2026 85th Sturgis Rally Concerts

David Lee Roth
You won’t be able to wipe the smile from your face after you close out the first official day of the 2026 Sturgis Rally with some of the most killer rock jams ever made performed by the most insane, antic-filled frontman on earth – David Lee Roth. For the first time in 20 years, Diamond Dave is storming the Wolfman Jack Main Stage, unleashing his Van Halen mega-hits that defined generations. The setlist has been partially revealed, and it is filled with banger after banger after certified banger. Don’t miss your chance to sing along to every word to “Jump,” “Panama,” “Hot for Teacher,” “Ain’t Talkin’ ’Bout Love,” and more to close out the Buffalo Chip’s Official Sturgis Rally Kickoff Party on Friday, Aug. 7.

Throughout their career, Blackberry Smoke have embodied Georgia’s rich musical legacy, honoring the people, places, and sounds of their home state. Their latest album, Be Right Here, draws from Southern rock, blues-leaning classic rock, and rootsy vintage country, filled with vivid characters and storytelling that often plays like richly crafted short fiction.

Over the past two decades, the band has cultivated a fiercely loyal fanbase, helping propel their last six full-length albums to major chart success. Their 2021 album You Hear Georgia reached #1 on Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums chart, while 2024’s Be Right Here debuted in the top 5 on the Top Current Album Sales chart.

Touring relentlessly, Blackberry Smoke know a thing or two about life on the road — and in return, their devoted “Brothers and Sisters” fanbase travels the globe to support them. The band offers fans not just a concert, but a place to belong.

Over the years, Blackberry Smoke have brought their high-energy shows to stages across the world, including Austin City Limits, Bonnaroo, Summerfest, Glastonbury, Download UK, and many more — with no plans to slow down anytime soon.

For Blackberry Smoke, embracing the light and finding the silver lining remains at the heart of what they do best.

Learn more at BlackberrySmoke.com.

Megadeth
Saturday, Aug. 8
Catch Megadeth’s Sturgis Rally debut and step into heavy metal history. Fresh off their final album, the legendary “Big 4” thrash metal gods will unleash fan favorites as well as a rumored performance of Metallica’s “Ride the Lightning”—a song co-written by Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine during his days in Metallica. However it unfolds, expect blistering speed, earth-shaking volume, and riffs so intense they’ll melt your face clean off.

For more than four decades, Sammy Hagar has been one of rock’s most electrifying frontmen — a powerhouse singer, songwriter, and performer whose journey began far from the spotlight…

From his breakout with Montrose to his era-defining run as frontman for Van Halen, and later Chickenfoot, The Circle, and The Best of All Worlds, Hagar has delivered hits like “I Can’t Drive 55,” “Right Now,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.”

In 2025, Hagar released Encore, Thank You, Goodnight — a tribute to Eddie Van Halen co-written with Joe Satriani. A live album from his Las Vegas residency arrives October 10, 2025 via Big Machine Rock.

Beyond music, Hagar built one of entertainment’s most successful lifestyle brands including Cabo Wabo Cantina, Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, Santo Spirits, and Red Rocker Brewing Co.

A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy winner, Hagar is also a bestselling author and philanthropist through The Hagar Family Foundation.

For more information, visit RedRocker.com.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson has served as country music’s north star for nearly two decades, building a bridge between traditional country and the music of today. A 10-time GRAMMY nominee, he has been praised as “one of the greatest country singers of our time.”

A member of the Grand Ole Opry and one of the most respected songwriters of his generation, Johnson is one of only two artists in country music history to win two Song of the Year awards in the same year for “Give It Away” and “In Color.” His songs have been recorded by artists including George Strait, Willie Nelson, and Trace Adkins.

Johnson’s long-awaited new album, Midnight Gasoline, marks his first solo studio release in 14 years. Recorded at the legendary Cash Cabin Studio, the album continues the legacy of his platinum-certified That Lonesome Song and No. 1 debut The Guitar Song, delivering timeless storytelling with depth, honesty, and heart.

With decades of airplay and 30 million albums sold, you’ll sing every word to “Sweet Home Alabama”, “Simple Man” and, let’s be honest, someone will definitely yell, “Free Bird!”

Lynyrd Skynyrd joins a lineup with Lainey Wilson at the legendary venue and stage that put the Sturgis Rally on the Music Festival Map and has hosted over

1,040 Top 40 hits

533 Top 10 hits

272 No. 1 hits

from generations of hitmakers.

The best part is, things are just revving up.

Journey is one of the most popular American rock bands of all time, creating some of the best-known songs in modern music. They have continued to tour and record into the 21st century, firing on all cylinders and making sure their fans will never stop believin’.

Since the group’s formation in 1973, the band has earned 19 Top 40 singles and 25 Gold and Platinum albums. The Greatest Hits album is certified 18 times-Platinum, bringing Journey into the elite club of Diamond-certified holders.

Under the South Dakota stars, you won’t need “Watermelon Moonshine” to feel a little buzzy. Lainey Wilson’s high-octane Sturgis concert debut will do the trick just fine. This country music powerhouse will bring her signature “Bell Bottom Country” style to the Largest Music Festival in Motorcycing® on Aug. 12. With a shelf full of ACM, CMA, and Grammy Awards, plus chart-topping hits like “Heart Like a Truck” and “4x4xU,” Wilson is set to deliver a high-energy show that will have you singing along to every word.

As a rock icon and filmmaker with a unique vision, Rob Zombie has continuously challenged audiences as he stretches the boundaries of both music and film. He has sold more than fifteen million albums worldwide, and is the only artist to experience unprecedented success in both music and film as the writer/director of nine feature films including HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES, THE DEVIL’S REJECTS, THE MUNSTERS and the number one smash HALLOWEEN.

MUSIC
After four years, Rob Zombie is back with new music as he announces his latest record, THE GREAT SATAN, out on Nuclear Blast in 2026. The new music brings Zombie back to his Hellbilly roots with frenetic cuts such as “Punks & Demons,” “Heathen Days,” “(I’m a) Rock ‘N’ Roller” and “Tarantula.”

Rob Zombie has achieved great success in the music industry, first as a member of the multi-platinum band White Zombie and later as a solo artist with even greater results collecting numerous multi-platinum and gold albums along the way including Hellbilly Deluxe, The Sinister Urge and Educated Horses. Rob Zombie’s most recent record, The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy (2021), debuted at #9 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, making it his 7th consecutive solo album to debut in the top 10.

Collective Soul – Thursday, Aug. 13
Some bands just bring instant nostalgia, and this is one of them. Collective Soul returns with hits you know by heart, like “Shine,” “December,” and “The World I Know.” With more than 15 million albums sold, six Gold or Platinum releases, and seven No. 1 singles, this Georgia rock powerhouse delivers a high-energy show that reminds you why these songs have stuck around for decades.

Formed in 1991, Jackyl roared onto the scene with a high-octane blend of hard rock and Southern rock, carving out their own unapologetic space in American rock history. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1992 under Geffen Records, went double platinum and delivered smash hits like “The Lumberjack,” “I Stand Alone,” and “Down on Me.”

Known for their raw energy and electrifying live shows, Jackyl has become a mainstay at festivals and rock venues nationwide. Fronted by the unmistakable voice and chainsaw antics of Jesse James Dupree (vocals/guitar), alongside Jeff Worley (guitar), Chris Worley (drums), and Roman Glick (bass), the band has shared stages with legends like ZZ Top, Aerosmith, and Ted Nugent.

In 2022, Jackyl celebrated their 30th anniversary with a raucous performance at the iconic Full Throttle Saloon and released Jackyl 30 Coming In Hot, a testament to their enduring legacy. With no signs of slowing down, they continue to record, tour, and tear up stages across America.

For more information, visit www.jackyl.com.