TUNICA, Miss (March 18, 2026) - Gold Strike Casino Resort, the Mid-South’s premier casino resort destination, will present “An Evening with Garth and Trisha,” at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, at Gold Strike Theatre inside the casino. Nashville performer Shawn Gerard brings a high-energy tribute as country music icon Garth Brooks. Known for his powerful stage presence and authentic sound, Gerard delivers an electrifying celebration of Brooks’ legendary catalog, recreating some of the superstar’s biggest hits with a talented group of world-class musicians.

 

Gerard has performed for audiences across the country and previously worked in residence with “Legends in Concert” in Las Vegas, where he served as the production’s go-to Garth Brooks tribute artist. His dynamic performances and dedication to honoring Brooks’ music have helped make the “Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute” one of the longest continuously performing Garth Brooks tribute acts in the world.

 

Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Amy Pelton is a powerhouse vocalist and dynamic dancer who has spent her life lighting up stages across the globe. From 1996 to 2008, Amy was a featured performer as Trisha Yearwood in shows in both Las Vegas and Myrtle Beach, where she dazzled audiences with her versatility and vibrant energy. Her performances ranged from high-octane dance numbers to heartfelt ballads.

 

“An Evening with Garth and Trisha” will be a night where the iconic hits of Garth Brooks meets the legacy of Trisha Yearwood with chart-toppers and duets alike.
Tickets are $19.50 and go on sale March 20. Tickets may be purchased by calling 888-747-7711 or by visiting goldstrike.com.

 

Gold Strike Casino Resort is located on the Mississippi River, approximately 30 minutes from downtown Memphis. With more than 1,100 luxury guest rooms, a theater, high-limit gaming, award-winning dining and a sportsbook, Gold Strike is the South’s source for energy and excitement. For more information about Gold Strike Casino Resort, visit www.goldstrike.com. More information about One Star® Rewards is available at www.onestarrewards.com.

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.

 

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Darcy J. Stephens // darcy.stephens@cnent.com // 918.520.6871
Travis Noland // travis.noland@cnent.com // 918.729.5392