Tyler Halverson: In Defense of Drinking Tour at Gruene Hall

Tyler Halverson brings his In Defense of Drinking Tour to Gruene Hall on January 17, 2026, delivering a late-night showcase of alt-country and Western-rooted songwriting shaped by life on the road. Raised in Canton, South Dakota, Halverson’s music reflects a blend of skate parks, sale barns, rodeos, and long highway miles, resulting in songs that are raw, honest, and unfiltered. His latest album, In Defense of Drinking, explores self-reflection, heartbreak, redemption, and the tension between life at home and life as a touring troubadour, with standout tracks such as “More Hearts Than Horses,” “Ft. Worth Losing,” and “Beer Garden Baby.” The evening also highlights Halverson’s deep Texas ties, which continue to influence his sound and songwriting.

Doors open at 8 pm, with opener Julianna Rankin taking the stage at 9 pm. Tyler Halverson follows at 10:30 pm. General admission tickets are $20 plus a $5.50 service fee. The performance takes place at Gruene Hall, located at 1281 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130.