When and Where Is the Zion Canyon Music Festival?
The festival is held in late September, a few miles from the main gate of Zion National Park. The 2026 edition took place Friday and Saturday, September 25-26, in the back field at The Bit and Spur, 1212 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale. The organizers now list the 2027 festival for September 24-25, 2027. Venues can change between years, so confirm the location on the official festival website before you book travel.
Springdale sits about 45 minutes east of St. George via I-15 and SR-9, and about 20 minutes beyond Hurricane.
Lineup: 2026 Performers and 2027 Updates
The 2027 lineup had not been announced when this page was last updated. Here is who played in 2026, which gives a sense of the festival's mix of regional and touring acts:
- Friday, September 25, 2026: Sgt. Splendor, Planck, The Last Light
- Saturday, September 26, 2026: Scott Pemberton O Theory, Blu Egyptian, The Alpines, Emily Hicks
Lineups are posted on the official site as they are confirmed. We update this page when the 2027 artists are announced.
Tickets and Pricing
Tickets are sold online through Stride Events, linked from the official festival website. For 2027 the festival is advertising an early-bird discount of $10 off the 2-day pass. We did not find a published 2027 base price, so we are not listing one here. Ticket prices, tiers and entry rules have changed from year to year, so use the official ticket link for current pricing. Questions can go to the festival voicemail at (435) 429-2514.
What to Expect
Coverage of the 2026 festival describes a two-day outdoor event with live bands, local food, craft beer, wine and cocktails, and local artisan booths. The setting is the draw: a small-town festival at the mouth of Zion Canyon, with red rock walls close by.
Where to Stay Near the Festival
Late September is one of the busiest stretches of the year in Zion Canyon, and Springdale rooms sell out early. If Springdale is full, Hurricane and St. George put you roughly 30 to 60 minutes away with more hotels, vacation rentals and restaurants. Browse the hotels and lodging directory to compare options, and see our Greater Zion guide for the wider region.
Parking and Getting Around
We could not find official parking or camping details for the festival, so check the festival website or Facebook page for current guidance. Springdale is a narrow canyon town with limited parking and a free town shuttle that serves the park, so plan to arrive early and allow extra time on SR-9 during fall weekends.
Things to Do Nearby
- Zion National Park: hikes, scenic drive and shuttle information
- State parks near Zion, including Sand Hollow and Quail Creek
- Things to do in Southern Utah, including more festivals and events
- Southern Utah events calendar for other concerts and festivals
