Hollywood Bowl Unveils 2026 Summer Season

Celebrating Gustavo Dudamel, Broadway Hits, ABBA Tribute, and More

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The LA Phil has revealed the 2026 Hollywood Bowl summer season, featuring a diverse lineup of classical, pop, rock, jazz, and more. Highlights include a week-long celebration of Gustavo Dudamel's 17th season as Music & Artistic Director, Broadway hits, an ABBA tribute, and the debut of the new Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion.

Why it matters

The Hollywood Bowl is a beloved Los Angeles institution, hosting world-class music and entertainment for over a century. This upcoming season showcases the venue's continued commitment to presenting a wide range of genres and celebrating the city's vibrant cultural landscape.

The details

The 2026 Hollywood Bowl season runs from June to September and includes classical concerts with the LA Phil, pop and rock performances, jazz and blues nights, movie music celebrations, and more. Notable events include a week-long tribute to Gustavo Dudamel, a Broadway hits showcase, an ABBA tribute concert, and the opening of the new Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion.

  • The Hollywood Bowl 2026 season runs from June to September.
  • The Gustavo Dudamel tribute week takes place from August 20-23, 2026.
  • The Broadway hits showcase is on June 20, 2026.
  • The ABBA tribute concert is on September 25, 2026.
  • The Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion opens in June 2026.

The players

Gustavo Dudamel

The Music & Artistic Director of the LA Phil, who is celebrating his 17th season at the Hollywood Bowl.

Terri and Jerry Kohl

Lead donors who made the new Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion possible.

Andrew Hewitt and Bill Silva

Live Nation Hewitt Silva, who provided major support for the Kohl Pavilion project.

RIOS

The architecture collective that designed the new Kohl Pavilion.

Frederick Fisher and Partners

The firm that designed the interiors of the Kohl Pavilion.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, Grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Hollywood Bowl's 2026 season showcases its enduring role as a premier destination for diverse music and entertainment in Los Angeles, with the addition of the new Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion enhancing the venue's year-round capabilities.