack for a one-liner, an ear for a sturdy hook, and a powerhouse voice that strikes like a match, Fleet was working blue-collar jobs to make ends meet long before landing his recording contract with Big Loud Records. Six years in, the devout family man is turning heads among fans and critics with albums full of soon-to-be-classics; 2021’s tribute to the music that raised him, Stack of Records, his aptly titled 2019 debut, Workin’ Hard, and his third effort, released in September of 2023 and consisting of 21 songs, Earned It. Saving Country Music puts it simply: “If you’re looking for the future of traditional country music, then look no further than…Larry Fleet.”
Phoenix-based duo The Kruse Brothers, Chandler and Miles Kruse, are transforming country music with their blend of diverse influences and musical styles. Originally rooted in classical music, the brothers bring a unique sound to the genre, infusing it with elements of blues and rock. Together, they craft a vibrant and dynamic sound that balances technical precision with heartfelt emotion. The Kruse Brothers’ innovative approach and rich musical backgrounds make them a standout act in the country music scene, merging tradition with fresh, exciting elements.
WHEN: Dillon Carmichael – Thursday, December 4
Mark Chestnutt – Friday, December 5
Sammy Kershaw – Saturday, December 6
Ray Wylie Hubbard – Sunday, December 7
Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan – Monday, December 8
Neal McCoy– Tuesday, December 9
Bellamy Brothers – Wednesday, December 10 & Thursday, December 11
Larry Fleet – Friday, December 12
WHERE: Golden Nugget Las Vegas
129 Fremont Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
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INFO: For additional information, please visit www.goldennugget.com/las-vegas/entertainment/wnfr-entertainment, or call (702) 385-7111.