Hollywood Bowl Unwraps 2026 Season: Foo Fighters Meet Dudamel, Chance the Rapper Celebrates Juneteenth, Plus Symphonic St. Vincent, Brassy Herb Alpert, Movie Nights and Much More

The LA Philharmonic has announced the 2026 summer season for the Hollywood Bowl, including orchestral concerts with Foo Fighters and St. Vincent.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Hollywood Bowl has unveiled the lineup for its 2026 summer season, featuring a week in August celebrating Gustuvo Dudamel's 17th and last season as music and artistic director of the LA Phil. This includes a joint gig with Foo Fighters on Aug. 22. St. Vincent will also do a symphonic show, and the Beach Boys will be joined by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra for the traditional three-night July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular. Other highlights include performances by Herb Alpert, Buddy Guy, Chance the Rapper, and a variety of pop, rock, R&B, jazz, and movie-themed concerts.

Why it matters

The Hollywood Bowl's annual summer season is a highly anticipated event in the Los Angeles arts and entertainment calendar, showcasing a diverse array of musical acts and programming that cater to a wide range of audiences. The 2026 lineup continues this tradition, blending classical, pop, and other genres in unique collaborations and presentations that celebrate the Bowl's rich history and role as a premier outdoor concert venue.

The details

Key highlights of the 2026 Hollywood Bowl summer season include: a joint performance by Foo Fighters and Gustavo Dudamel conducting the LA Phil; a symphonic show by St. Vincent; the Beach Boys joined by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra for the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular; concerts by nonagenarians Herb Alpert and Buddy Guy; Juneteenth celebrations led by Chance the Rapper; and a variety of movie-themed nights featuring live orchestral accompaniment. The season also features performances by popular artists across genres such as ZZ Top, Smokey Robinson, Ziggy Marley, Al Green, and more.

  • On August 22, Foo Fighters will perform with the LA Phil and Gustavo Dudamel.
  • The July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with the Beach Boys will take place on July 2, 3, and 4.
  • Chance the Rapper will lead the Juneteenth celebration on June 19.
  • The Blue Note Jazz Festival will be held on June 13-14.
  • The Roots Picnic Experience is scheduled for June 27.

The players

Gustavo Dudamel

The music and artistic director of the LA Phil, who is celebrating his 17th and last season in that role.

Foo Fighters

The American rock band that will perform a joint concert with Dudamel and the LA Phil.

St. Vincent

The American musician who will perform a symphonic show with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.

The Beach Boys

The iconic American rock band that will be joined by the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra for the July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular.

Chance the Rapper

The American rapper who will lead the Juneteenth celebration at the Hollywood Bowl.

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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 summer season showcases the venue's ability to blend classical, pop, and other genres in unique collaborations and presentations that celebrate its rich history and role as a premier outdoor concert destination in Los Angeles.