Batavia Downs Announces 2026 Summer Concert Lineup

The 9th annual Rockin' the Downs series will feature 7 shows on Friday nights at the racetrack.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Batavia Downs has released the lineup for its 9th annual Rockin' the Downs 2026 summer concert series. The family-friendly outdoor concert series will be held on Friday nights at the Batavia Downs horse racing track, running from June 26 to August 14. Six of the seven acts announced for 2026 are new to the Rockin' the Downs lineup, delivering a fresh experience for returning fans and first-time guests.

Why it matters

The Rockin' the Downs concert series has become a premier summer destination in Western New York, drawing over 25,000 attendees in 2025. The new lineup aims to build on the event's growing popularity and reputation.

The details

The 7-show Rockin' the Downs 2026 series will be held on Friday nights at the Batavia Downs horse racing track, kicking off on June 26 and running through August 14. Six of the seven acts announced for this year's lineup are new to the event, providing a fresh experience for returning fans as well as first-time attendees.

  • The Rockin' the Downs 2026 summer concert series will run from June 26 to August 14, 2026.
  • The series will be held on Friday nights during that time period.

The players

Batavia Downs

A horse racing track and entertainment venue located in Batavia, New York.

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What’s next

Batavia Downs will announce the full lineup of performers for the 2026 Rockin' the Downs concert series in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The Rockin' the Downs concert series has become a must-attend summer event in Western New York, and the new 2026 lineup promises to deliver a fresh and exciting experience for both returning fans and first-time attendees.