2026 Hersheypark Stadium Summer Concert Series Recap
A Look Back At An Unforgettable Summer of Shows in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Another summer season of concerts at Hersheypark Stadium presented by Penn State Health has come and gone. 2026 brought a genre-defying lineup of music legends, pop icons and rock powerhouses. Before we look ahead to next summer, take a look back at the incredible artists that graced our stage this year through our recap below!
June 13: America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series with The Avett Brothers, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
As America celebrated it's 250th birthday this year, we can't think of a better way to start our season off than being a stop on the America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series tour! The free show in Hershey, Pa., featured performances from The Avett Brothers and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.
June 15: Forrest Frank on the “Jesus Generation Tour”
A re-scheduled show couldn't bring this crowd down! Singer-songwriter Forrest Frank brought the heat to our venue with an unforgettable, sold-out night under the stars. Additional performances by Tori Kelly (on June 14), Cory Asbury and The Figs made for the sweetest show.
June 20: Mumford & Sons on the “Prizefighter Tour”
From start to finish, the Prizefighter Tour was full of infectious energy. Openers Dylan Gossett and Lord Huron amped the crowd up with their sets, while Mumford & Sons carried on the remainder of the evening with both their classic and newer hits.
June 24: Chris Stapleton on the “All-American Road Show”
Four years after his first visit to Hersheypark Stadium, Chris Stapleton's All-American Road show returned to play for a sold-out crowd, featuring special guest Grace Potter.
June 26: Santana on “The Oneness Tour”
What's groovier than a warm summer night with Santana and The Doobie Brothers? We can't think of much else! Guests in attendance were treated to an evening of both group's most memorable hits.
July 11: Tim McGraw on the “Pawn Shop Guitar Tour”
The “Pawn Shop Guitar Tour” brought all the stars to Hershey, Pa., as one of only three dates that featured Lady A and The Chicks as opening acts. With five total acts on the bill that also included Timothy Wayne and 49 Winchester, Tim McGraw's visit to The Sweetest Place On Earth was nothing short of entertaining.
July 18: Thomas Rhett & Niall Horan on “The Soundtrack to Life Tour”
In what felt like a week full of “only-in-Hershey” experiences, Thomas Rhett & Niall Horan took the stage as one of only two joint Stadium performances in 2026. Whether you came for Rhett's country grit or Horan's soulful ballads, everyone in the crowd banded together to sing along to the duo's rendition of One Direction's “Steal My Girl” at the end of the night.
July 25: Five Finger Death Punch on the “20th Anniversary Tour”
The latter half of our summer featured several rock groups, including heavy metal group Five Finger Death Punch, who celebrated their 20th anniversary in style with a show that featured performances by Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire.
Aug. 1: Guns N' Roses with special guest Public Enemy
Two legendary groups made for one unforgettable night at Hersheypark Stadium. Public Enemy kicked off the night with a set that had the crowd jumping, followed by an action-packed, three-hour-long performance by headliner Guns N' Roses.
Aug. 14: Tyler Childers on the “Snipe Hunt Tour”
Rescheduled from earlier in the summer, fans couldn't wait to finally see Tyler Childers during his first visit to Hershey, Pa. Joined by singer-songwriter Evan Honer, both acts made us feel like we never wanted the night to end!
Aug. 15: Kesha on “The Freedom Tour”
In a busy weekend of outdoor concerts, Kesha performed the evening after Childers as part of her “Freedom Tour.” Joined by MEEK and Chromeo, the pop darling's show featured her greatest hits and several outfit changes.
Aug. 22: Pitbull on the “I'm Back Tour”
When global superstar Pitbull is in town, you can always count on a party, especially when Lil Jon is involved, too! This was our biggest party yet, as the show broke the venue record for total tickets distributed.
Sept. 15: Iron Maiden on the “Run For Your Lives World Tour”
Closing out a remarkable season of live entertainment, things ended on a high note as two legendary rock artists took the stage for one last summer concert. Megadeth and Iron Maiden performed all of their classics for a large crowd underneath the lights as we said goodbye to our 2026 season.
Thank you for joining us
As we close the book on another year of entertainment at our beloved venue, we look forward to welcoming you back to Hersheypark Stadium for more shows next summer! Thank you for joining us under the lights and stay tuned to our social media channels to find out which artists will be heading to Hershey, Pa., in 2027!