Red Butte Garden Announces 31-Show 2026 Summer Concert Lineup

The robust lineup includes a debut for a prominent Utah band, a jazz legend with 9 Grammys, and frequently returning artists who have become fan favorites.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:19pm

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The Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre in Salt Lake City has announced a 31-show lineup for its 2026 summer concert series. The lineup features a mix of returning fan favorites, such as Bonnie Raitt, Herbie Hancock, and Grace Potter, as well as some rare and debut performances, including from legendary trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco, and Utah's own folk band The National Parks.

Why it matters

The Red Butte Garden concert series is a highly anticipated annual event that brings world-class musical acts to Salt Lake City, providing residents and visitors alike with a vibrant summer entertainment option. The diverse and star-studded 2026 lineup reflects the venue's ability to attract both established and up-and-coming artists, solidifying its reputation as a premier outdoor concert destination in the region.

The details

The 2026 Red Butte Garden summer concert series will feature 31 shows between May 31 and September 22. More than half of the acts have previously headlined the venue within the past few years, including Bonnie Raitt, Herbie Hancock, Grace Potter, and Maren Morris. Other frequently returning artists like Melissa Etheridge and Blues Traveler are also making a comeback. The lineup also includes some rarer offerings, such as jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco, and the rock band Alabama Shakes. Additionally, the series will feature the debut performances of Utah's folk band The National Parks, country star Wynonna Judd, and the rock band Interpol.

  • Tickets for concerts between May 31 and July 29 will go on sale to the general public on April 24 at 10 a.m. MDT.
  • Tickets for concerts between July 30 and September 22 will go on sale to the general public on May 1 at 10 a.m. MDT.

The players

Red Butte Garden

An outdoor concert venue and botanical garden located in Salt Lake City, Utah, known for hosting a popular annual summer concert series.

The National Parks

A prominent folk band from Utah making their debut at the Red Butte Garden concert series.

Wynton Marsalis

A legendary jazz trumpeter with nine Grammy Awards, who previously performed at Red Butte Garden in 2008.

Ani DiFranco

A singer-songwriter who appeared on the 2010 concept album 'Hadestown' and performed at Red Butte Garden in 2011, and also starred in the 'Hadestown' Broadway production in 2024.

Alabama Shakes

A rock band that last performed at Red Butte Garden in 2015 and is making a return to the venue in 2026.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Red Butte Garden summer concert series will go on sale in two waves, with member presales starting on April 20 and April 27, and general public sales beginning on April 24 and May 1.

The takeaway

The diverse and star-studded 2026 Red Butte Garden concert lineup reflects the venue's ability to attract both established and up-and-coming artists, solidifying its reputation as a premier outdoor concert destination in the Salt Lake City region and providing residents and visitors with a vibrant summer entertainment option.