Contract 46277

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Intercollegiate Athletics awarded a Facilities Limited Use License Agreement to Doussan Music Group, LLC for the promotion and operation of a concert series at Memorial Stadium Bowl in Lincoln, Nebraska. The event, scheduled for August 22–26, 2026, features performances by Cross Canadian Ragweed and Turnpike Troubadours, with potential opening acts including Cody Jinks, Flatland Calvary, and a third performer to be determined. The primary performance date is August 22, 2026, with a possible secondary show contingent upon attendance levels. Doussan Music Group is responsible for all event production and reimbursable expenses, estimated at approximately $3.2 million, encompassing production, staffing, security, catering, and ancillary services. The base license fee is $0.00, with Doussan Music Group assuming all financial risk should expenses exceed revenues.

Revenue sharing under the agreement allocates 95 percent of net ticket sales to the promoter and 5 percent to the University, with ancillary revenues (food, beverage, parking, and merchandise) split 67.5 percent to the promoter and 32.5 percent to the University. Suite revenues are distributed 75 percent to the promoter and 25 percent to the University, while sponsorship revenues are split 87.5 percent to the promoter and 12.5 percent to the University. A supplemental letter agreement dated October 22, 2025, established an additional $5.00 per-ticket facility fee, split equally between Doussan Music Group and Athletics to support facility maintenance and capital investment needs. Ticket pricing ranges from $25 to $225 depending on seating location.