Friday, September 18, 2026 l 7:30 pm l Sandman Centre
A singer, composter, and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift of storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
Whether touring as a ‘duo’ or with his ‘acoustic group’ of his ‘large band’, Lovett’s live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep talents but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.
Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician.
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 10, 2026, at 10:00 am.
Sandman Centre
Sandman Centre is a City of Kamloops arena and event venue at 300 Lorne Street, beside Riverside Park and within walking distance of the downtown core. It is home to the Kamloops Blazers and serves as a major gathering place for hockey, other sporting events, concerts, conventions, trade shows, and community events.
The venue has seating for approximately 6,000 people, an 85-by-200-foot ice surface, and nearly 20,000 square feet of exhibition and event space. Its main floor can be converted from an ice rink to a dry-floor venue, allowing the facility to accommodate large concerts, exhibits, conferences, and other events. The building also includes dressing rooms, concessions, meeting and lounge spaces, and a public concourse that can be used for indoor walking when scheduled.
