Riley Green in Concert at Star Lake; Cultural District Gallery Crawl (Fri., 6/26/26)

June 24, 2026/Rick Handler

1) Remember that quarterback at Jacksonville State, a guy named Riley Green? He was a pretty smooth passer at the college level, some years ago, and now you can see him when he comes to Pittsburgh playing the position he switched to as a pro: country music star. It sure looks like Green made a smart move there. So far, he’s had a run of Billboard top 20 hits. The Academy of Country Music crowned him New Male Artist of the Year for 2020. This year he won another ACM award for the song, “Don’t Mind If I Do” with Ella Langley. He has also collaborated and shared stages with artists such as Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen. In October 2023, Green released his second album, ambitiously titled Ain’t My Last Rodeo. A new album, That’s Just Me, drops in September. Now Green has ventured into TV with a four-episode character part on CBS’s “Marshalls” this spring. Later this year he will become a coach on NBC’s “The Voice.” Green will visit The Pavilion at Star Lake on his As Cowboy as it Gets Tour. 665 Rt. 18, Burgettstown. (M.V., R.H.)

2) Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District is happening tonight; it features visual arts, musical performances, and interactive exhibits. All events are free and take place at a variety of galleries, art spaces, and venues. Some galleries offer drinks and hors d’oeuvres. What a great way to sample some of Pittsburgh’s great arts and entertainment! 5:30 – 9 p.m., Cultural District.