NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., January 14, 2026 --- The Hoag Classic, Orange County’s exclusive PGA TOUR Champions tournament, announced today that rising country music star Tyler Braden will headline the third annual Hoag Classic Sunset Celebration & Concert at VEA Newport Beach on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

Following Round 2 of tournament play, fans are invited to continue the Hoag Classic experience at this signature Saturday night event that extends the excitement beyond the course.

“The Sunset Celebration & Concert has quickly become one of the most anticipated events of tournament week,” said Andrew Guarni, Executive Vice president and Chief Financial Officer of Hoag. “Blending championship golf with live music, ocean views and an elevated fan experience, this year’s concert will raise the bar due to Tyler Braden’s authenticity, energy and connectivity with fans. This is a performance you won’t want to miss.”

Braden is a country powerhouse that has built momentum with breakout hits including “Devil You Know” and “God & Guns N’ Roses,” earning a rapidly growing national fanbase. The Alabama-bred singer-songwriter has racked up over 952 million global streams to date and earned three No. 1 songs on SiriusXM The Highway’s Hot 30 Countdown. His ability to resonate deeply with listeners across generations makes him a compelling headliner for the Hoag Classic Sunset Celebration & Concert.

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