2026-10-15 • ETSU Martin Center for the Arts • Johnson City, TN
Temptations brings the 21+ Tour to ETSU Martin Center for the Arts in Johnson City on October 15, 2026.
Tickets from $170
The Temptations are an American vocal group formed in Detroit, Michigan, in 1961 as The Elgins, known for their string of successful singles and albums with Motown from the 1960s to the mid-1970s. The group's work with producer Norman Whitfield, beginning with the Top 10 hit single "Cloud Nine" in October 1968, pioneered psychedelic soul, and was significant in the evolution of R&B and soul music.
Genre: Contemporary R&b, Funk, Motown • Tour: 21+
Capacity: 1,800 • Arena • Indoor • 1320 W. State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN, 37604
Getting there: The ETSU Martin Center for the Arts is located on the East Tennessee State University campus in Johnson City, which has limited public transit options. The nearest transit hub is the Johnson City Transit Center downtown, served by local bus routes, but you'll need rideshare or a personal vehicle to reach the venue, as it's about 2 miles from downtown with no direct bus service to campus. Parking is available on the ETSU campus; check the university website for visitor parking information and any event-specific directions.
Parking: On-campus parking available in nearby lots; limited street parking in immediate area.
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