MercyMe is returning to the road this spring with
MercyMe LIVE, bringing a new season of live performances to audiences across the country including Grand Rapids, MI at
Van Andel Arena on
Sunday, April 25 with special guests Ben Fuller and Peter Burton. The tour promises an evening filled with familiar hits and the kind of shared experiences that have made MercyMe a favorite among Christian music fans for decades.
Local presale begins Tuesday, October 20 at 12PM. Tickets go on sale to the public on Wednesday, October 21 at 12PM at VanAndelArena.com. Few bands have created a catalog of songs that audiences have carried with them quite like MercyMe. From life's biggest celebrations to its most difficult seasons, the band's music has become a familiar source of comfort, encouragement, and faith for listeners across generations. MercyMe LIVE celebrates that connection, bringing fans together to experience the songs that have helped tell the stories of their lives.
Audiences can look forward to singing along with beloved MercyMe hits including “I Can Only Imagine” and “Even If,” as well as newer songs like “Make It Well” and “Wake Up Sleeper.” The combination of longtime favorites and fresh material reflects a band that continues to create music for both the moments worth celebrating and the challenges that call for renewed hope.
Joining MercyMe this spring are Ben Fuller and Peter Burton, two artists bringing their own voices and perspectives to the tour. Together, the lineup offers audiences a blend of recognizable songs, new discoveries, and music rooted in messages of faith, redemption, and encouragement.
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About MercyMe Since launching their career-defining single, “I Can Only Imagine,” MercyMe has propelled nearly 30 songs to the top of the charts, resulting in more than 65 multi-format No.1’s. Holding the record for the most No.1’s on
Billboard’s Christian Airplay and Christian AC Airplay charts, the beloved collective has accrued a shelf full of accolades that boasts numerous Artist of the Year wins, GRAMMY® nominations, GMA Dove Awards, K-LOVE Fan Awards, American Music Awards, and a
BillboardMusic Award. Named
Billboard’s Top Christian Artist of the 2000 and 2010 decades, the 10x-Platinum band has sold out some of the country’s most prestigious venues, including Radio City Music Hall and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. In addition, the celebrated act has appeared on “Good Morning America,” the “TODAY” show, “CBS This Morning,” “FOX & Friends,” ABC News, CNN and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as in the pages of
Entertainment Weekly,
The New York Times,
USA Today and more. MercyMe made history in 2014 when “I Can Only Imagine” exceeded 2 million digital downloads, making the now 5x-Platinum hit the first song in Christian music to ever be certified Platinum and double-Platinum in the digital domain. In 2018, the once-in-a-lifetime single inspired a major motion picture based on Millard’s life.
I Can Only Imagine 2, the film’s highly anticipated follow-up – focusing on the story behind MercyMe’s powerful declaration, “Even If” — is slated to premiere in theaters Feb. 20, 2026, via Lionsgate. The sequel features an all-star cast that includes J. Michael Finley, Milo Ventimiglia, Dennis Quaid, Trace Adkins and Sophie Skelton. Ahead of the film’s debut, the group will release their 12th studio album,
Wonder & Awe (Aug.8,2025), featuring their latest No.1 single, “Oh Death.”
About Ben Fuller Ben Fuller’s life was completely changed when he moved to Nashville, TN to chase a dream. Ben grew up in Southern Vermont on his family dairy farm. Due to generations of hurt in his family, Ben struggled with certain aspects of growing up and turned to cocaine and alcohol at a young age. He went through several major events of loss due to these substances and the associated lifestyle. Motivated to change, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a country singer in late 2018. A family close to Ben ministered to him by having him over often for dinner and eventually took him to church. After feeling the impact of their kindness and discipleship, he knew he wanted that life too. Today, Ben lives completely sober, while sharing his story filled with hope, mercy and grace. By turning his testimony into songs, he has been rejuvenated with a new passion and mission; to share his story with the world and all who are ready to listen. Ben was nominated for the first time at the 2023 K-LOVE Fan Awards in the category of Breakout Single of The Year (“Who I Am”) and at the 2023 Dove Awards in the category of New Artist of the Year. In 2024, he was nominated for the Dove Award for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year (“If I Got Jesus”). “If I Got Jesus” has grown to amass over 45M streams as well as 200M views and 350k creations on TikTok. Additionally, Ben has toured with Casting Crowns, MercyMe, Zach Williams, Big Daddy Weave, CAIN, and others.
About Peter Burton Peter Burton is a singer-songwriter and worship leader whose music draws from his personal journey with anxiety and mental health, pointing listeners to the hope and peace he’s found in Jesus. His debut single, “Where Would I Be,” reached #1 on Christian radio for 9 consecutive weeks, spending 38 total weeks on the charts. His second single, “So Long,” has just entered top 20 on Christian radio charts. Stepping into his solo career, Burton is touring nationally and opening for artists including Matthew West and Anne Wilson. With an energetic, hope-filled sound rotted in authenticity and conviction, he continues to establish himself as one of Christian music’s rising voices.
About Awakening Foundation The Awakening Foundation exists to share the message of hope and resources with individuals and families in local and international communities by bringing together artists, fans, and like-minded organizations through live events and missional endeavors to serve and empower those in need. Be sure to find out more at AwakeningFoundation.com
About K-Love Radio K-LOVE creates compelling media designed to inspire and encourage audiences to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. K-LOVE is listener-supported and delivers positive and encouraging music and messages through nearly 600 signals across all 50 states, the K-LOVE App, smart devices, KLOVE.com, and K-LOVE On Demand.
About Air1 Radio Like its parent company (Educational Media Foundation) and sister station (K-LOVE), Air1 exists to create compelling media that inspires and encourages audiences to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. Broadcast on more than 300 signals nationwide and streaming around the world on Air1.com, the Air1 Radio App, iHeartRadio, Alexa, Siri, TuneIn, Roku, and more, Air1 is always there to welcome you and help you “worship through it.”
About Children International Children International, based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA, is a global nonprofit that delivers child and youth development programming to break generational cycles of poverty. From childhood through young adulthood, Children International empowers young people in Colombia, Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, India, Guatemala, Mexico, the Philippines, Zambia and the United States to forge a path out of poverty through access to health care, educational support, positive role models, and the life and job skills they need to become sustainably employed. When equipped to improve their own lives, young people alsotransform their families and communities, for generations to come. For more information, visit children.org.
About Van Andel Arena Located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Van Andel Arena has served as West Michigan’s premier entertainment destination for over 30 years. The 12,000+ seat arena hosts numerous national touring concerts, family shows, comedy performances, sporting events, and other live entertainment. Van Andel Arena is home to the
Grand Rapids Griffins, the
Grand Rapids Gold, and the
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