Pete Hegseth, Kid Rock Arrive in Military Helicopters for Dallas Concert: Watch

Concert footage shared on social media reveals that Pete Hegseth arranged for U.S. military helicopters to transport Kid Rock to his performance in Dallas. The video, which debuted during Kid Rock’s Freedom 250 Tour stop this weekend, also captures the two figures engaging with members of the American armed forces.

Secretary Pete Hegseth gives Kid Rock a lift in EPIC intro to his Dallas Concert kicking off his “Freedom 250 Tour” !! This is EPIC!! pic.twitter.com/wjMSAoERwC— TONY (@TONYxTWO) May 2, 2026

The clip opens with Hegseth telling Kid Rock he plans to attend one of the singer’s concerts. When Kid Rock offers to give him a ride, Hegseth counters by proposing he could pick up the performer instead—courtesy of the United States. The two then board the helicopters, which take off, with Kid Rock even climbing into and out of the gunner seat.

While some have described the video as an ad for the military, the clip does not explicitly state this. Instead, it appears designed to promote Kid Rock’s concert that evening.

“Ladies and gentlemen,” a voice calls out toward the end of the clip, “please welcome to the stage … the Detroit City Cowboy and the American Badass, put your hands together for Kid Rock!”

Members of the U.S. military faced scrutiny in March after Kid Rock shared footage of two AH-64 Apache attack helicopters flying near his Nashville home on the same day as a No Kings rally.

“Fort Campbell leadership is aware of a video circulating on social media depicting AH-64 Apache helicopters operating in the vicinity of a private residence associated with Mr. Robert Ritchie (also known as ‘Kid Rock’),” said Maj. Jonathon Bless, public affairs officer for the 101st Airborne Division.

“The command has initiated an investigation to review the circumstances surrounding this activity.”

The statement continued, “The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell maintain strict standards for aviation safety, professionalism, and adherence to established flight regulations. We take all concerns regarding aircraft operations and their impact on the surrounding community seriously.”