Ella Langley Cary NC Concert 2026 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre Tickets & Guide

Ella Langley Cary, NC Concert 2026

• Ella Langley makes her Koka Booth Amphitheatre debut in Cary, NC on Friday, July 24, 2026 — her first-ever headline show in the Research Triangle.
• Gates open at 6:00 PM. Showtime is 7:00 PM. Outdoor venue on Symphony Lake — rain or shine, umbrellas are prohibited.
• Kaitlin Butts and Laci Kaye Booth open. ~1,500 free parking spaces available; arrive by 5:30 PM to secure a spot.
• Tickets start at $67 via Etix and the Koka Booth box office. VIP packages available up to $410.09.

Ella Langley Cary, NC Concert 2026

Ella Langley has never played Cary before. That changes on Friday, July 24, 2026, when The Dandelion Tour arrives at Koka Booth Amphitheatre for what will be her debut performance in the Research Triangle — and one of the most visually striking settings on the entire tour route. The venue sits on Symphony Lake inside a 14-acre grove of hardwoods and pines, and on a clear July evening with Langley performing against that backdrop, it is exactly the kind of show that sticks with a crowd long after the last note fades.

By July 24, The Dandelion Tour will be nearly three months deep into its run. The show arrives one day after the Pikeville, KY date and one day before North Charleston, SC — a three-night sprint through the South that tests both artist and audience. Cary sits at the geographic and demographic center of that run, drawing from across Wake, Durham, and Orange Counties, with Raleigh proper just minutes away. For country fans across the Triangle who haven’t had a major headlining Langley show in the immediate market, this is the date that matters.

Kaitlin Butts and Laci Kaye Booth return as openers for the third consecutive night, following Pikeville on July 23. Both artists are confirmed via AXS, SeatGeek, and the Koka Booth Amphitheatre official website.

⚠ Outdoor Venue — Rain or Shine: Koka Booth Amphitheatre is fully outdoor with no covered seating. Umbrellas of any size are prohibited during performances. Bring a poncho or raincoat if the July 24 forecast shows rain. The event will not be cancelled or postponed for weather.

Event	Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour
Date	Friday, July 24, 2026
Gates Open	6:00 PM ET
Showtime	7:00 PM ET
Venue	Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Address	8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518
Phone	(919) 462-2025
Capacity	7,000 (lawn + Crescent deck)
Venue Type	Outdoor amphitheater — NO covered seating
Openers	Kaitlin Butts, Laci Kaye Booth
Parking	~1,500 free spaces (first-come, first-served)
Payment	Cashless — card + mobile pay only
Box Office Hours	10:00 AM – approx. 8:30 PM on event day

Ella Langley Cary Tickets — Prices, VIP & Where to Buy

Ella Langley Koka Booth Amphitheatre tickets are available through Etix — the venue’s official ticketing partner — and via SeatGeek. This is Langley’s debut Cary performance, and the ticket pricing reflects the outdoor amphitheater format with a noticeably wider VIP range than other Dandelion Tour stops. General admission starts at $67, while the top VIP tier reaches $410.09 per the official event listing on the Koka Booth website.

Option	Starting Price	Details
General Admission (Lawn)	$67.00	Lawn GA standing — bring a low-profile chair
Reserved / Crescent Deck	$82.00–$122.50	Assigned seating on the Crescent deck
Preferred Floor	$102.50+	Closest to the stage
VIP Package (Dandelion Lounge)	Up to $410.09	Premium access, early entry, exclusive amenities

The Dandelion Lounge VIP package includes a dedicated entrance separate from the general public gates, which opens before the standard 6:00 PM door time. If you are purchasing VIP, confirm entry time directly with the venue box office at (919) 462-2025 before arrival.

The venue box office opens at 10:00 AM on event day and remains open through approximately 8:30 PM. Koka Booth is a cashless venue — all ticket purchases, concessions, and merchandise require a credit or debit card, or mobile payment via Apple Pay or Google Pay.

True Cost Breakdown

Item	Cost
Estimated GA Total (with preferred parking)	~$104–$115

Also available on SeatGeek. Always purchase from verified sellers to avoid invalid tickets.

Opening Acts: Kaitlin Butts & Laci Kaye Booth

The July 24 Cary date shares the same support bill as Pikeville the night before — both artists confirmed on consecutive nights across the back half of the summer run. If you plan to arrive at gates open at 6:00 PM, you will catch the full bill from the first song.

Kaitlin Butts

An Oklahoma-born singer-songwriter with a literary approach to country music, Kaitlin Butts draws from traditional country and Americana in equal measure. Her 2023 album ### what else can she do drew wide critical attention for its unflinching, character-driven writing. Her presence on the Dandelion Tour bill reflects a curatorial instinct from Langley’s team that values songcraft above chart profile.

Laci Kaye Booth

A Texas native who emerged from American Idol Season 17 as a top-five finalist, Laci Kaye Booth has since developed a genuine country artistry built around her warm, low-register vocal tone. She is one of the more compelling emerging voices currently working in the format. Her set at Koka Booth — a venue with a long history of strong acoustic performances — should carry particularly well against the lake backdrop.

Expect the opening acts to take the stage in the 7:00–8:30 PM window before Langley headlines. Arrival by 6:15–6:30 PM puts you in position to catch the full evening without rushing.

Venue Guide: Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary

Built in 2001 and designed by architect William Rawn Associates of Boston, Koka Booth Amphitheatre is a 7,000-capacity outdoor venue nestled among 14 acres of stately hardwoods and pines and situated directly beside Symphony Lake. The venue is owned by the Town of Cary and managed by Legends Global. National acts including Chris Stapleton, Billy Strings, Alison Krauss, Robert Plant, and Sheryl Crow have performed here, and the venue serves as the summer home for the NC Symphony Summerfest Series. For Langley, it is debut territory — and a genuinely distinctive room unlike any other on The Dandelion Tour route.

The stage faces Symphony Lake, which creates a natural acoustic environment that country artists have consistently praised. The venue features two main audience areas: the spacious general admission lawn behind the Crescent deck, and the Crescent deck itself — a series of terraced seating sections that arc around the stage. Koka Booth is also a Sensory Inclusive certified location, with KultureCity Sensory Bags available at the Guest Services Booth and designated Quiet Areas for guests who need a break from the crowd.

🌅 The Symphony Lake Sunset: For a 7:00 PM July show, the sun sets behind the audience — not behind the stage. This means the stage is lit naturally for the opening act without glare hitting the crowd. By 8:00–8:30 PM, the light drops fully and the show transitions into a pure nighttime production over the lake. It is one of the more atmospheric country concert settings in the Southeast.

Bag Policy

Koka Booth enforces a clear bag policy. Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12″ x 12″ x 9″ are permitted. Small non-clear clutch purses measuring 4.5″ x 6.5″ or smaller are also allowed. Medical and parenting bags are admitted with the accompanying person and subject to search. All guests pass through metal detector screening at entry. The venue encourages packing light or using the No Bag line at the main entrance for fastest entry.

Prohibited Items

Professional cameras with detachable lenses, drones, tablets, and recording devices are not permitted. Outside food, beverages, and alcohol are prohibited. Umbrellas of any size are not allowed during performances — bring a poncho. Smoking and vaping are restricted to the designated area near Gate 3 only; they are strictly prohibited in seating areas throughout the venue.

What You Can Bring

One factory-sealed plastic water bottle (up to 1 liter) per person is permitted, as is an empty reusable non-glass bottle — water filling stations are available inside. Low-profile lawn chairs (seat height under 9 inches, no footrests or canopies) are permitted on the lawn. Note that for this specific Ella Langley concert date, personal blankets are prohibited to maximize lawn capacity — this differs from the venue’s standard festival policy, where blankets are typically allowed.

Lawn vs. Crescent Deck: Which Should You Buy?

Koka Booth’s layout is intimate for a 7,000-capacity venue — the stage is wide and low, the sightlines forgiving across both zones. Understanding the difference helps you buy the right ticket for how you like to experience a show.

Section	Experience	Best For	Key Note
General Admission Lawn	Standing/lawn chair, open field behind the deck, pine trees on the perimeter	Budget-conscious fans, groups, fans who want freedom of movement	Low-profile chairs (9″ max) only. Arrive early — front-of-lawn spots fill 30–45 min after gates open
Crescent Deck (Reserved)	Assigned terraced seating arcing around the stage, closer sightlines	Fans who want a guaranteed view without blanket/chair logistics	Best overall mix of proximity and comfort; popular sections sell first
VIP / Dandelion Lounge	Premium area, early entry, dedicated amenities	Fans who want the full premium experience with crowd-free access	Early entry before standard 6:00 PM gates — confirm exact time with box office

The front third of the lawn is the strategic sweet spot for lawn ticket holders — it delivers proximity to the stage that rivals many reserved deck positions, and the natural pine canopy on the sides of the venue provides a softer acoustic environment than a hard-walled arena. Arrive at gates open (6:00 PM) and head directly to the lawn center front to claim that territory before it fills.

Parking, Transport & Getting to Koka Booth

Koka Booth Amphitheatre’s free parking is one of its genuine competitive advantages over peer venues. Approximately 1,500 spaces across venue-owned lots are available on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge. For a 7:00 PM Friday show in July, those free lots fill quickly — budget to arrive by 5:30 PM if you want a stress-free spot within easy walking distance of the gate.

Preferred and Premiere parking upgrades are available for advance purchase at approximately $25–$30. These sections are closer to the entrance and significantly reduce post-show exit time. For a Friday night show in a suburban Cary parking lot, that $25 is often the best ancillary spend of the evening.

Rideshare

A designated Uber, Lyft, and taxi drop-off and pickup zone is located near the venue entrance — follow posted signs upon arrival. For late arrivals or guests who prefer to skip the parking equation entirely, rideshare drop-off at Koka Booth is clean and well-organized compared to many amphitheater venues. The Regency Pkwy address (8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518) is accurate for rideshare apps.

Driving from the Triangle

From downtown Raleigh: Take I-40 West toward Cary, exit at Cary Towne Blvd (Exit 293), and follow Regency Pkwy south to the venue — approximately 20–25 minutes without traffic. From Durham: Take I-40 East, same exit. From Chapel Hill: Take US-15/501 North to I-40 East. Leave early — Regency Pkwy backs up for major summer shows.

Expected Setlist — Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary

By July 24, The Dandelion Tour will be well into its summer run and the setlist structure will be established and practiced. Langley’s Grand Ole Opry performance on February 24, 2026 — documented by Setlist.fm — confirmed the core order: “Hell At Night” as the energy-setting opener, “Country Boy’s Dream Girl” into “nicotine” as the high-tempo first sequence, and “you look like you love me” holding the encore position as the emotional finale. The full headlining set runs approximately 75–90 minutes. Based on documented 2026 performance data, the expected Cary set is as follows.

• “Country Boy’s Dream Girl”
• “nicotine”
• “paint the town blue”
• “Here for the Party” (Gretchen Wilson cover)
• “Never Met Anyone Like You”
• “Dandelion” (new album title track)
• “girl you’re taking home”
• “20-20”
• “you look like you love me” (feat. Riley Green)
• “Choosin’ Texas” (chart-topping single)
• “weren’t for the wind”

“Choosin’ Texas” — the single that simultaneously led the Billboard Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts in February 2026 — anchors the main set. “you look like you love me,” her CMA Single of the Year-winning duet with Riley Green, is the consistent encore closer across documented tour dates. Additional tracks like “cowboy friends” and deeper album cuts from Dandelion may rotate in as the summer run evolves. Setlists are subject to change at the artist’s discretion.

About Ella Langley

Ella Langley is a Hope Hull, Alabama-born singer-songwriter who broke into the mainstream with her 2024 debut album Hungover. Her collaboration with Riley Green on “you look like you love me” won Single of the Year at the 2025 CMA Awards, where she also received five additional nominations including Female Vocalist of the Year. Her sophomore album Dandelion, released April 10, 2026 on SAWGOD/Columbia Records and executive-produced alongside Miranda Lambert and Ben West, produced “Choosin’ Texas” — co-written with Lambert, Luke Dick, and Joybeth Taylor. That single made Langley the first female artist in history to simultaneously lead the Billboard Hot 100, Hot Country Songs, and Country Airplay charts. The Dandelion Tour is her first headlining arena run. The July 24 Koka Booth date marks her Cary debut.

FAQ — Ella Langley Cary, NC Show

Is Ella Langley coming to Cary, NC in 2026?

Yes. Ella Langley headlines Koka Booth Amphitheatre at 8003 Regency Pkwy in Cary on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM as part of The Dandelion Tour. This is her first-ever performance in Cary. Gates open at 6:00 PM.

Can I bring a lawn chair to Koka Booth Amphitheatre for the Ella Langley show?

Yes, on the lawn only — but chairs must be low-profile with the seat height no more than 9 inches off the ground. Chairs with footrests, canopies, or swinging mechanisms are not allowed. Chairs must be removed from their carrying bags before reaching the security checkpoint. The venue offers rentals if you don’t have a qualifying chair.

Is parking free at Koka Booth Amphitheatre?

Yes. General parking in venue-owned lots is free and first-come, first-served — approximately 1,500 spaces available. Preferred and Premiere parking upgrades are available for advance purchase at around $25–$30 for a closer spot and faster post-show exit. Arrive by 5:30 PM to secure a free space before the lots fill.

Are blankets allowed at the Ella Langley Cary concert?

No — for this specific concert date, personal blankets are prohibited to maximize lawn capacity. This differs from the venue’s standard policy at festivals and some other events. Low-profile lawn chairs are still permitted on the lawn.

Who is opening for Ella Langley at Koka Booth in Cary?

Kaitlin Butts and Laci Kaye Booth are the confirmed opening acts for the July 24 Cary date, per the Koka Booth Amphitheatre official website, AXS, and SeatGeek. Plan to arrive at gate open (6:00 PM) to catch the full bill from the first song.

Other Nearby Ella Langley Shows

The Cary date sits at the geographic center of a tight July run through the Southeast. These are the nearest Dandelion Tour stops surrounding the July 24 show.