The Momentary Announces Expanded 2026 Music Programming Across Festivals, Outdoor, & Indoor Concerts

BENTONVILLE, Ark. - The Momentary today announced its expanding slate of 2026 music programming, further cementing its role as a premier destination for live music and culture. Spanning major festivals, outdoor concerts, indoor concerts, and a monthly electronic pop-up, the Momentary continues to attract globally recognized artists and emerging talent alike, offering audiences unparalleled live music experiences in a uniquely immersive setting.

Concerts on the Momentary's Green will once again transform the expansive lawn into one of the region's most dynamic outdoor music environments. The season kicks off April 17 with 10-time GRAMMY Award nominee and Golden Globe nominee Wiz Khalifa , joined by GRAMMY Award-winning rapper 2 Chainz , Berner, and DJ Bonics. Additional performers include Wilco (May 2), 27-time GRAMMY Award winner Alison Krauss & Union Station (May 3), Lord Huron (July 21), Death Cab for Cutie (July 25), Sierra Ferrell (August 14), Big Thief (August 19), and Chris Lake (August 29), with more to be announced. Since opening in 2020, the Momentary has welcomed iconic artists including The Roots, Wu-Tang Clan, Megan Moroney, Japanese Breakfast, Alabama Shakes, deadmau5, GloRilla, Jon Batiste, and John Legend, establishing the venue as a leading performance destination.

The summer programming will also feature Pulitzer and Grammy Award winning artist Rhiannon Giddens ' American Tunes: Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing on July 30. Joining Giddens are GRAMMY Award winners Mary Chapin Carpenter , folk and country's highly esteemed singer-songwriter,and Mavis Staples , the legendary gospel, soul, and folk singer and civil rights activist, along with the critically acclaimed Americana-folk band Hurray for the Riff Raff . The program is part of Giddens' special five-night concert series presented across the country imagined as an extension of her 2025 Juneteenth Hollywood Bowl concert in Los Angeles, joyfully celebrating the profound influence and enduring legacy of women and Black artists in shaping American folk music.

The Momentary's flagship electronic music festival, Momentous , will return November 6-7. What began as a grassroots celebration has quickly evolved into the go-to EDM festival in the region. Since launching in 2022, Momentous has doubled in size, becoming a magnet for global talent while uplifting the local electronic music community. The festival transforms the Momentary campus with world-class electronic artists, immersive visual production, and experiential programming. Previous performers include Arca, Four Tet, Flux Pavilion b2b Doctor P, Tycho, and The Polish Ambassador.

COLLIDE , the monthly nightclub-style series inside the state-of-the-art RØDE House, pairs internationally acclaimed producers with Northwest Arkansas' top local DJs for back-to-back sets that fuse global influences with hometown creativity. Upcoming performances include NASAYA b2b ford. (March 26), DOS (Random Rab b2b Lapa) (April 23), and Megan Hamilton b2b PINEO & LOEB (May 21), offering an immersive nightlife experience.

The RØDE House is also home to an indoor music series, presenting national and international touring artists in an intimate setting designed for discovery and connection. Upcoming performances include Marissa Nadler (April 12), Momma (April 26), and The Beths (June 14), among others. With its cutting-edge sound and flexible performance space, the RØDE House allows audiences to experience live music up close while further distinguishing the Momentary as a year-round home for live performance.

Through its growing slate of festivals, concerts, and immersive programming, the Momentary continues to shape the cultural landscape of Northwest Arkansas, bringing global artists and emerging voices together, while offering audiences a live music experience unlike anywhere else in the region.

Tickets and additional information are available at theMomentary.org .

THE MOMENTARY 2026 MUSIC LINEUP:

March 26 - NASAYA b2b ford.

April 12 - Marissa Nadler

April 17 - Wiz Khalifa with 2Chainz, Berner, & DJ Bonics

April 23 - DOS (Random Rab b2b Lapa)

April 26 - Momma

May 2 - Wilco

May 3 - Alison Krauss & Union Station

May 21 - Megan Hamilton b2b PINEO & LOEB

June 14 - The Beths

July 21 - Lord Huron

July 25 - Death Cab for Cutie

July 30 - Rhiannon Giddens Presents American Tunes: Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing

August 14 - Sierra Ferrell

August 19 - Big Thief

August 29 - Chris Lake

November 6-7 - Momentous Festival

About the Momentary

Opened in February 2020 in Downtown Bentonville, the Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time; and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension of Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is 'a living room' where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful. The Momentary was founded by the Walton family, based on the vision of Tom, Olivia, and Steuart Walton. Its commitment to cultivating arts and cultural experiences provides more opportunities for education, engagement, and enjoyment in our region. The Momentary welcomes all with free general admission. Offerings include live music by national and regional artists, visual and performing arts, an artist-in-residence program, culinary experiences, such as national and local chef dinners, Onyx Coffee Lab, and the sky-high Tower Bar, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, an outdoor festival space, and a retail shop. For more information, visit theMomentary.org . The Momentary is located at 507 SE E Street, Bentonville, Arkansas 72712. The Momentary's Founding Funders are Walton Family Foundation, Walmart, RØDE Microphones, The Coca-Cola Company, Tyson Family Foundation, and Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation.