What to know before you go to Luke Bryan's 2023 Farm Tour concert at Schnell Family Farms

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Concertgoers in Colfax are sure to be saying, “I Don’t Want This Night to End,” when country superstar Luke Bryan returns to Iowa on his Farm Tour Thursday evening.

The decorated musician who has nabbed CMT Music Awards to Billboard Music Awards over his career has captivated fans with songs like “Country Girl” and “Knockin’ Boots.” Bryan also stars on ABC’s “American Idol” as a judge alongside fellow musicians Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.

Where is Schnell Family Farms?

Bryan brings his show to family farms across the Midwest. He started playing farms in 2009 by granting 78 college scholarships to students from farming families to their local college or university near the tour stops. Over the years event sponsors have donated money, food and resources to the local communities, according to the Luke Bryan website.

The Colfax farm is located at 9061 N. 19th Ave. W. in Jasper County, just north of Interstate 80.

How much do tickets cost for Luke Bryan’s concert in Colfax?

Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in 2018 in Boone.
Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in 2018 in Boone.

Tickets start at $65 and are available to purchase on bigtickets.com or on Luke Bryan's website. Tickets will jump to $80 at the door.

How much does parking cost for the concert?

Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in 2018 in Boone.
Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in 2018 in Boone.

Parking passes are only sold with the purchase of tickets, which are available online. Parking will cost $20 day of.

What time is Luke Bryan's Farm Tour concert?

Concertgoers can park as early as 2 p.m. Early arrival is recommended due to the show’s rural location and potential for traffic. Entry begins at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m.

Can I bring a chair to the concert?

Yes. Chairs and blankets will be allowed in designated areas.

What can’t I bring to the concert?

No backpacks are allowed. Concertgoers cannot bring outside food or beverages except for a factory sealed bottle of water. No coolers or grills are allowed either. Visit bigtickets.com for a full list of what will be accepted.

Will there be food or drinks available for purchase?

Yes, including beer.

Has Luke Bryan performed in Iowa before?

Country recording artist Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in Boone in 2017.
Country recording artist Luke Bryan performs during his Farm Tour in Boone in 2017.

Iowans have gotten opportunities to see Luke Bryan quite a few times in recent years. Thursday’s show marks Bryan’s fifth Farm Tour appearance in Iowa since 2017. He also took over the Iowa State Fair Grandstand in 2019.

Who is opening for Luke Bryan on his 2023 Farm Tour?

Luke Bryan announced in June his special guest line up for the tour:

  • Country singer-songwriter Kameron Marlowe

  • "American Idol" alum Chayce Beckham

  • Country trio the Peach Pickers

  • DJ Rock

Paris Barraza covers entertainment, lifestyle and arts at the Des Moines Register. Reach her at PBarraza@registermedia.com or follow her on Twitter @ParisBarraza.

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