The historic Russian site hosted a Live 8 concert last year and has also featured recent concerts by Paul McCartney, Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti.

The August 3 show will include an opening performance by the Robert Cray Band, which is touring with Clapton throughout the summer.

Slowhand’s European tour is to take in 14 countries, starting May 5 in Le Cannet, France. The May U.K. leg includes seven nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall.