Interlochen has announced the first two concerts of its summer 2026 Interlochen Arts Festival: Jefferson Starship on July 29 and Joe Bonamassa and Gov't Mule on August 14. Tickets for both shows go on sale Friday, February 20 at 10am. Details are as follows:

Jefferson Starship - Runaway Again Tour
With special guests: Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall, and Orleans
Wednesday, July 29 - 7pm | Kresge Auditorium
Tickets starting at $38
Tickets on sale Friday, Feb 20 at 10am

Description: Known for powerful live shows and a legacy stacked with rock favorites, Jefferson Starship brings the Runaway Again Tour to the stage as they celebrate 50 years of music. They’re joined by Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall, and Orleans for a night filled with sing-along hits and pure summer nostalgia. Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful arena rock bands of the '70s and '80s, earning 3 platinum and 8 gold records, as well as numerous Top 40 Billboard singles. As they celebrate their 50th anniversary, the band reaches a rare milestone that only a few bands ever achieve.

Joe Bonamassa and Gov’t Mule
Friday, August 14 - 7:30pm | Kresge Auditorium
Tickets starting at $67
Tickets on sale Friday, Feb 20 at 10am

Description: Hailed as one of the defining guitarists of his generation, Joe Bonamassacommands the stage with more than 50 albums and a sound that blends raw blues power with high-voltage rock. His lightning-fast riffs and soulful phrasing fuel an experience that pulls listeners to the edge of their seats. Expect hits like “Sloe Gin” and “Blues Deluxe” from the man B.B. King called “one of a kind.”

Gov’t Mule, driven by Allman Brothers legend Warren Haynes, brings a deep, exploratory blues rock sound that has earned a devoted global following. Their 2023 release "Peace…Like a River" was praised as the band’s most heartfelt work, expanding on the grit of "Heavy Load Blues." Crowd favorites like “Banks of the Deep End” and Haynes’ beloved “Soulshine” promise a night of rich musicianship and soaring jams.

More concert announcements are expected soon as Interlochen unveils its full summer lineup. Proceeds from ticket and concessions sales support student scholarships. Tickets for all performances on campus are sold exclusively through Interlochen Center for the Arts. Tickets purchased from third party or resale websites may be incorrectly priced or not valid for entry.