{"id":217516,"date":"2026-05-02T08:04:41","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/217516\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T08:04:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T08:04:41","slug":"get-ready-for-another-concert-season-at-forest-hills-stadium-this-summer-qns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/217516\/","title":{"rendered":"Get ready for another concert season at Forest Hills Stadium this summer \u2013 QNS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Music fans across New York City and beyond are eagerly anticipating another epic season of concerts at Queens\u2019 iconic Forest Hills Stadium this summer.\n<\/p>\n

The dynamic 2026 lineup features returning music legends, like Bob Dylan and Queens\u2019 own Paul Simon, along with global stars the Zac Brown Band, Haley Williams, Wilco, the Dave Matthews Band, Erykah Badu, Bright Eyes, Zeds Dead, the Black Crowes, Jon Batiste, Geese and more!<\/p>\n

So, get your tickets and get ready to enjoy a diverse array of unforgettable performances presented by this historic, 13,000-seat stadium that Billboard has named one of the top music venues on the East Coast in 2025.<\/p>\n

The exciting 2026 season, which kicks off June 6 and runs through Oct. 10, also features Rock the Blessings: Juneteenth for the People, plus the return of All Things Go Festival.\n<\/p>\n

AXS<\/a> is the official ticketing partner for Forest Hills Stadium. Tickets and more information are available at\u202fforesthillsstadium.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the amazing lineup of shows:\n<\/p>\n

June 6 \u2013 Bright Eyes with Built to Spill
\n\"\"<\/a>Bright Eyes. Photo courtesy of Forest Hills Stadium\n<\/p>\n

June 10 \u2013 Dave Matthews Band<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The Dave Matthews Band. Photo courtesy of Forest Hills Stadium<\/p>\n

With a career spanning over 30 years, the Dave Matthews Band is one of the most influential bands in rock history. The group\u2019s infectious, distinctive sound garnered lots of early attention and a die-hard loyal fan base, catapulting them into one of the most successful touring acts of the past three decades.<\/p>\n

The band has sold more than 25 million tickets since its inception, making them the second-largest ticket-seller in history.\n<\/p>\n

Their Bama Works Fund<\/a>, established in 1999, has raised more than $65 million for humanitarian and environmental initiatives. Dave Matthews\u2019 ongoing partnership with the Nature Conservancy<\/a> has resulted in a few million trees being planted since 2020.<\/p>\n

June 13 \u2013 The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers with Southall
\n\"\"<\/a>The Black Crowes. Photo courtesy of AEG
\n\"\"<\/a>Whiskey Myers. Photo courtesy of AEG\n<\/p>\n

June 19 \u2013 Rock The Blessings: Juneteenth for the People with Israel and New Breed, Hezekiah Walker, Donald Lawrence, Smokie Norful, Jekalyn Carr, Maranda Curtis, Vincent Bohanan and SOV and Pastor Stephen A. Green and Greater Allen Cathedral Choir<\/p>\n

June 20 \u2013 Wilco with Yo La Tengo
\n\"\"<\/a>Wilco. Photo courtesy of AEG\n<\/p>\n

June 27 \u2013 Kes<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Kes. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

July 8 and 9 \u2013 Paul Simon<\/p>\n

July 11 \u2013 Sarah McLachlan with Allison Russell
\n\"\"<\/a>Sarah McLachlan. Photo courtesy of AEG\n<\/p>\n

July 17 \u2013 Djo with Pond<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Djo. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

July 18 \u2013 Zeds Dead with ALLEYCVT<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Zeds Dead. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

July 21 \u2013 Bob Dylan with Lucinda Williams, Jimmie Vaughan and the Tilt-A-Whirl Band<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Bob Dylan. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

July 23 \u2013 Caamp with Mon Rov\u00eea and Hannah Cohen<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Caamp. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Aug. 15 \u2013 Jon Batiste<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Jon Batiste. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Aug. 20, 21 and 22 \u2013 King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard ( Aug. 22 show is a Rave Show)<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Aug. 27 and 28 \u2013 Zac Brown Band with Grace Potter<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The Zac Brown Band. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Aug. 29 \u2013 Empire of the Sun with Polo and Pan, Midnight Generation<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Empire of the Sun. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Sept. 16 \u2013 Hayley Williams<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Hayley Williams. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Sept. 18 \u2013 Erykah Badu<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Erykah Badu. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Sept. 19 \u2013 David Byrne<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>David Byrne. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Sept. 25, 26 and 27 \u2013 All Things Go<\/p>\n

Sept. 29 \u2013 Dermot Kennedy with Jonah Kagen
\n\"\"<\/a>Dermot Kennedy. Photo courtesy of Forest Hills Stadium\n<\/p>\n

Oct. 2 \u2013 Geese<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Geese. Photo courtesy of AEG<\/p>\n

Oct. 10 \u2013 Foster The People with Goth Babe<\/p>\n

\u2026plus more shows to be announced!\n<\/p>\n

Queens-based entrepreneur and dad John Sanchez is an avid music lover. He told QNS that he\u2019s excited about this summer\u2019s upcoming concert series.\n<\/p>\n

\u201cI would love to see The Black Crowes sing, \u2018She Talks to Angels,\u2019 live or Zeds Dead perform \u2018Eyes on Fire,\u2019 this summer,\u201d he said. \u201cI also think it\u2019s great that local businesses benefit from the increased foot traffic.\u201d<\/p>\n

As Vice President of BQE Media and Marketing<\/a>, Sanchez helps lead a network of community newspapers and is also focused on building and supporting local businesses.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt the core of everything I do is a commitment to community \u2014whether that\u2019s helping a local business grow, building meaningful partnerships or creating spaces where people can connect,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

The stadium is located in the heart of a bustling, vibrant neighborhood, known for its trendy shops and great caf\u00e9s and restaurants. Fans can grab a pre-show bite or beverage from a wide choice of eateries, and for those who prefer to enjoy their meal inside the gates, the stadium will once again offer a wide range of vendors with tasty local options.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe stadium has been and will continue to be an economic engine for Forest Hills<\/a> and Queens, in general,\u201d Queens Chamber of Commerce<\/a> President and CEO Thomas Grech said. \u201cIts positive effect on local community \u2014 on restaurants and businesses \u2013 when it comes to actual revenue, is enormous.\u201d<\/p>\n

He added, \u201cWith most shows starting early in the evening and ending not too late, restaurants benefit \u2014 both before and after concerts.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Jr. weighed in as well, telling QNS, \u201cOne of the greatest music venues in the country, Forest Hills Stadium is a cultural and artistic heartbeat of New York City. This year\u2019s fantastic concert series lineup proves that. But arguably, the stadium\u2019s most important contribution to Queens is the immense economic activity it generates in Forest Hills and beyond. From hiring hundreds of Queens residents to attracting thousands of customers to area shops, bars and restaurants, the stadium continues to deliver for the World\u2019s Borough.\u201d<\/p>\n

He added, \u201cI look forward to what will surely be another successful concert season in 2026.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

Rob MacKay, Deputy Director of Community at the Queens Economic Development Corporation<\/a> and Director of the Queens Tourism Council, echoed that sentiment.\n<\/p>\n

\u201cForest Hills Stadium never ceases to amaze! As this year\u2019s lineup demonstrates, the concerts keep getting better and better, while the crowd experiences keep getting funner and funner. I\u2019m so proud that it all takes place in Queens.\u201d<\/p>\n

Concert-goers should have the AXS mobile app<\/a> downloaded, with tickets loaded before entering the venue.\n<\/p>\n

The stadium\u2019s popular Speakeasy Suites offer concierge services \u2013 perfect for large and small groups seeking a unique concert experience.\n<\/p>\n

Forest Hills Stadium is easily accessible via mass transit. Concert-goers can take the Long Island Rail Road from Penn Station or the E, F, M and R subway trains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Music fans across New York City and beyond are eagerly anticipating another epic season of concerts at Queens\u2019…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":217517,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[5362,310,31689,9,24,63,122,124,123],"class_list":["post-217516","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-queens","tag-concerts","tag-daily-newsletter","tag-forest-hills-stadium","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc","tag-queens","tag-queens-headlines","tag-queens-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/217516","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=217516"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/217516\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/217517"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=217516"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=217516"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=217516"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}