A hometown star returns to Columbia
Sheryl Crow, a nine‑time Grammy Award winner and Missouri native, will take the stage at Mizzou’s 2026 football season opener against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff on September 3. The performance coincides with the centennial celebration of Memorial Stadium, the university’s iconic venue that first opened its doors a century ago.
Crow’s connection to the university runs deep; she earned a degree in music education in 1984 and has since built a career that includes multi‑platinum albums, signature hits such as “All I Wanna Do” and “Soak Up the Sun,” and a 2023 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Centennial festivities and stadium upgrades
The game will showcase the newly renovated north end zone of Memorial Stadium, a project aimed at enhancing fan experience while preserving the venue’s historic character. The matchup will be broadcast live on the SEC Network at 7 p.m., and tickets will be available through the ‘Kickoff in CoMo’ series at a price of $80.
Eric Morrison, deputy director of athletics at Mizzou, praised Crow’s role as an ambassador for the program, stating that her presence underscores the university’s commitment to celebrating both athletic tradition and artistic excellence.
Fans attending the event will join a broader series of activities across Columbia, tying the stadium’s milestone to the city’s vibrant cultural scene. The celebration reflects a century of Tigers football and the enduring influence of alumni who continue to shape the university’s legacy.