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Meijer Gardens Announces 2026 Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens Lineup

By Mary Ellen Murphy Apr 9, 2026 | 6:00 AM

Grand Rapids, MI (WGHN) – Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park announced the complete 2026 Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens series lineup, featuring 34 unique shows between May 27 and Sept. 16.

Hear the interview with John VanderHaagen, Director of Communications:

This wide-ranging lineup features:

  • 13 acts that have never performed at Meijer Gardens
  • Four new combinations of acts
  • Eight acts that have not played Meijer Gardens in the last 20 years

The lineup reflects the organization’s continued commitment since 2003 to bringing internationally renowned artists to the amphitheater.

The 1,900-seat venue offers:

  • General admission tiered lawn seating
  • Free on-site parking
  • Full-service concessions

Guests may bring blankets or low-rise chairs, along with their own picnic food.

“From the lush, manicured lawn seating to the ivy-covered stage, the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater offers a uniquely beautiful and intimate setting to experience live music,” said Carol Kendra, Chief Operating Officer.

TICKET INFORMATION

  • Member Presale: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 18 – 5 p.m. Thursday, April 23
  • Public Sale: 9 a.m. Friday, April 24
  • Limit: Six tickets per show

Fees:

  • Member presale: $7 ticket fee + 3.1% credit card fee
  • Public sale: $10 ticket fee + 3.1% credit card fee

Delivery Options:

  • Mobile Tickets (AXS Mobile ID): Free
  • Will Call: $6
  • Mail: $6

Tickets available at: AXS.com/MeijerGardens

2026 CONCERT LINEUP

May

  • May 27 – O.A.R. — $85 member | $90 public

June

  • June 7 – The Wallflowers with Early James — $53 | $58
  • June 8 – Sierra Ferrell — $83 | $88
  • June 10 – Five for Fighting + Edwin McCain — $72 | $77
  • June 12 – An Evening with Wilco — $80 | $85
  • June 15 – Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Tank and the Bangas — $80 | $85
  • June 17 – Trey Anastasio (Acoustic) featuring Jeff Tansky — $83 | $88
  • June 19 – Tash Sultana — $78 | $83
  • June 22 – Pink Martini All-Stars — $58 | $63
  • June 24 – Larkin Poe + The Record Company — $58 | $63
  • June 28 – Little Feat (The Last Farewell Tour) — $75 | $80

July

  • July 1 – St. Paul & The Broken Bones with Nathan Graham — $55 | $60
  • July 2 – Matteo Bocelli — $58 | $63
  • July 10 – Ziggy Marley with J Boog — $95 | $100
  • July 13 – Lucy Dacus with Smidley — $75 | $80
  • July 15 – Trampled by Turtles — $62 | $67
  • July 16 – Shakey Graves with Cam Neal — $57 | $62
  • July 20 – Buddy Guy (90 Tour) — $90 | $95
  • July 22 – KALEO with Dawes — $80 | $85
  • July 23 – Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit — $117 | $122
  • July 26 – St. Vincent with Grand Rapids Symphony — $98 | $103
  • July 27 – Houndmouth — $55 | $60
  • July 30 – Brothers Osborne — $90 | $95

August

  • Aug. 3 – Jesse Welles with Steph Strings — $59 | $64
  • Aug. 5 – Men at Work + Toad the Wet Sprocket with Shonen Knife — $95 | $100
  • Aug. 6 – The Beach Boys — $83 | $88
  • Aug. 12 – Umphrey’s McGee + moe. — $77 | $82
  • Aug. 13 – Mat Kearney — $62 | $67
  • Aug. 16 – Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers — $62 | $67
  • Aug. 26 – ZZ Top with Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band — $105 | $110
  • Aug. 28 – Myles Smith with Michael Marcagi — $89 | $94

September

  • Sept. 9 – Punch Brothers — $60 | $65
  • Sept. 14 – Indigo Girls — $73 | $78
  • Sept. 16 – Switchfoot — $67 | $72

VENUE DETAILS

  • All concerts are rain or shine
  • Weather delays are possible
  • Low-rise chair policy strictly enforced
  • Chair rentals available for $10 (limited supply)

Food & Beverage:

  • On-site concessions available
  • Outside food and sealed non-alcoholic drinks permitted
  • Soft-sided coolers allowed

Security:

  • No weapons allowed
  • Bags and coolers subject to search

COMMUNITY PROGRAM

Concerts for the Community, sponsored by The Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation, returns for its fifth season in partnership with Kent District Library, providing access to concerts for underserved community members.

ABOUT FREDERIK MEIJER GARDENS & SCULPTURE PARK

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is one of the world’s leading botanic and sculpture experiences and has been named the Best Sculpture Park in the United States in the 2023, 2024, and 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

The 158-acre campus includes:

  • A tropical conservatory
  • Interactive children’s garden
  • Japanese garden
  • Outdoor sculpture gardens
  • A 1,900-seat amphitheater

The organization promotes the enjoyment and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, and the arts.

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