New for 2025!!!
Kick those winter blues away with this first sweet, sweet taste of summer. Wolf Trap has announced a jam-packed season lineup at the famed Filene Center for Summer 2025.
There are unforgettable summer nights planned with superstars like Paul Simon, Maren Morris, Ringo Starr, and James Taylor; captivating Broadway performances with iconic voices like Kelli O'Hara, Sutton Foster, and Cynthia Erivo, who headlined the recent "Wicked" motion picture; soulful blues performances by Buddy Guy, Joe Bonamassa, and Taj Mahal; plus opera, family-friendly shows, films-in-concerts, and so many more coming your way in the summer of 2025.
Here’s a sampling of what’s to come this summer at America’s only National Park for the Performing Arts (learn about its unique history here). Tickets go on sale February 28 at 10 am. Plus, stay tuned in the coming months for even more show announcements.
Is it summer yet?! 🎶
Pop & Rock Music Lineup
The concert lineup at Wolf Trap this summer includes legendary hitmakers, contemporary sensations, blues and rock fan favorites, and world music phenoms. Here’s what to add to your calendar:
- May 30-31: The Avett Brothers
- June 1: HEART
- June 6-7: Paul Simon - A Quiet Celebration
- June 8: Taj Mahal + Keb' Mo'
- June 17: Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band
- June 18: James Blunt: Back to Bedlam 20th Anniversary Tour
- June 21: Buddy Guy
- June 29: The Roots
- July 2: James Arthur
- July 3: Diana Krall
- July 5: DISPATCH
- July 6: Rick Springfield - I Want My 80s Tour
- July 11: The Swell Season
- July 15: Iron & Wine + I'm With Her
- July 16: Barenaked Ladies with Sugar Ray
- July 23: Chicago
- July 24: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
- July 27: Goo Goo Dolls with Dashboard Confessional
- July 31: Emmylou Harris & Graham Nash
- August 5: Jacob Collier
- August 7: Lyle Lovett and his Large Band
- August 16: Mary Chapin Carpenter with Brandy Clark
- August 21, 23-24: James Taylor & His All-Star Band
- August 29-30: Tedeschi Trucks Band + Whiskey Myers
- August 31: UB40
- September 9: Alison Krauss & Union Station
- September 10: The Teskey Brothers with The Paper Kites
- September 12: Maren Morris
- September 13: Joe Bonamassa
- September 18: Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear
Broadway, Opera & Film Favorites
In a winning collaboration between Wolf Trap and the Signature Theatre, Broadway in the Park returns with a special theatrical performance at the Filene Center. Wolf Trap Opera returns to the Filene Center stage. Plus, kids AND adults will be raptured at classic film favorites as the National Symphony Orchestra performs the film score live.
- June 28: Broadway in the Park
- July 17: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert with the National Symphony Orchestra
- July 25: Orff - Carmina Burana with the National Symphony Orchestra
- July 26: Disney '80s-'90s Celebration in Concert with the National Symphony Orchestra
- August 1: One Night Only: An Evening with Kelli O'Hara & Sutton Foster with the National Symphony Orchestra
- August 2: Back to the Future in Concert with the National Symphony Orchestra
- August 15: Wolf Trap Opera presents Carmen
- September 7: Cynthia Erivo with the National Symphony Orchestra
Festivals, Dance & Special Events
Look forward to special celebrations of music styles, cultures, and heritages for memorable nights out. Pair that with comedy and tribute events and you've got a summer to remember.
- June 13: Mohan Sisters Live
- June 25: HAUSER
- July 9: Straight No Chaser - Summer: The 90s Part 2
- July 18: Jean-Yves Thibaudet plays Gershwin with the National Symphony Orchestra
- July 19: An Evening with David Sedaris
- July 20, 22: "Weird Al" Yankovic
- July 29: Pink Martini - 30th Anniversary Tour
- August 17: The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA
- August 3: Yacht Rock Revue
This is just a handful of shows set for summer 2025 at Wolf Trap. Get the full lineup and ticketing information at wolftrap.org and stay tuned in the coming months for even more concert and performance announcements. You won't want to miss this summer of fun at one of the Washington, DC area’s best places for live music and performing arts. Plan your summer girl’s weekend trip or fun couple’s getaway today!
Who are you most excited to see on Wolf Trap’s Filene Center stage? Tell us in the comments below and share your experiences with us on social media using #FXVA and @VisitFairfax.
