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Published on 2026-04-19
Stephen Marley + Buju Banton Announce Roots & Rhymes US Summer Tour
Bringing an unparalleled live experience on the road, GRAMMY® Award-winning global reggae legends Buju Banton and Stephen Marley join forces to co-headline the Roots And Rhymes U.S. Summer Tour 2026.
It marks the first time these two icons have teamed up for a full-scale tour, taking Jamaica’s rich culture, soul, style, and spirit directly to the people. This unprecedented run kicks off June 17 at Marymoor Park in Redmond, Washington, visits legendary venues including Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado on June 24, canvases the country with an appearance at Milwaukee Summerfest on July 3, and concludes July 25 at Lakewood Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Georgia.
They will be joined on select dates by special guest Gramps Morgan of Grammy-winning reggae family Morgan Heritage, while Splackavelli will keep the vibes flowing with DJ sets throughout the tour.
Tickets are available now via the artists’ official websites. VIP packages are also available, offering unmatched access to the tour. Options include the Ultimate Roots & Rhymes Side Stage Experience, Buju & Stephen Meet and Greet Experience, Roots & Rhymes Soundcheck Experience, and VIP Exclusive Merch Package.
In the spirit of giving back to Jamaica, $2 from every ticket sold will be allocated toward the artists’ charitable foundations. One dollar from each ticket benefits the community work of the Ghetto Youths Foundation, founded by Stephen, Damian, and Julian Marley, while one dollar supports the charitable work of the Buju Banton Foundation.
About the history-making run, Buju Banton states, “I'm looking forward to sharing this experience with fans, friends and well-wishers and I'm sure Stephen Marley feels the same. It's a moment in time to experience the awesome display of reggae music and dancehall music presented by reggae warriors. Love you all and we'll see you on the road!”
Stephen Marley adds, “Looking forward to sharing the stage this summer with my long time friend Buju Banton. We have shared a long musical journey, so it’s always a blessing to get together like this. It’s going to be a powerful celebration of reggae and dancehall—see you on the road.”
Both Buju and Stephen remain renowned worldwide as captivating performers whose shows overflow with emotion, electricity, energy, and pure passion. Fans can expect an unforgettable evening of reggae classics, new music from both artists, surprise collaborations, and the raw power of two of Jamaica’s musical giants sharing one stage.
There’s nothing like the combination of Roots And Rhymes, and there’s nothing like the long-anticipated union of Buju Banton and Stephen Marley.
TOUR DATES
6/17 – Redmond, WA – Marymoor Park
6/19 – Costa Mesa, CA – Pacific Amphitheatre
6/20 – Oakland, CA – Fox Theater
6/24 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
6/26 – Dallas, TX – Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater*
6/27 – Huntsville, AL – The Orion Amphitheatre*
6/28 – Gautier, MS – The Sound Amphitheater*
7/01 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit*
7/02 – Chicago, IL – Aragon Ballroom*
7/03 – Milwaukee, WI – Summerfest
7/05 – Terre Haute, IN – The Mill Terre Haute*
7/07 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverfront Live (Outdoor)*
7/09 – Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion*
7/11 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater*
7/12 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts*
7/15 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
7/18 – Elmont, NY – UBS Arena
7/19 – Atlantic City, NJ – Hard Rock Live
7/22 – Portsmouth, VA – Portsmouth Pavilion
7/23 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater
7/24 – Charlotte, NC – The Amp Ballantyne
7/25 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre
*with special guest Gramps Morgan
