Dominion Energy Riverrock announces music lineup, venue change for 2026

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Dominion Energy Riverrock will return for the 18th year of its festival, shifting the venue from Brown's Island to the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront.

Sports Backers officials announced on Thursday, Feb. 19, that Dominion Energy Riverrock, set from May 15 to May 17, will return for yet another year, though it will include some changes amid Brown's Island improvement project.

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Dominion Energy Riverrock will shift its 2026 footprint along the surrounding riverfront corridor, making way for the debut of the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront and becoming the space for the festival’s live music, the release said.

“Every year, one of my favorite moments from Dominion Energy Riverrock weekend is seeing the massive crowd gathered for our headliners—it’s an incredible sight,” said Meghan Keogh, event director for Dominion Energy Riverrock. “For 2026, we’re excited to collaborate with the team at the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront and bring live music into this new space along the river. Working together this year allows us to create a concert experience that feels fresh and uniquely connected to downtown and the James River. It’s a special opportunity to showcase what’s possible when partners come together to elevate the festival experience.”

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The venue will connect outdoor festival experience, framing performances against the James River and Richmond skyline, per a release. Eleven bands will take the stage for the free concerts, with officials emphasizing this year's lineup will feature a mix of local, regional and nationally recognized acts.

Live music will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 15, with Richmond's Bucko and Clay Street Unit headlining the evening.

Officials said the festival is set to feature numerous sporting events, such as trail running, yoga, mountain biking and fishing competitions.

Signature events will also return this year. This includes the Subaru Ultimate Air Dogs, the Boulder Bash and the Boulder Blitz.

Dominion Energy Riverrock Music Lineup -- Friday, May 15

• 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. -- Bucko
• 8 to 9 p.m. -- Clay Street Unit

Saturday, May 16

• 1 to 1:45 p.m. -- Dhemo
• 2:05 to 2:55 p.m. -- Cassidy Snider & The Wranglers
• 3:10 to 4:10 p.m. -- Willie Williams
• 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. -- Wolph
• 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. -- SNACKTIME
• 8 to 9:30 p.m. -- Circles Around The Sun

Sunday, May 17

• 1 to 1:50 p.m. -- Jack Stepanian
• 2:10 to 3:10 p.m. -- Deau Eyes
• 3:30 to 5 p.m. -- Illiterate Light

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