ROLAND, Okla. — Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland will welcome acclaimed neo-traditional country artist Chancey Williams at 8 p.m. Friday, June 26, at Lee Creek Tavern inside the casino.
Saddle bronc athlete turned country artist Chancey Williams has carved out a unique path from the rodeo arena to the concert stage, emerging as one of country music’s most authentic modern voices. He is one of only two artists, alongside Chris LeDoux, to have both competed in rodeo and performed on the main stage at Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Hailing from northeastern Wyoming, Williams has built a loyal following by touring across the country, sharing stages with top acts such as Toby Keith, Cody Johnson, Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley and Parker McCollum. His career highlights include sold-out performances at the iconic Ryman Auditorium and Red Rocks Amphitheatre, along with headlining appearances at the National Finals Rodeo and multiple performances at the Grand Ole Opry.
Known for staying true to his roots, Williams embraces a traditional country sound steeped in the western lifestyle — a commitment that has resonated in Nashville and beyond. A Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame inductee, he continues to build momentum with his seventh studio album, “Miles on Me,” which features standout tracks like “Pearl Snap Preacher,” “The Ballad of Uncle Don” and the title track, along with new music, including “Past the Point of Rescue.” His 2026 music includes the western honky-tonk-inspired single “It’s My Lie.”
Praised by critics and fans alike, Williams has been recognized as a refreshing force in country music, earning accolades for his authenticity and dedication to the genre’s legacy.
The show is free to those 21 and older.
Serving the River Valley for 35 years, Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland is the ultimate entertainment destination just minutes from downtown Fort Smith. What began as a small bingo hall in 1990 has grown to more than 300,000 square feet of award-winning gaming, dining and nightlife that’s been recognized by the Southwest Times Record and Arkansas Democrat Gazette, among many others. The resort, along with the Cherokee Travel Plaza and Gaming Parlor are located on Cherokee Blvd. in Roland, just off the intersection of I-40 and Highway 64. For more information, visit www.cherokeecasino.com and click on the Roland tab, or call 800-256-2338. More information about One Star Rewards® is available at www.onestarrewards.com.