Rupp Arena to Host “Post-Game Party” Following the UK v. Purdue Exhibition Game on Friday, October 24, 2025
LEXINGTON, KY. (October 14, 2025) – Rupp Arena has announced its first ever Post-Game Party, following the UK v. Purdue exhibition game on Friday, October 24, 2025. The Post-Game Party, that is FREE to the public, will begin at 7:00 P.M. outside of the arena’s Vine Street entrance. The event will have food and beverage concessions available for purchase and will feature live music by Cam Thompson, a rising force in the alt-country scene. Cam, who is known for his raw, authentic sound, will be debuting his new single, Lexington, live during the Post-Game Party. Find out more about the event at RuppArena.com.
“I couldn’t be more excited to debut Lexington at the Rupp Arena Post-Game Party. There isn’t a more fitting place for me to be for the day of release!” says Cam Thompson regarding the upcoming event and his song release.
His breakout single, Women Made Me This Way, has garnered over a million streams across all platforms, earning him a Hollywood Independent Music Award and solidifying his reputation as a compelling songwriter. With emotionally charged storytelling and a voice that carries both depth and sincerity, he has cultivated a dedicated following, continuing to build momentum with each new release.
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About Cam Thompson
Born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky, the "Bluegrass Capital of the World"—Cam grew up immersed in music, with bluegrass and rock & roll serving as the soundtrack to his early years. Though his passion for music was evident from a young age, it wasn’t until his late teens that he fully committed to his craft, developing a distinctive style that seamlessly blends traditional country with the grit and edge of modern alt-country.
A finalist at the Inspirational Country Music Awards, Cam has also had the opportunity of performing on stage of the Grand Ole Opry. Rooted in the rich musical heritage of Kentucky yet unafraid to push boundaries, he is carving a unique path in alt-country—honoring tradition while forging a sound that is unmistakably his own.
Listen to Cam's music here:
https://linktr.ee/thecamthompson
About Rupp Arena
Located in Lexington, Kentucky, the Lexington Center Corporation (LCC) is a not-for-profit 501c3 corporate agency of the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government. It was established in 1974 to manage and maintain Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, the Central Bank Center (formerly Lexington Convention Center), Triangle Park, and the Lexington Opera House. One of the nation’s most storied entertainment destinations, Central Bank Center venues collectively welcome an average of 1.3 million patrons annually.
Since 1976, Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center has served as the home court of the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team, regularly leading the national attendance average. Rupp Arena has hosted legendary artists such as Justin Timberlake, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Chris Stapleton, and many more. Since 2018, Oak View Group and Live Nation Arenas have provided booking services to Rupp Arena. During the last 18 months, Rupp Arena has broken all previous audience attendance and revenue records in its storied 43-year history.
About Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in live experience venue development, management, premium hospitality services, and 360-degree solutions for a collection of world-class-owned venues and a client roster of arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions. Founded by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff in 2015, OVG is the leading developer of major new venues either open or under development across four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.