Archived festival

Big Ears Festival took place on Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, 2026. Tickets are no longer available, but you can browse the lineup's current tour dates below.

Big Ears Festival

Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, 2026Downtown Knoxville|Knoxville, TN

23 artists performed across 4 days

Lineup by Day

Event Details

Big Ears Festival

Thursday, March 26, 20264:00 PM

Tickets no longer available

Venue

Downtown Knoxville

604 South Gay Street

Knoxville, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Ears Festival?

Big Ears Festival took place Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Downtown Knoxville in Knoxville, TN.

Who performed at Big Ears Festival?

The Big Ears Festival lineup included Shabaka, Robert Plant, Laurie Anderson, John Scofield Trio, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and 18 more artists.

Where was Big Ears Festival held?

Big Ears Festival was held at Downtown Knoxville in Knoxville, TN (604 South Gay Street).

Are tickets still available for Big Ears Festival?

Big Ears Festival took place on Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, 2026, so face-value tickets are no longer available. Browse current tour dates from the lineup above to find their next shows.

How many artists performed at Big Ears Festival?

23 artists performed at Big Ears Festival.

Big Ears Festival

Lineup

Lineup by Day

Day 1: Thursday, March 26, 2026(23 artists)

Day 2: Friday, March 27, 2026(23 artists)

Day 3: Saturday, March 28, 2026(23 artists)

Day 4: Sunday, March 29, 2026(23 artists)

Event Details

Big Ears Festival

Venue

Downtown Knoxville

Frequently Asked Questions