2026 Summer Schedule
PLEASE NOTE: Washoe County does not sell or distribute any tickets for events at Hawkins Amphitheater. For ticketing questions please direct your inquires to the responsible party linked for each event below.
No glass, pets, or smoking are permitted in the amphitheater.
Friday May 8
Fortunate Youth
Saturday May 16
Moonshine Bandits
Hailing from California’s Central Valley, Tex and Bird have built a cult-like following on grit, grind, and grassroots hustle. With a sound that mashes up backwoods bravado, hip-hop swagger, and outlaw country soul, the Bandits are as comfortable on a honky tonk stage as they are in the middle of a mosh pit.
Please Note: No coolers or outside food & drink permitted at this show. Clear bags only.
Friday May 22
The Adicts
THE ADICTS began life as the Afterbirth & The Pinz, in their hometown of Ipswich back in late 1975. They scored many Indie Chart hits in the Eighties, and are unbelievably still together, and still making great music, with the same line-up – Keith ‘Monkey’ Warren, vocals; Mel Ellis, bass; Pete Dee Davison, guitar; and Michael ‘Kid Dee’ Davison, drums – to this day.
Please Note: No coolers or outside food & drink permitted at this show. Clear bags only.
Saturday May 23
Jimmy Failla
Jiimy Failla is an American stand-up comedian, radio host, television personality, and author. He hosts the syndicated radio show Fox Across America with Jimmy Failla and the Fox News program Fox News Saturday Night. Failla is also known for his work as a cab driver turned comedian, with appearances on various television shows and a New York Times best-selling author.
Please Note: No coolers or outside food & drink permitted at this show. Clear bags only.
Saturday May 30
Brian Kilmeade
Brian Kilmeade has spent decades in the spotlight without becoming a one-note TV personality. He’s best known as a longtime co-host of Fox & Friends, but his career stretches beyond morning television into national radio, bestselling books, and prime-time hosting.
Please Note: No coolers or outside food & drink permitted at this show. Clear bags only.
Friday June 19
The Boxmasters
The Boxmasters is an American rock band founded in 2007 by W. R. Thornton and Grammy Award winning recording engineer J.D. Andrew. The group blends blues rock, country, country rock, psychobilly, rockabilly, and roots rock, with a strong 1960s British Invasion influence
Please Note: No coolers or outside food & drink permitted at this show. Clear bags only.
Wednesday July 1
Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus
TOCCATA Tahoe Symphony celebrates the music that shaped generations with an electrifying Rock n’ Roll Summer Concert Series.
From the timeless melodies of The Beatles and Elvis Presley to the anthemic energy of Queen, Journey, and David Bowie, this program brings together iconic hits audiences know and love, all reimagined through the power and color of live orchestra, chorus, and soloists.
More info and tickets: https://www.tahoesymphony.com/
Thursday July 2
Artown Presents Direct from Sweden: The Music of ABBA
“The music of ABBA” are no strangers to the incomparable sound and look of Sweden's greatest music export with meticulous attention to costumes, make-up, musical arrangements, movements and the singing, nothing is left to chance. Adding a few of Abba's live traits such as great solos, musical numbers and a complete live band with back-up singers, ensures an extra dimension unheard of in most similar productions.
More info and tickets: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7330
Saturday July 4
Tahoe Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus
Join the Tahoe Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorus for Red, White & Tahoe Blue: Pops and Patriotic Songs, a beloved Lake Tahoe and Reno summer concert tradition celebrating America's 250th anniversary through the power of live music.
Tickets: www.tahoe-philharmonic.com/concerts/
FREE TICKETS for veterans and first responders
Food Trucks: Phat N Tired, Super Swirl Ice Cream
Sunday July 5
Sierra Nevada Ballet
As part of the ARTOWN 2026 Festival, Sierra Nevada Ballet will present an exciting evening of dance, song and music, DANCING AT BARTLEY, on July 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM at Bartley Ranch in Reno. This event features live music and the eclectic styles of several choreographers including the new comic PETER AND THE WOLF by Associate Artistic Director, Ananda Bena-Weber.
FREE EVENT
More info: https://sierranevadaballet.org/
Monday July 6
Artown Presents: Monday Night Music Series
America's Sweethearts
America's Sweethearts bring a fresh, vibrant twist to the beloved close-harmony style made famous by groups like The Andrews Sisters. In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, these New York City–based performers honor the nation's rich musical legacy with crystal-clear harmonies, colorful costumes, and timeless favorites—from “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” to classics from the Great American Songbook, Broadway, 1950s pop, and jazz. With charm, energy, and a touch of old-fashioned fun, they celebrate American history through music and captivate audiences of all ages.
FREE EVENT
More info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7313
Tuesday July 7
Artown Presents an Evening with Michael Feinstein
Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band Celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Ensemble, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.
The performance will feature hits such as Because of You, Rags to Riches, I Left My Heart in San Francisco, The Best is Yet To Come, I Get a Kick Out of You, Stranger in Paradise and many more. Feinstein's dynamic interpretations, coupled with the grandeur of the big band, will create an unforgettable night that honors the legacy of Tony Bennett in all its glory.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7353
Wednesday July 8
A Celtic Summer's Eve
Presented by Shamrock Productions
The Original Fairy tale: Princess & the Medallion, features Aidan Hurff, Marina Roznitovsky, Darby Edberg, Lauren Haug & the Shamrock Irish Dance Company
The world of enchantment & fantasy, filled with magical elements, wondrous fairies, prince & princesses, evil queens, daring deeds, trickery & strange turns of events.
Our story takes place in “The Dark Forest”, the domain of a vengeful queen. All powerful, she commands a legion of fearsome warriors. But her need to control sadly overrides her deep desire to love & to be loved - as you will see.
More info and tickets: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7319
Thursday July 9
Artown Presents: An Evening with Kronos Quartet
For over five decades, Kronos has redefined the possibilities of the string quartet, transforming it into a dynamic vehicle for innovation, cultural storytelling, and social reflection. Their trailblazing spirit continues to shape the future of the artform with new voices, bold ideas, and boundary-breaking performances. Since 1973, San Francisco's Kronos Quartet — David Harrington (violin), Gabriela Díaz (violin), Ayane Kozasa (viola), and Paul Wiancko (cello) — has challenged and reimagined what a string quartet can be. Founded at a time when the form was largely centered on long-established, Western European traditions, Kronos has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the string quartet into a living art form. Today, with new voices and renewed vision, Kronos continues to forge the sound of the people and issues of our time.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7334
Friday July 10
Artown Presents an Evening with Wynton Marsalis
WYNTON MARSALIS has been described as the most outstanding jazz musician and trumpeter of his generation, as one of the world's top classical trumpeters, as a big band leader in the tradition of Duke Ellington, a brilliant composer, a devoted advocate for the Arts and a tireless and inspiring educator. He carries these distinctions well. His life is a portrait of discipline, dedication, sacrifice, and creative accomplishment.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7426
Saturday July 11
Reno Pops Orchestra presents Birth of the Blues
The Reno Pops Orchestra returns to the Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater for Birth of the Blues, featuring Eric Kao performing Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue. Jazz vocalists Cami Thompson and Kyle Rea lend their talents to this fantastic evening of music under the open sky. This family-friendly event is free to attend, but donations are encouraged to help us with our mission of presenting 5 free and low cost concerts each season.
FREE EVENT
More info:https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7495
Food Trucks: Jamaica Jerk Spot, Taco T, the Tap Wagon, and Snowie Shaved Ice
Sunday July 12
Artown Presents an Evening with Glenn Miller Orchestra
Step into the golden age of swing with one of the most legendary sounds in American music history. From humble beginnings to chart-topping success, this iconic orchestra helped define the Swing Era with unforgettable melodies, sold-out performances, and a sound that still gets audiences on their feet.
At the height of its fame, the band took on a new mission—bringing music and morale to troops during World War II—cementing its place not just in music history, but in the American story. That legacy lives on today through a world-class ensemble that continues to tour globally, performing the original arrangements that made the sound famous, alongside fresh takes in the same unmistakable style.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7336
Monday July 13
Artown Presents: Monday Night Music Series
Live from Laurel Canyon - Songs and Stories of American Folk Rock
Live from Laurel Canyon - Songs and Stories of American Folk Rock is an evening of live music and narrated stories of some of the most influential songwriters who lived in Laurel Canyon in the mid 1960's and 70's. Similar to other legendary rock and roll neighborhoods of the same era like Haight Ashbury in San Fransisco or Greenwich Village in NYC, Laurel Canyon was a community of artists who would forge a new genre of music (Folk Rock) and forever change the look, sound and attitude of American pop music. Live from Laurel Canyon celebrates The Mamas and The Papas, the Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, Doors, Crosby, Stills, Nash, Neil Young, James Taylor, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, America, and the Eagles with their own unique interpretations of some of the most iconic songs of the era.
FREE EVENT
More info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7337
Friday July 17 & Saturday July 18
AVA Ballet
The Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater at the Bartley Ranch Regional Park will come alive with ballet grace and passionate rock, dance, and alternative music as A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents Vortex, the Ballet That Rocks July 17th and 18th as part of the Artown celebration.
Artistic director Alexander Van Alstyne has choreographed an exciting contemporary ballet that will be like no other you have ever seen. Imagine ballerinas performing grande jetés to music by popular rock artists. The stage will feature scaffolding and exciting props and sets that will create a visual spectacle that cannot be missed.
Doors 7:00pm
Show 8:30pm
FREE EVENT
More info: https://www.avaballet.com/upcoming.html
Monday July 20
Artown Presents: Monday Night Music Series
The Next Generation Leahy
A true Canadian Celtic powerhouse, Next Generation Leahy is a bold and unstoppable force in the world of music. Overflowing with talent, passion, and energy, this family band of six siblings - Adele, Gregory, Angus, Cecilia, Joseph, and Evelyn - ages 15 to 24, delivers performances that light up every stage they touch.
nspired by the rich tapestry of Celtic, Irish, Jazz, French Canadian, Pop, Country, Swing Music, and many other styles, Next Generation Leahy infuses these influences into a fresh and vibrant sound that is distinctly their own. Their performances are intense, polished, and overflowing with emotion, captivating audiences with fiery instrumentals, intricate harmonies, and electrifying step dancing.
FREE EVENT
More Info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7347
Tuesday July 21
Artown Presents: an Evening with Blind Boys of Alabama, Songs in The Key of Life
The legendary Blind Boys of Alabama bring their transcendent harmonies and spiritual power to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stevie Wonder's iconic album Songs in the Key of Life. This special presentation pairs many of Stevie Wonder's classic songs with beloved selections from the Blind Boys' own celebrated repertoire, blending gospel, soul, and Americana in a joyful performance that honors both musical legacies. With over 75 years of lifting spirits and moving souls, the Blind Boys continue their mission of spreading light and love through the universal language of music.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7341
Thursday July 23
Artown Presents: Steep Canyon Rangers
Steep Canyon Rangers arrive at a moment of renewal and reaffirmation with Next Act, their 15th studio album set to be released May 22, 2026. The record represents a conscious tightening of focus: a return to the bluegrass foundations that first bound the band together, approached with the confidence and emotional range earned through years of collective evolution. It is an affirmation that bluegrass still contains endless expressive possibility. Next Act finds the Rangers sounding deeply at home in their own musical language, drawing strength from tradition while continuing to write new chapters within it.
Tickets and more info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7350
Monday July 27
Artown Presents: Monday Night Music Series
Rhinestone Cowgirls. Legendary Ladies of Country
Celebrate the legendary women of country music with Rhinestone Cowgirls: Legendary Ladies of Country Music. Three powerhouse vocalists deliver fresh arrangements of classics from Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, and Loretta Lynn to modern hits by Martina McBride and Carrie Underwood in an elegant, authentic tribute to country music's past and present.
FREE EVENT
More info: https://artown.org/event-details.asp?ID=7343
Wednesday July 29
Reno Jazz Orchestra: Trekkin' Reno: A Jazz/Rock Odyssey
Sinatra crooner and America's Got Talent finalist, Matt Mauser, joins the 17-piece Orchestra for a trek through time from brassy swing and swagger to retro horn-driven grooves and a powerful tribute to classic rock.
From Frank Sinatra's smooth swagger to Elvis's rock 'n' roll grooves, and Tom Jones's powerhouse hits, Matt Mauser brings the music of these unforgettable artists to life through dynamic performances that entertain audiences across every generation. He is praised by members of Sinatra's family for capturing the essence of Frank's music and charisma. There are very few entertainers who can traverse the vocal versatility terrain. For this performance, Matt will be tapping into his crooner and rock sensibility sides to deliver a show that will have the audience wanting more.
Tickets and more info: https://renojazzorchestra.org/
Friday July 31
Tahoe Philharmonic: Nights at the Opera
For more than two decades, Maestro James Rawie has been a familiar presence in the Lake Tahoe region, presenting orchestral and choral performances that have inspired generations of musicians and audiences alike. Now, leading the Tahoe Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus, Rawie continues that tradition with Nightz at Tahoe Opera, an inspiring summer concert celebrating some of opera's most beloved masterpieces.
Under his artistic direction the Tahoe Philharmonic will present an evening of unforgettable music by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, Bizet, and Massenet. Featuring acclaimed guest soloists, full orchestra, and chorus, the program showcases many of opera's most recognizable and emotionally powerful selections in performances designed to delight longtime opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tickets and more info: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tahoephilharmonic/2274833
August 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22
Sierra School of Performing Arts - Mean Girls
Mean Girls: The Musical, based on Tina Fey’s hit film, is a sharp, funny story about friendship, loyalty, and staying true to yourself. At North Shore High, new girl Cady Heron teams up with Janis and Damian to take down Regina George and the Plastics—but her chase for popularity puts her friendships and identity at risk. Recommended for ages 13 and up, it’s a fun and unforgettable show for a summer evening under the stars.
Tickets and more info: https://www.sspa.org/mean-girls-tickets.html
Friday September 4
A Flock of Seagulls
Saturday September 5
Winter Band Wars Festival
Saturday September 12
TBD
Saturday September 19
The Floyd
Sunday September 27
Cliff Porter
Saturday October 10
Kennedy