The Overton Park Shell will soon reclaim its title as the place to be for music-lovers in Memphis. The 2026 Orion Financial Free Concert Series will not only present back-to-back seasons of accessible soundscapes, but will also pay homage to iconic Shell performances, hallmarking 90 years of music and memories made under the stars.
“Get ready for an unforgettable year of fun at your favorite backyard venue. We invite Memphis—and the world—to sing, dance, and celebrate with us, just as we have done for 90 years!”
From May 9th to June 27th, the historic stage will play host to 18 different acts spanning across electronic, hip-hop, rock, funk, folk, and more—including three special features which will act as a time machine, transporting attendees back to relive legendary moments on the lawn.
- Saturday, May 9: Trouble No More presents Allman Brothers Band Historic ‘71 Recreation Show
- Saturday, May 16: Bodywerk presents Rmzi & Friends
- Sunday, May 17: Dreamfest
- Sunday, May 24: Sunset Symphony
- Thursday, May 28: Eddie 9V
- Friday, May 29: Billy Allen + The Pollies
- Thursday, June 4: East Nash Grass
- Friday, June 5: Jake Shimabukuro
- Saturday, June 6: High Fade
- Thursday, June 11: The Iguanas
- Friday, June 12: Steph Strings
- Saturday, June 13: Mustang McGee
- Thursday, June 18: The Lone Bellow
- Friday, June 19: Deanté Hitchcock
- Saturday, June 20: Brezay
- Thursday, June 25: Brother Wallace
- Friday, June 26: FreeWorld
- Saturday, June 27: Stax Music Academy
This announcement comes on the heels of the release for the 90th Birthday Shell-ebration Weekend, which kicks off on Thursday, September 10th, with a ticketed Shell Yeah! Benefit Series showcase ft. Booker T. Jones of Booker T. & the M.G.’s. Following thereafter from Friday, September 11th, through Sunday, September 13th, free festivities include:
- The Birthday Picnic: a mid-day celebration with cake, local food trucks, and live music
- Sounds of the Shell: 9 Decades of Delight presented by David Less
- The Gathering: Lifted By Love, Guided By Sound presented by Ephie Johnson, Gary Goin, Gina Neely and Princeton James Productions
- Connecting Cables: The Memphis Studio Superset celebrating Stax Records, Sun Records, American Recording Studio, Royal Studios, UNAPOLOGETIC., and Sam Phillips Studio—presented by local artists and producers Mark Edgar Stuart, Boo Mitchell, and IMAKEMADBEATS
“The Overton Park Shell has always been a gathering place for Memphis—a space where music brings us together. Orion Financial is proud to support the Free Concert Series, continuing the rich tradition of making live music accessible to all.”
Since 2012, Orion Financial has invested in the Overton Park Shell mission, to use music as the catalyst that will cultivate community. While accessibility to the arts has been subject to scrutiny, collaboration between arts organizations, economic institutions, and individual donors is critical for the cultural infrastructure in Memphis.
There are more announcements to come as the Overton Park Shell embarks on the 2026 concert season. Sponsorship opportunities are available now. Contact Natalie Wilson to learn more.
ABOUT THE OVERTON PARK SHELL
Constructed by the Works Progress Administration in 1936, the Overton Park Shell remains one of the only active Depression-era bandshells across the country. Empowered by a passion to find common ground for diverse audiences, the historic Midtown, Memphis music venue utilizes the universal language of music to build community through year-round arts and cultural programming.
For more information, please visit overtonparkshell.org.
