Billboard Magazine’s “Top East Coast Amphitheater” opens 2026 Season with amazing lineup
St. Augustine, Florida – Fresh off being named Billboard’s “Top East Coast Amphitheater,” the St. Augustine Amphitheatre opens its 2026 live music season with a run of performances that reinforces its national reputation.
The season begins this Friday, February 27 with the jubilant St. Paul & The Broken Bones live from The Backyard Stage at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre, followed by a sold-out performance from rock legends Styx with special guest Cheap Trick on Saturday, February 28.
March then opens with a genre-spanning celebration of live music as Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue share the stage with Juvenile on Sunday, March 1. The momentum continues with sold-out performances by Rod Stewart (March 5), MercyMe (March 15), and three nights of Widespread Panic (March 20–22).
Additional March appearances include Toto, Bret Michaels, Three Days Grace, and Parker McCollum.
April features three sold-out nights of Billy Strings (April 2-4), along with Santana, Dwight Yoakam, Mt. Joy, Trace Adkins, two nights of Goose, and more. Over 40 shows are currently on the 2026 calendar, with more concerts still to be announced.
“The 2026 lineup reflects the range and vitality of live music today, from legendary artists to rising talent,” said Cari Baker, Vice President & Chief Programming Officer for SJC Cultural Events, Inc., the 501c3 organization that operates The St. Augustine Amphitheatre.
“We’re excited about this season and how it unfolds across the calendar. Each show offers something distinct, and together they represent the level of artistry and variety audiences have come to expect from The St. Augustine Amphitheatre.”
Beyond concerts, the venue will continue hosting beloved free community events including The St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market, Night Market, Pecha Kucha, and other cultural gatherings that make The St.Augustine Amphitheatre a year-round hub for live experiences in St. Johns County.
For more information and upcoming events at The St. Augustine Amphitheatre, visit www.theamp.com
ABOUT THE ST. AUGUSTINE AMPHITHEATRE
For live music aficionados seeking an unforgettable experience, The St. Augustine Amphitheatre offers a unique, 4,800-seat outdoor venue that combines top-tier performances with passionate fans, set within the lush, natural beauty of Anastasia State Park. Consistently ranked among the top venues in North America, The St. Augustine Amphitheatre delivers world-class music in a one-of-a-kind environment. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre hosts over 100 concert and community events annually, welcoming over 330,000 visitors each year. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is operated by SJC Cultural Events, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit organization committed to enriching St. Johns County and engaging music enthusiasts worldwide through authentic cultural programming.
