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Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, Bret Michaels Rock NFL Draft in Pittsburgh
2 Apr
Summary
- Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, and Bret Michaels are headlining the NFL Draft music series.
- The free, three-day music event takes place alongside the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
- Performances by the artists are scheduled from April 23-25, 2026.
This year's NFL Draft Entertainment Series in Pittsburgh will feature a star-studded lineup, including Grammy-nominated rapper Wiz Khalifa, country music star Kane Brown, and rock frontman Bret Michaels. The free, three-day music experience is scheduled from Thursday, April 23, to Saturday, April 25, 2026, coinciding with the NFL Draft.
Wiz Khalifa, a Pittsburgh native, will perform on Friday, April 24, sharing his excitement about returning home. Bret Michaels, also from the Pittsburgh area, will perform on the same evening. Country artist Kane Brown is set to close out the festival with a performance on Saturday, April 25.
Night one on Thursday will open with the national anthem performed by Pittsburgh-raised jazz musician KELS and the James Weldon Johnson Foundation's National Hymn Choir. The NFL aims to leverage Pittsburgh's deep connection to both football and music, bringing together artists with regional ties and global recognition for a memorable event.
All performances will take place at the Draft Theater located next to Acrisure Stadium. Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis, with fans encouraged to arrive early. Registration for free entry to the Draft Entertainment Series is available online.
