The Roots Are Back: Catch the Hip-Hop Band Live at the Hollywood Bowl This June

The Roots to Headline ‘A Roots Picnic Experience’ at Hollywood Bowl

The Los Angeles Philharmonic, in collaboration with Live Nation Urban, has announced the return of the GRAMMY award-winning hip-hop group The Roots to the historic Hollywood Bowl. Titled "A Roots Picnic Experience: A Great Night in Hip-Hop," the concert is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, and promises a memorable evening featuring The Roots alongside hip-hop legend NAS and special guests T.I., Bun B, and De La Soul. Tickets went on sale on January 23.

This event builds on the success of last summer’s sold-out concert, "Roots Picnic: Class of ’95," which brought The Roots’ unique curation of artists to the West Coast for the second time. That previous performance showcased an impressive lineup, including Lil’ Kim, Redman & Method Man, and many others. The upcoming concert is designed to maintain the high standards set by its predecessor, which Rolling Stone lauded as “Hip-Hop’s Greatest Festival.” Attendees can expect electrifying performances, signature tracks from The Roots, and various surprises throughout the night.

Founded in 1987, The Roots also serve as the house band for "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," solidifying their presence in both live performance and television.

As the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic for over a century, the Hollywood Bowl continues its tradition of classical music concerts and diverse programming. The venue will present classical performances every Tuesday and Thursday night, led by Gustavo Dudamel, along with other noted guest conductors. Jazz Plus nights will showcase a broad spectrum of jazz music under the guidance of LA Phil’s Creative Chair for Jazz, Herbie Hancock. Weekends will feature popular music acts, film presentations, and the KCRW Festival.

The complete schedule for the Hollywood Bowl’s 2026 season will be revealed later this month.

Ticket sales for the remainder of the summer 2026 season will follow a specific timeline:

• Subscription renewals are available now.
• New subscriptions will open on February 18.
• Group sales will begin on February 19.
• "Create Your Own" packages will be available starting March 24.
• The Hollywood Bowl Box Office will commence single ticket sales on May 5.

Programs, artists, prices, and dates are subject to change, with ticket limits possibly applying.

The Hollywood Bowl, recognized as one of the largest natural amphitheaters worldwide with a capacity of nearly 18,000, has been a staple of Los Angeles County’s cultural landscape since its official opening in 1922. Welcoming visitors from around the globe, it remains an accessible venue for music lovers, with affordable seating options available for many classical and jazz performances. In February 2025, the Hollywood Bowl received the prestigious title of Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year at the 36th Annual Pollstar Awards, marking the 18th time it has earned this recognition. For countless music enthusiasts in Southern California, the Hollywood Bowl epitomizes the summer concert experience.