From the Idol Stage to a Small-Town Night That Will Change Everything.” American Idol breakout John Foster is bringing his voice, his story, and his raw emotion to El Dorado—and fans are already calling it a can’t-miss moment. After capturing hearts on national television, Foster is stepping into a more intimate spotlight where every lyric will hit closer and every note will feel personal. This isn’t just another performance—it’s a homecoming of hope, pressure, and unfinished dreams colliding under one set of lights. When John Foster sings in El Dorado, it won’t be about fame… it will be about proving why the world believed in him.

EL DORADO — Fresh off his breakout run as the American Idol runner-up, John Foster is bringing his powerful voice and fan-favorite performances to First Financial Music Hall on Friday, February 13, 2026.

Doors open at 7 p.m. with the concert starting at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale to MAD Members Wednesday, January 7 at 10 a.m. and to the public Friday, January 9 at 10 a.m.

Tickets can be purchased at eldomad.com and at the MAD box office at 101 East Locust Street. Ticket prices range from $25- $60 plus additional service fees.

“We’re excited to kick off our first concert of 2026 inside First Financial Music Hall with John Foster,” said Joanna Benson, marketing manager at Murphy Arts District. “As an American Idol fan favorite with a true traditional country sound, John brings the kind of music longtime country fans genuinely appreciate. We invite everyone to come out and join us in El Dorado for a great night of live country music.”

John Foster is a country singer and songwriter from Addis, LA, known for his rich, classic sound and honest songwriting. As the American Idol Season 23 runner-up, he’s quickly become one of country music’s most promising young voices — blending the heart of ’80s and ’90s country with a modern edge that stays true to tradition.

A co-valedictorian of Brusly High School, Foster has always taken pride in hard work, both on and off the stage. Along the way, he’s been mentored by artists including Miranda Lambert, Josh Groban, Jelly Roll, James Taylor, and Fantasia.