Mitchell Tenpenny Extends Speed of Light Tour Through Fall, Adds 21 New Dates

Mitchell Tenpenny has announced an extension of his headline Speed of Light Tour, adding 21 new shows that run from September 18 to November 21. The fall leg begins in Des Moines, Iowa, and ends in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, giving fans across the United States and Canada a chance to see the country‑pop star in a wider array of venues.

The announcement, released by Tenpenny’s management team, comes with a detailed schedule that lists every stop. Presales for the new dates start on Tuesday, July 14, and general ticket sales open on Friday, July 17, at 10 a.m. local time. The tour schedule includes stops in Ohio, Canada, Illinois, and other states, with dates such as July 24 in Elizabeth, Indiana, and November 21 in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. The full list of dates is available on the artist’s official website and ticketing partners.

The Speed of Light Tour is built around Tenpenny’s latest studio release, The 3rd, which the artist describes as his most authentic and adventurous album to date. The 3rd showcases his growth as a songwriter and performer, featuring tracks that blend traditional country storytelling with contemporary production. The album’s release has coincided with a surge in the artist’s streaming numbers, with over 2.5 billion global on‑demand streams reported across major platforms.

Tenpenny’s career has been marked by a series of chart‑topping singles and high‑profile touring partnerships. According to the press release, he has earned three No. 1 singles on country radio—“Drunk Me,” “Truth About You,” and “At The End Of A Bar”—and eight No. 1 positions on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 30 Countdown. His catalog also includes RIAA‑certified tracks such as the quadruple‑platinum “Drunk Me” and platinum “We Got History.” These achievements underscore the commercial momentum that the extended tour seeks to capitalize on.

Beyond his music, Tenpenny has built a reputation for philanthropy through the 10Penny Fund, a charitable initiative he launched in 2018 to honor his late father’s battle with cancer. The fund has raised more than $500,000 to support cancer patients and their families, offering programs that extend beyond traditional medical care. In 2024, the fund partnered with ACM Lifting Lives to provide emergency grants for music‑industry professionals affected by cancer, a collaboration that pledged $100,000 for ten $10,000 grants.

The fall leg of the Speed of Light Tour will see Tenpenny perform in a mix of arenas, amphitheaters, and casino venues. Highlights include a show at the Val Air Ballroom in Des Moines, a performance at the Country Calling Festival in Ocean City, Maryland, and a finale at the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom. The tour’s itinerary also features Canadian stops in Ontario, such as the Sauble Beach Party in Hepworth and Casino Rama Resort in Orillia.

Ticketing partners have confirmed that presale access will be available to fan club members and select credit‑card holders, while general sale tickets will be distributed through major outlets such as Ticketmaster and AXS. The artist’s management team has emphasized that the extended dates are a response to high demand and strong ticket sales during the tour’s earlier legs.

The Speed of Light Tour’s extension reflects Tenpenny’s continued growth as a touring artist. In addition to headline dates, he has shared the stage with country superstars such as Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Jordan Davis, and Chris Young. These collaborations have broadened his audience and reinforced his presence in the country music landscape.

In summary, Mitchell Tenpenny’s announcement of 21 new fall tour dates expands the reach of his Speed of Light Tour, offering fans across North America an opportunity to experience his latest material and live performances. Presales begin July 14, with general sales on July 17, and the tour will conclude on November 21 in Hampton Beach.