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Stern Grove Fest: Public Enemy, LaBelle Headline 2026
7 Apr
Summary
- Stern Grove Festival runs June 14 to August 16, 2026.
- Headliners include Public Enemy, Patti LaBelle, and Al Green.
- Tickets are free via lottery, with table reservations available.
The Stern Grove Festival has unveiled its impressive lineup for the 2026 season, promising a vibrant summer of music from June 14 to August 16 in San Francisco. Esteemed artists such as Public Enemy, Patti LaBelle, and Al Green are set to headline the annual event. The festival, known for its rich history, will also feature performances by the Violent Femmes, Major Lazer, and Japanese Breakfast.
Taking place at the outdoor amphitheater in Sigmund Stern Grove, the festival continues its tradition of making live music accessible. Free tickets will be distributed via a lottery system, accessible through sterngrove.org, while group table reservations offer an alternative. This year marks the 89th season of the festival, a testament to its longevity and importance in the cultural landscape.
Highlighting a commitment to local talent, approximately half of the 2026 lineup consists of Bay Area artists. These include Marinero, Fijiana, La Misa Negra, Nicki Bluhm, Tune-Yards, Goapele, and Destani Wolf, alongside the San Francisco Symphony, a long-standing performer at the venue for over eight decades. The festival will conclude with a "Big Picnic Weekend" fundraiser in mid-August, featuring final performances by Public Enemy and Al Green.
