The Stray Cats US Tour at Hard Rock Live Orlando

Stray Cats Bring Timeless Rockabilly Energy to Orlando’s Hard Rock Live on November 23

The legendary rockabilly trio Stray Cats is returning to the stage for a fall 2026 U.S. tour leg, and Orlando fans are in for a treat. On Monday, November 23, at 8:00 p.m., Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker, and Slim Jim Phantom will take the stage at Hard Rock Live Orlando for what promises to be a high-octane night of pure rock ’n’ roll revival.

This show marks another chapter in the band’s remarkable comeback. After health challenges forced the cancellation of their planned 2025 dates, frontman and guitarist Brian Setzer has fully recovered and is back stronger than ever. The group first hit the road again this summer with a cross-country run that wrapped in mid-August. Now they’re extending the momentum with a new string of fall performances that kicked off November 9 in Grand Prairie, Texas, and will continue through early December, with stops including Nashville, Charlotte, Atlanta, Jacksonville, and the two Florida dates—Orlando on the 23rd followed by Clearwater on the 24th.

The Stray Cats remain one of the most influential acts in rockabilly history. Formed in the late 1970s in Massapequa, New York, the original three-piece lineup exploded onto the scene in the early ’80s with their signature blend of 1950s rockabilly roots and punk-infused energy. Hits like “Stray Cat Strut,” “Rock This Town,” “Runaway Boys,” and “(She’s) Sexy + 17” not only topped charts but single-handedly helped bring the genre back into the mainstream spotlight. Their tight, no-frills performances—centered on Setzer’s blazing Gretsch guitar work, Rocker’s thumping upright bass, and Phantom’s driving drums—have always delivered an electric live experience that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

At Hard Rock Live Orlando, expect the band to deliver exactly that. The intimate yet powerful venue, located in the heart of Orlando’s entertainment district, is perfectly suited for the Stray Cats’ explosive stage presence. Fans can look forward to a set packed with the classics that defined a generation, along with the possibility of hearing newer material. In 2025 the band released their first new music in six years—“Stampede” and a cover of Eddie Cochran’s “Teenage Heaven”—signaling that their creative spark remains very much alive.

Brian Setzer has shared his excitement about being back on the road: “It’s good to be healthy and strong again. There’s something about the unique sound of The Stray Cats that keeps drawing me in. The Gretsch guitar, the acoustic bass, and the stand-up drums still sound pure and fresh today.”

Tickets for the November 23 Orlando performance go on sale Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time through standard ticketing platforms. Given the band’s dedicated fanbase and the relatively limited number of dates on this fall run, demand is expected to be strong—early buyers are advised to act quickly.

Whether you’re a longtime fan who saw them in the ’80s or a newer listener discovering the rockabilly sound for the first time, this Orlando stop offers a rare chance to witness the original Stray Cats lineup in full flight. Mark your calendars for Monday, November 23—the cats are coming back to town, and they’re ready to rock.