Hollywood Bowl Reveals Early 2027 Lineup: B-52s, Roots Picnic And More

HOLLYWOOD, CA — The Hollywood Bowl revealed the first details of its 2027 summer lineup Tuesday, with performances by The B-52s, The Roots and a concert celebrating the video game "The Legend of Zelda" among the events announced.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced a handful of dates ahead of the full season lineup, which is expected to be released in February.

The Hollywood Bowl's opening night is scheduled for Saturday, June 5.

A Roots Picnic Experience returns for its fourth year Friday, June 25, with a celebration of hip-hop history. Tickets for the show go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.

The B-52s will headline the annual July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with three performances July 2, 3 and 4. The shows will also feature the LA Phil performing patriotic music under conductor Thomas Wilkins.

Two shows have already sold out:

"The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert," celebrating the Nintendo video game franchise, will make its Hollywood Bowl debut Wednesday, Aug. 25.

"Taskmaster Live On Stage," based on the British comedy show, will come to the Bowl for two performances June 22 and 23.

The Bowl also confirmed the return of "Smooth Summer Jazz: Dave Koz & Friends," though a performance date has not been announced.

The 2027 season will feature appearances by conductors Gustavo Dudamel and Anna Handler, along with the start of Joe Hisaishi's tenure as composer-in-residence for the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford.

Subscription renewals opened Tuesday. New subscriptions will be available Feb. 17, 2027, followed by group sales Feb. 18 and "Create Your Own" packages March 23.

The Hollywood Bowl box office will open for single-ticket sales May 4.

Tickets and subscriptions will be available at hollywoodbowl.com or by calling 323-850-2000.