Big Ears 2026 Lineup Announced!

Big Ears, the shapeshifting, multi-dimensional, genre-defying celebration of music and arts returns March 26-29, 2026, transforming downtown Knoxville, TN with more than 250 concerts, films, conversations, and exhibitions across 20+ venues. The lineup spans generations, genres, and geographies, uniting global trailblazers, iconic ensembles, and boundary-breaking new artists curated for adventurous listeners. Passes are on sale now—don’t miss a weekend of fearless artistry and transformative encounters found only at Big Ears.