Dylan Gossett's Headed Out Back Tour | December 11 & 12, 2026

Updated: Tuesday, 3 Nov 2026, 8:35AM

Multi-platinum Texas singer-songwriter Dylan Gossett is heading back to New Zealand this December with his The Headed Out Back Tour, and trust us, you’re gonna want tickets to this one.

After blowing up globally with his breakout hit Coal, Dylan has become one of the most talked-about rising names in country music, blending Red Dirt country, Americana and raw storytelling that hits us right in the feels.

Fresh off major festival appearances including Stagecoach Festival & Austin City Limits Music Festival, plus touring alongside Morgan Wallen and Noah Kahan, Dylan’s bringing his massive live show back down under for a run of Australian and New Zealand dates.

Kiwi fans, we’ve got two chances to catch him live this December, with shows in Auckland and North Canterbury.

Dylan Gossett New Zealand tour dates:

Friday, 11 December 2026
Auckland Town Hall, Auckland

Saturday, 12 December 2026
Waipara Winehouse, North Canterbury

Tickets on sale now! Full details at livenation.co.nz

As if the North Canterbury show wasn't already shaping up to be something special, a brand-new addition has been announced! Budweiser, Live Nation and Waipara Winehouse proudly present The New Horizon Stage, celebrating the next wave of country and Americana talent emerging from New Zealand.

Joining the lineup are three rising Kiwi artists: Steffany Beck, Benny Farrar and Tess Liautaud, who'll take to The New Horizon Stage throughout the day.

The full Waipara Winehouse lineup now includes:

Mainstage:

Dylan Gossett
The Jack Wharff Band
The Eastern
Katie Thompson

The New Horizon Stage:

Steffany Beck
Benny Farrar
Tess Liautaud

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If Sweet Lady, Coal, or To Be Free are already on your playlist… this is your sign to grab your tickets early!

Plus, enter here for your chance to score a double pass.

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