White Sox Announce 2026 Postgame Concert Lineup

Marshmello, Ja Rule, and Cole Swindell to headline shows at Rate Field

Mar. 13, 2026 at 1:04pm

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The Chicago White Sox have announced their 2026 postgame concert lineup, featuring performances by popular artists Marshmello, Ja Rule, and Cole Swindell. The concerts will take place after select Friday night home games throughout the summer.

Why it matters

Postgame concerts have become a popular promotion for the White Sox in recent years, drawing large crowds and providing additional entertainment value for fans attending the games. The lineup of GRAMMY-nominated artists is expected to further boost attendance and excitement around the team.

The details

The White Sox will host three postgame concerts in 2026, each taking place after a Friday night home game. Marshmello will perform on June 26 vs. the Kansas City Royals, Ja Rule on August 7 vs. the Cleveland Guardians, and Cole Swindell on September 18 vs. the Detroit Tigers. All three concerts are scheduled to begin approximately 30 minutes after the final out and last around 60 minutes, weather permitting.

  • The concerts will take place on June 26, August 7, and September 18, 2026.
  • The games are scheduled for a 6:40 p.m. CT first pitch.

The players

Marshmello

One of the most commercially successful and culturally impactful electronic artists of his generation, Marshmello has earned multiple Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards and MTV Awards, as well as a GRAMMY® Award nomination. He has a catalog of RIAA-certified multi-Platinum and Diamond releases and ranks among the most successful producers and DJs in modern music.

Ja Rule

An award-winning rapper, actor and entrepreneur, Ja Rule is one of the defining voices of his generation. The New York native earned multiple Top 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including the chart-topping 'Always on Time' featuring Ashanti. He has also built a steady acting resume with roles in films like The Fast and the Furious and Scary Movie.

Cole Swindell

A multiple Academy of Country Music Award winner and a GRAMMY® nominated superstar, Swindell stands among country music's most consistent hitmakers of the past decade. The multiplatinum superstar has earned 14 No. 1 singles as both a recording artist and songwriter, fueled by a string of radio hits that have dominated country airwaves and streaming platforms nationwide.

White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are a professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois. They are a member of the American League Central division in Major League Baseball.

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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)

What’s next

Fans can purchase special on-field postgame concert passes, which include a game ticket, starting at $50 while supplies last. Season ticket holders will receive information from their representatives about adding field passes to their existing tickets.

The takeaway

The White Sox's 2026 postgame concert lineup featuring popular artists like Marshmello, Ja Rule, and Cole Swindell is expected to be a major draw for fans, continuing the team's recent trend of providing additional entertainment value at the ballpark.