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May 21, 2026

Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening

Added Dates On Sale Now

Next Round of U.S. Tour Dates to Run Throughout August and September

Tickets on sale now

(Los Angeles, CA) – With the latest run of dates currently playing out to packed houses and earning rave reviews from fans across the country, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening (JBLZE) is set to return to the road for another round of must-see performances celebrating the legendary catalog of Led Zeppelin. The upcoming tour will bring 17 markets the chance to experience powerful renditions of iconic Led Zeppelin tracks alongside deeper cuts that showcase the depth and dynamism of the band’s groundbreaking legacy.

The tour kicks off August 13th in Pocatello, ID and wraps September 6th in Bettendorf, IA, with stops including Vancouver, BC (Aug 16th), Napa, CA (Aug 23rd), Phoenix, AZ (Aug 25th), and Kansas City, MO (Aug 29th), among others. Tickets are on sale now. For ticket information and a full list of tour dates, visit https://www.jasonbonham.net.

JBLZE Summer 2026 Tour Dates

AUG 13 – Pocatello, ID • Portneuf Health Trust Amphitheatre

AUG 15 – Shelton, WA • Little Creek Casino Resort

AUG 16 – Vancouver, BC • Orpheum Theatre

AUG 18 – Salem, OR • Elsinore Theatre

AUG 20 – Fresno, CA • Warnors Theatre

AUG 21 – Paso Robles, CA • Vina Robles Amphitheatre

AUG 22 – Costa Mesa, CA • OC Fair at Pacific Amphitheatre

AUG 23 – Napa, CA • Blue Note Summer Sessions at The Meritage Resort

AUG 25 – Phoenix, AZ • Celebrity Theatre

AUG 26 – El Paso, TX • Abraham Chavez Theatre

AUG 28 – Hot Springs, AR • Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort

AUG 29 – Kansas City, MO • Ameristar Casino Hotel

AUG 30 – Gary, IN • Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana

SEP 1 – Nashville, IN • Brown County Music Center

SEP 2 – Canton, OH • Stark County Fair

SEP 3 – Lewiston, NY • Artpark Amphitheater

SEP 6 – Bettendorf, IA • Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center at Isle Casino

(Photo Credit: Frank Melfi)

About Jason Bonham

Jason Bonham always finds himself at home behind the drumkit. From this spot, he has anchored the tempo for a myriad of the most legendary artists of all-time. It’s the place where he initially realized his destiny as a kid. It’s a tried-and-true safe harbor for the expression of his purest emotions. It’s a direct conduit to his late father and Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham. Following stints with Airrace and Virginia Wolf, he handled drums on Jimmy Page’s gold-certified Outrider. During 1988, he notably accompanied Page, John Paul Jones, and Robert Plant behind the kit for Led Zeppelin at the Atlantic Records 40^th Anniversary Celebration Concert. Beyond helming solo projects such as Bonham and The Jason Bonham Band, he appeared in Rock Star with Mark Wahlberg and Jennifer Anniston. Plus, he lent his talents to Foreigner, Little Steven, Joe Bonamassa, and Paul Rodgers. He held down the drums for Led Zeppelin’s 2007 reunion at the Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Concert—which set the Guinness World Record® for “Highest Demand for Tickets for One Music Concert.” The evening spawned the Celebration Day concert film and multiplatinum album, debuting Top 10 on the Billboard 200, selling three million-plus copies, and garnering a GRAMMY®. Other notable projects have included Black Country Communion (Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes, and Derek Sherinian) and California Breed (Hughes and producer and guitarist Andrew Watt). He joined Sammy Hagar and the Circle with Van Halen’s Michael Anthony and Vic Johnson. In 2010, he introduced Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening (JBLZE), packing venues coast-to-coast and supporting everyone from Heart to Kid Rock. A spectacle of top-flight musicianship, arresting visuals, mind-blowing lighting, and emotionally charged storytelling, Rolling Stone hailed its “set of Led Zep gems that were strikingly faithful to the originals,” while Billy Joel personally handpicked JBLZE to open a handful of dates. Ultimately, Jason remains forever at home on the drums.

Connect with Jason Bonham/JBLZE at:

Website: https://www.jasonbonham.net

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JasonBonhamOfficial 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonbonham/

X: https://x.com/Jason_Bonham        

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jasonbonham66            

For more information on Jason Bonham or JBLZE, please contact:

Jacob McKay / Fly South Music Group / jacob@flysouthmusic.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Little Creek Casino Resort Appoints Jef Bauer as Chief Executive Officer

Shelton, WA — Little Creek Casino Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Jef Bauer as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 9, 2026. Mr. Bauer will lead the resort’s overall strategic direction, operations, and continued growth in alignment with the Squaxin Island Tribe’s long-term vision.

Mr. Bauer brings more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in gaming, hospitality, entertainment, and resort operations, including extensive work within tribal gaming enterprises. He is widely recognized for leading complex operations and guiding large-scale development initiatives across competitive markets.

Most recently, Mr. Bauer served as Assistant General Manager at Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. Previously, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Augustine Casino in Coachella, California and held senior executive leadership roles at prominent resort and casino properties including MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa (Lake Tahoe), Golden Casino Group (Colorado), and Reserve Casino Hotel. His earlier career includes corporate and property leadership roles with Harrah’s Entertainment and Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe.

“Jef Bauer is a proven leader with deep experience in gaming, hospitality, and tribal enterprise environments,” said Ray Peters, Chairman of the Little Creek Casino Resort Oversight Board. “His track record of operational excellence, strategic growth, and respect for tribal values makes him exceptionally well suited to lead Little Creek Casino Resort into its next chapter.”

As CEO, Mr. Bauer will oversee all aspects of resort operations, with a focus on sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and delivering exceptional guest experiences while supporting the Squaxin Island Tribe’s economic development and community priorities.

“Little Creek Casino Resort is an incredible destination–from Salish Cliffs Golf Club to all the incredible amenities at the casino resort itself,” said Jef Bauer. “I am honored to be selected to head such a beautiful and successful resort for the Squaxin Island Tribe. I am committed to the Tribe, the Team and the Community and their trust in me is something I do not take for granted.  Working for native peoples has been a passion of mine for many years and I can’t wait to help this Tribe build on their vision in Shelton.” 

About Little Creek Casino Resort
Little Creek Casino Resort is owned by the Squaxin Island Tribe and located in Shelton, Washington. The resort features a full-service casino, luxury hotel, dining venues, championship golf course, entertainment, and conference facilities, providing exceptional guest experiences while supporting tribal government services and community well-being.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Keri Re
Executive Assistant/Strategic Coordinator
Office | 360.432.7390
E-mail | Keri.Re@littlecreek.com
91 W. State Route 108 | Shelton WA, 98584