Mentor Announces 2026 Mentor Rocks Summer Concert Series Lineup and Schedule

MENTOR, OH — City officials have finalized the schedule for the 2026 Mentor Rocks summer concert series, securing a mix of national recording artists and popular tribute acts for the upcoming season. The series is set to return to the Mentor Civic Amphitheater on Tuesday evenings starting June 2 and will run through Aug. 25. The 2026 lineup features notable headliners, including Phillip Phillips, the 2012 American Idol winner known for his multi-platinum hit "Home," and the classic rock band Night Ranger. These national acts will join a rotation of tribute performances that typically cover a broad range of genres, from classic rock to contemporary pop. Every performance is scheduled to run from 7 to 9 p.m. at the amphitheater, which is located on the grounds of the Mentor Municipal Center at 8600 Munson Road. According to Mentor’s community relations administrator, the city’s goal is to maintain a festival-like environment that remains accessible to the entire Northeast Ohio region. The city does not charge for admission or parking, a policy that helped drive attendance to more than 130,000 people during the previous summer season. The venue features a 1,120-square-foot LED video screen to ensure those sitting farther back on the lawn have a clear view of the stage. While the music is the primary draw, the city organizes a wide array of amenities to support the crowds. A rotating selection of local food trucks will be on-site each week, along with a beer garden serving various refreshments. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating on the amphitheater’s natural grass hill. The City of Mentor established the Mentor Civic Amphitheater in 2017 to serve as a cultural hub for Lake County. Since its opening, the venue has undergone several upgrades to accommodate its growing popularity, including improved drainage for the lawn and expanded vendor areas. For the safety of all guests, city regulations prohibit outside alcohol, glass containers and pets within the amphitheater perimeter. Residents can find the full list of tribute bands and weekly updates on the official City of Mentor website or by calling the parks and recreation department at 440-974-5720. -------------------- At Cleveland 13 News, we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable reporting. If you spot an error, omission, or have information that may need updating, please email us at tips@cleveland13news.com. As a community-driven news network, we appreciate the help of our readers in ensuring the integrity of our reporting.