Yuma Rocks announces 2026 lineup

The City of Yuma's Art and Culture Division has announced the five bands selected to perform at Yuma Rocks 2026, an annual live music event celebrating the talent and creativity of Yuma's local music scene.

Following a competitive submission process, the following bands have been selected to perform at this year's event:

• Ojalá
• Plum
• Ronni NoGood
• Val Chillmore
• Znora

"We're thrilled to bring Yuma Rocks back in 2026 and continue creating opportunities for performers to shine," said Cultural Affairs Manager Ana Padilla. "Our goal is to provide a platform for the performing arts while inspiring our community to be a part of the arts-whether as an artist, a supporter, or an audience member."

Yuma Rocks provides local musicians with the opportunity to perform on one of the community's most iconic stages while connecting audiences with the creativity, passion, and talent of the region's music scene. From rock and indie to alternative and beyond, the annual concert celebrates a variety of musical styles and showcases the diverse artists who continue to shape the area's growing music community.

The selected bands will perform on Friday, September 11, at the Historic Yuma Theatre, located inside the Yuma Art Center (254 S. Main Street). The concert begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. The all-ages event will feature concessions, beverages, and event merchandise available for purchase throughout the evening.

"I'm looking forward to working with these talented bands," said Events Operations Leader Izai Juarez. "Yuma Rocks is always a wonderful reminder of the positive impact live music has in bringing people together."

General admission tickets are $15. Purchase tickets at YumaAz.gov/YumaRocks.

For additional information, contact the Yuma Art Center at (928) 373-5202 or email [email protected].