Brad Paisley to headline NFL Draft Concert Series

Fans Can Register for Free Entry at NFL.com/DraftAccess

2025 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light Airs Live April 24–26 with Coverage on NFL Network, NFL+, the NFL Channel, ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes

GREEN BAY, WI—(WGBW)— The National Football League announced today that global country music superstar Brad Paisley will headline the NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bud Light on Saturday, April 26, closing out an unforgettable three days at the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay.

As the grand finale to Draft weekend, Brad Paisley will take the stage at the Draft Theater near Lambeau Field for a free concert following the conclusion of Round 7 of the Draft. A decorated country music icon, Paisley has earned his place in music history with a career spanning more than two decades, multiple GRAMMY Awards, and nearly 5 billion career streams worldwide. On May 21, he will launch the “Truck Still Works World Tour.” 

“There’s nothing like football to bring people together, and the NFL Draft is where it all begins,” said Brad Paisley. “As a lifelong fan, I can’t wait to help close out an unforgettable weekend with a little music and one heck of a party.”

The NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bud Light also features a spectacular drone show on Friday, April 25, following Rounds 2–3 of the Draft. As part of the weekend’s entertainment lineup, the nighttime show will light up the Green Bay skyline with a cutting-edge display of more than 500 drones flying in choreographed formations above Lambeau Field, honoring the history of the Draft and the legacy of Packers football.

“We’re excited to welcome one of country music’s biggest stars to the Draft,” said Tim Tubito, NFL senior director of global event presentation & entertainment. “Brad understands how football brings people together. His performance is our way of saying thank you to the fans, the prospects, and the city of Green Bay—and the perfect way to close out an unforgettable weekend.”

Paisley joins an elite list of performers who have helped bring the Draft to life through music through the years, including Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley, Weezer, Mötley Crüe, Ice Cube, Marshmello, Kings of Leon, Fall Out Boy, Big Sean and more.

The NFL recently announced that Milwaukee-based choir members from the James Weldon Johnson Foundation’s ‘National Hymn Choir’ will sing “Lift Every Voice,” directed by Ben Bedroske, and singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr., will sing the national anthem from the Draft Theater stage on the first day.

All performances as part of the NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bud Light will take place at the Draft Theater adjacent to the iconic Lambeau Field. General fan viewing for the Draft Concert Series is free and fans are encouraged to arrive early, as standing room will be on a first-come first-served basis. The area will remain open throughout Draft programming. 

In addition to the live performances, Titletown will host Draft Experience presented by Jersey Mike’s, the league’s ultimate fan festival, and invites fans of all ages to run the 40-yard dash, take on football drills, meet NFL Legends, grab photos with the Lombardi Trophy and all 58 Super Bowl rings, and enjoy local cuisine. Saturday also features a family-friendly day of activities from a bike parade for young fans, cheese carving demonstrations and a farmer’s market, to live performances by the University of Wisconsin Marching Band and Oneida Smoke Dancers. Draft Experience presented by Jersey Mike’s will be free and open to the public from April 24-26. 

Fans can register now for free access through the NFL OnePass app or at NFL.com/DraftAccess. Registration is required and entry is on a first-come, first-served basis.

NFL DRAFT EXPERIENCE – HOURS OF OPERATION 

DATE	HOURS OF OPERATION (Central Time)
Thursday, April 24	12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday, April 25	12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 26	9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Where to Watch the 2025 NFL Draft

Fans at home can tune in to the 2025 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light across NFL Network, NFL+, the NFL Channel, ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes.

2025 NFL DRAFT – BROADCAST SCHEDULE  

DATE	TIMING (Central Time)
ROUND 1: Thursday, April 24	7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
ROUNDS 2-3: Friday, April 25	6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
ROUNDS 4-7: Saturday, April 26	11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

For more information on the 2025 NFL Draft, including programming, special events, and registration, fans should visit NFL.com/DraftAccess.