Atlanta’s award-winning venue unveils a star-studded 19-night concert series featuring global superstars, perfectly timed with the world’s biggest soccer tournament.
ATLANTA — As Atlanta gears up to welcome the world for eight FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at nearby Mercedes-Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena is set to deliver an unforgettable soundtrack to the city’s summer celebration.
The downtown venue just announced Summer Kickoff ATL, a major concert series running from early June through late July that will bring chart-topping artists and global icons to its stage for 19 nights of high-energy performances.
“We are thrilled to have this fantastic lineup of global superstars, and welcome fans from around the world to State Farm Arena this summer,” said Trey Feazell, Executive Vice President of Arena Programming for the Hawks and State Farm Arena. “As we celebrate the best of live entertainment, where music, sports and culture intersect, we’re ready to provide fans and concertgoers alike some truly unforgettable nights.”
Star-Studded Lineup Coming To State Farm Arena This Dummer
State Farm Arena’s summer schedule features a diverse mix of genres and some of the biggest names in music:
- June 8 & 9 – Megan Moroney – The Cloud 9 Tour
- June 11 – A$AP Rocky – Don’t Be Dumb World Tour
- June 12 – Summer Walker – Still Finally Over It Tour
- June 16 – 5 Seconds of Summer – Everyone’s a Star! World Tour *
- June 25 – Alex Warren – Little Orphan Alex Live! *
- June 26 & 28 – Shakira – Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour *
- July 2 – Joji – Solaris Tour *
- July 6, 8 & 9 – Ariana Grande – The Eternal Sunshine Tour
- July 11 & 12 – Tame Impala – Deadbeat Tour *
- July 17 & 18 – J. Cole – The Fall-Off Tour
- July 19 – Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire – Sing A Song All Night Long Tour
- July 22 – Louis Tomlinson – How Did We Get Here? World Tour
- July 24 – Daniel Caesar – Son of Spergy Tour
(*Denotes shows that are part of Summer Kickoff ATL)
Shakira Spotlight
A major highlight of the series comes on June 26 and 28 when Shakira brings her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to Atlanta. The Colombian superstar will perform at State Farm Arena just weeks before co-headlining the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show on Sunday, July 19. Her new single “Dai Dai,” the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Song featuring Burna Boy, is available now on all major streaming platforms via Sony Music Latin.
A Venue Built for Big Moments
Renowned for its world-class production and intimate-yet-massive atmosphere, State Farm Arena has consistently ranked among the top 10 venues worldwide for live entertainment. Located steps away from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, it serves as the perfect companion venue during Atlanta’s landmark summer as a World Cup host city.
Fans can view the full schedule and purchase tickets at StateFarmArena.com/events.
Golden Ticket Sweepstakes
To build excitement, State Farm Arena is launching a limited-time “Golden Ticket” sweepstakes. One lucky winner will receive a pair of tickets to every show on the summer schedule from June 9 through July 24. Details on how to enter are available on the arena’s website and social channels.
With Atlanta poised to be a global focal point this summer, State Farm Arena is ensuring the city’s music scene shines just as brightly as its soccer spotlight. The venue’s stacked lineup promises nights of pure celebration — where music, culture, and world-class entertainment collide in the heart of downtown Atlanta.
Did somebody say live music? That’s what Atlanta has a lot of. From the small cubby holes you’ll find in the suburbs to the elegant stages of Midtown and Buckhead, ATL has music for your ears. Check out our Atlanta Live Music Guide to see who’s performing where.
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