Hard Rock Casino Tejon, continues to elevate its live entertainment offerings with an exclusive, private performance by multi-platinum selling singer, performer and songwriter Gavin DeGraw on March 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM. The intimate concert will take place on the Hard Rock Cafe stage and is reserved for select members of Unity byHard Rock, the brand’s global loyalty rewards program.

“Live music is at the heart of who we are,” said Chris Kelley, President of Hard Rock Casino Tejon. “Hosting an artist of Gavin DeGraw’s caliber for an intimate Unity by Hard Rock member experience reinforces our commitment to bringing unforgettable entertainment to Kern County. This is exactly the kind of exclusive moment that defines Hard Rock Casino Tejon.”

An Intimate Evening with a Chart-Topping Artist
Gavin DeGraw first broke through with his 2003 debut album Chariot, which sold more than one million copies and earned platinum certification. His self-titled sophomore album debuted at No. 1 on the digital sales chart and No. 7 on the Billboard Top 200, earning his first Top 10 album. Over the course of his career, DeGraw has delivered numerous hit singles including “In Love With A Girl,” “We Belong Together,” “Not Over You,” and “Best I Ever Had,” in addition to receiving a Grammy nomination for “We Both Know,” co-written with Colbie Caillat for the film Safe Haven.

DeGraw continues to tour internationally and is currently working on new music.

Social Contest Offers Exclusive Access
In celebration of the event, Hard Rock Casino Tejon will host a social media contest offering select winners a VIP experience that includes dinner at the property, two tickets to the private concert, and an exclusive meet-and-greet with Gavin DeGraw. Users of Instagram can participate between March 9, 2026, and March 12, 2026, by following Hard Rock Casino Tejon, tagging a friend and liking the Gavin DeGraw contest post. Three winners will be chosen on March 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

Elevating Entertainment at Hard Rock Casino Tejon
Since its grand opening, Hard Rock Casino Tejon has positioned itself as a premier entertainment destination along the I-5 corridor. Located less than 15 miles south of Bakersfield on Tejon Indian tribal land, the property features 150,000 square feet of gaming space, more than 2,000 slot machines, over 60 table games, and multiple dining destinations including the iconic Hard Rock Cafe.

The exclusive Unity member concert reflects the property’s ongoing investment in live entertainment and curated guest experiences.

For more information about Hard Rock Casino Tejon, visit https://casino.hardrock.com/tejon.

About Hard Rock Casino Tejon
The entertainment venue is located less than 15 miles south of Bakersfield, on Tejon Indian tribal land in Mettler, situated at the southernmost tip of California’s Southern San Joaquin Valley and nestled near the base of the historic Grapevine Mountain Pass that connects Southern California to the Central Valley. This region of the San Joaquin Valley is home to one of the most productive agricultural counties in the country and is the center point of the state with access to the Central Coast and both Northern and Southern California within a couple hours’ drive.

About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 80 countries spanning more than 300 locations including owned, licensed, or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 88,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity™ by Hard Rock global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. HRI has received numerous industry and workplace awards and currently holds investment grades from S&P Global Ratings (BBB) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com .

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