Written by The three-day festival takes place May 1 – 3, 2026 at Tom Lee Park in Memphis.
By Scott Bernstein Feb 19, 2026 • 10:07 am PST
RiverBeat returns for its third year at Memphis’ Tom Lee Park May 1 – 3, 2026. The event is headlined by Dave Matthews Band, Wu-Tang Clan and The Red Clay Strays.
The lineup features an eclectic mix of artists from legends to modern hitmakers to Memphis originals. Additional performers include Ice Cube, Lord Huron, Salt N Pepa, De La Soul, T-Pain, St. Vincent, Wale, Marshmello and Phantogram.
The festival also showcases The 502s, John Butler, Dogs In A Pile, Cheat Codes, Thievery Corporation’s Rob Garza (DJ Set) and Walshy Fire.
Memphis hip-hop veterans are well represented with performances from Memphis Rap OGz hosted by Al Kapone and DJ Kirk featuring Frayser Boy, Gangsta Blac, TELA, Kia Shine and Tom Skeemask with DJ Bizzle Bluebland and DJ Superman. Rising talent includes Lukah, Strooly and Hope Clayburn’s Soul Scrimmage.
Electronic and dance music acts include honestav, MOONLGHT, Tinzo + Jojo, Katie Loopz, DJ Squeeky and DJ Nico. The lineup rounds out with Dead Soldiers, Scotty B, Turnstyles and more, including programming directed by Lawrence “Boo” Mitchell of Royal Studios.
Three-day and Single-day tickets are on sale now.
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