Cape Cod Melody Tent:
Summer 2026 Concert Schedule
One of Cape Cod's Great Summer Traditions
The Cape Cod Melody Tent has been the heartbeat of summer entertainment in Hyannis since 1950. Nestled at 21 West Main Street, this iconic round tent venue seats approximately 2,300 guests in the round — meaning every seat is within 50 feet of the stage. There are no bad seats at the Melody Tent, which is part of what makes it one of the most beloved concert venues in New England.
The Summer 2026 season runs from early July through mid-September, with shows spanning rock, country, comedy, tribute acts, and folk. Several shows are already sold out — including John Mulaney's Saturday performance, Alison Krauss, Joe Bonamassa, Lake Street Dive, and KC and the Sunshine Band — so if you have your eye on a show, don't wait.
For anyone living in or relocating to Barnstable, the Melody Tent is one of those community anchors that makes Cape Cod summers truly special. Below is the complete schedule for Summer 2026, organized by month, with direct ticket links for every show.
Don't Miss These Highlights
- •John Mulaney: Mister Whatever — Fri Jul 24 (tickets available) & Sat Jul 25 (sold out)
- •Alison Krauss & Union Station — Tue Jul 28 (sold out)
- •Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful! — Sun Aug 23 (two shows)
- •ZZ Top — Sun Sep 13 (closing weekend)
- •Joe Bonamassa — Mon Aug 3 (sold out)
- •Lake Street Dive with Maggie Rose — Sun Aug 9 (sold out)
July 2026
| Date | Artist / Show | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jul 5 | The BOSS Project — Premier Bruce Springsteen Tribute | Buy |
| Thu, Jul 9 | Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show | Sold Out |
| Fri, Jul 10 | Little River Band | Buy |
| Sun, Jul 12 | The Disco Biscuits — Summer 2026 Tour | Buy |
| Wed, Jul 15 | Judy Collins & Richard Thompson with Zara Phillips | Buy |
| Thu, Jul 16 | HANSON | Buy |
| Fri, Jul 17 | Yachtley Crew | Buy |
| Sat, Jul 18 | POP2000 Tour — Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera & LFO | Buy |
| Sun, Jul 19 | Yachtley Crew | Buy |
| Thu, Jul 23 | Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band | Buy |
| Fri, Jul 24 | John Mulaney: Mister Whatever | Buy |
| Sat, Jul 25 | John Mulaney: Mister Whatever | Sold Out |
| Sun, Jul 26 | The Fab Four — Ultimate Beatles Tribute | Buy |
| Tue, Jul 28 | Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas | Sold Out |
| Thu, Jul 30 | EVERCLEAR | Buy |
| Fri, Jul 31 | JJ Grey & Mofro and The Wood Brothers | Buy |
August 2026
| Date | Artist / Show | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 1 | The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 2 | The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA | Buy |
| Mon, Aug 3 | Joe Bonamassa | Sold Out |
| Thu, Aug 6 | The String Cheese Incident: Just Keep Spinning Tour | Buy |
| Fri, Aug 7 | Dirty Deeds — The AC/DC Experience | Buy |
| Sat, Aug 8 | Three Dog Night | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 9 | Lake Street Dive with Maggie Rose | Sold Out |
| Thu, Aug 13 | The Wallflowers with Early James | Buy |
| Fri, Aug 14 | KC and The Sunshine Band | Sold Out |
| Sat, Aug 15 | An Evening with BOB MARLEY (5 pm show) | Buy |
| Sat, Aug 15 | An Evening with BOB MARLEY (8 pm show) | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 16 | Face 2 Face — A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel | Buy |
| Wed, Aug 19 | Russell Dickerson | Buy |
| Thu, Aug 20 | Ripe with Seven Suns | Buy |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Atlanta Rhythm Section, Pure Prairie League, Firefall & Orleans | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful! (5 pm show) | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful! (8:45 pm show) | Buy |
| Wed, Aug 26 | Collective Soul with Alan Price & The Modern Day | Buy |
| Fri, Aug 28 | Let's Sing Taylor — Taylor Swift Tribute | Buy |
| Sat, Aug 29 | Jake Owen with special guest Anna Vaus | Buy |
| Sun, Aug 30 | Get The Led Out — Led Zeppelin Tribute | Buy |
Planning Your Visit
Address
21 West Main Street
Hyannis, MA 02601
Box Office Hours
Open Daily 12–5 pm
May through September
Phone
508.775.5630
Tickets
Available online 24/7 at melodytent.org
The Melody Tent is an all-ages venue for most shows. Doors typically open 60–90 minutes before showtime. The venue is located in downtown Hyannis, within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and the Hyannis waterfront. Parking is available in nearby municipal lots.
Living Near the Melody Tent
For homeowners and buyers in Hyannis and the surrounding villages, the Melody Tent is one of the many reasons Cape Cod summers are unlike anywhere else. Imagine walking to a world-class concert on a warm July evening, then strolling back along Main Street for dinner — that's the Hyannis lifestyle.
Hyannis is Barnstable's most connected village — with the ferry to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, the regional airport, Route 6 access, and a walkable downtown that includes the Melody Tent, the Kennedy Memorial, and miles of waterfront. It's the hub of Cape Cod, and homes here reflect that energy.
Browse Hyannis Homes for SaleMelody Tent Quick Facts
- •Opened: 1950
- •Capacity: ~2,300 seats in the round
- •Season: July – September
- •Location: Downtown Hyannis
- •Tickets: Online 24/7 via etix
- •Ages: All ages (most shows)
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