2026 Coves Summer Concert Calendar
All shows are rain or shine. Please check out our Amphitheater FAQ for more information.
If you are interested in joining our volunteer team, please fill out this form.
The Marshall Tucker Band
Friday, September 4 — Labor Day Weekend
Gates: 5:00 PM | Crawford & Power: 6:15 PM
The Marshall Tucker Band: 7:45 PM
Since 1972, The Marshall Tucker Band has been the sound of Southern rock done right — from “Can’t You See” to “Heard It in a Love Song,” their catalog spans 20+ studio albums and generations of fans. Fronted by original vocalist Doug Gray, the band’s blend of rock, country, and jazz influences helped define an entire genre, and they’re still touring hard, decades in.
Crawford & Power open the night.
SML Gives Tailgate at The Coves
Friday, September 4, 2026
Michael Franti
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Trampled By Turtles
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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Music with a Mission
The Coves began as a small, porch-side concert series in the fall of 2020, created to raise money for children in need. Those early, intimate performances sparked the vision for what is now a state-of-the-art amphitheater overlooking Smith Mountain Lake and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Thanks to the generosity of our volunteers, sponsors, and guests, the Coves Amphitheater Charity Partner Program has raised more than $150,000 for local charities through ticket sales, SkyBox rentals, pre-concert dinners, and donated bar tips.
Amphitheater Volunteers
The success of The Coves Amphitheater is owed in large part to the tireless efforts of our volunteer staff. From directing traffic to helping with concessions, the can-do spirit of this team elevates the experience for all in attendance, including the performers themselves.
If you’d like to join our volunteer staff, please fill out our contact form and our team will reach out to you with more information.
Amphitheater FAQs
From what to pack to where to park, our Amphitheater FAQ has you covered. It’s the quick guide to everything you need to know before heading to The Coves.
Coves Amphitheater Media Partners
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