Mentor Rocks 2026: Lineup, Dates & Details for Free Summer Concert Series
Mentor, Ohio, is gearing up for another summer of free concerts with the announcement of the 2026 Mentor Rocks lineup. The series, a staple of the Northeast Ohio entertainment calendar, will run from through at the Mentor Civic Amphitheater, offering a mix of national recording artists and popular tribute bands.
This year’s roster boasts a particularly strong lineup, headlined by platinum-selling artist Phillip Phillips and classic rock icons Night Ranger. A rising country artist, whose name has yet to be revealed, will also take the stage as a featured performer. The series continues a tradition of providing accessible, high-quality entertainment, having drawn an impressive 132,550 attendees in 2025, averaging 8,284 people per performance.
The concert series kicks off on with FOREVER SEGER, a tribute to the iconic Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band. The following week, on , attendees can enjoy a double-bill featuring Tennessee Whiskey, a tribute to Chris Stapleton, and Ultimate Eric Church. Fleetwood Gold, a highly-regarded Fleetwood Mac tribute, will perform on , followed by Crazy Train, an Ozzy Osbourne tribute, on .
Phillip Phillips, known for his hit song “Home” and his 2012 victory on American Idol, will grace the stage on . The July 4th performance will feature Hotel California, a tribute to the Eagles, coinciding with Independence Day celebrations. New World Men, a Rush tribute band, is scheduled for , and Night Ranger will return to Mentor on .
The series continues through July and August with a diverse range of tributes, including Red Not Chili Peppers (a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute) on , Creep & Hollow (Stone Temple Pilots &. Alice in Chains tributes) on , and REO Survivor (REO Speedwagon / Survivor tribute) on . Just Like Pink, a tribute to P!nk, will perform on , and 7 Summers, a Morgan Wallen tribute, will take the stage on as part of CityFest. Abba Revisited, an Abba tribute, is slated for , and the series will conclude on with ESCAPE, a Journey tribute.
The August 11th performance will feature a national recording artist in the country genre, details of which are still forthcoming.
Mentor Rocks is designed to be a family-friendly event, with a festival-like atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs for lawn seating. The venue provides a relaxed setting, allowing attendees to bring outside food and non-alcoholic beverages. Coolers will be checked at the gate to ensure compliance with the policy prohibiting outside alcohol.
Beyond the music, the event will feature a selection of food vendors and a beer garden for those 21 and older. The Mentor Civic Amphitheater, established in 2017, has undergone improvements to enhance the concert experience, including improved drainage and expanded vendor areas. A 1,120-square-foot LED video screen ensures visibility for all attendees, even those seated further from the stage.
Ken Ganley KIA Mentor is the title sponsor for the 2026 Mentor Rocks series. More information about the bands and the event can be found at www.mentorrocks.info.
The success of Mentor Rocks underscores the city’s commitment to providing accessible cultural experiences for residents and visitors alike. The free concert series has become a beloved tradition, drawing crowds from across Northeast Ohio and solidifying Mentor’s position as a regional entertainment hub.