Ballyhoo

Ballyhoo is a hard-touring reggae-rock band known for their infectious energy, sun-soaked grooves, and devoted fanbase that follows them from festival stages to intimate club venues. With a sound that blends reggae rhythms, punk attitude, and hook-driven alternative rock, Ballyhoo delivers the kind of live sets that turn first-time listeners into lifelong fans. Their 2026 run proves they're as busy and beloved as ever, hitting everything from craft brewery courtyards to legendary rock halls across the country. The year kicks off in grand style with an appearance at the 2026 Reggae Rise Up Festival on Sunday, June 14, sharing the bill with powerhouse acts like Iration, Tash Sultana, Tribal Seeds, and Lettuce at the Deschutes County Expo Center. From there, the band headlines an intimate summer date at New Realm Brewing in Virginia Beach before joining Bowling For Soup and rosecoloredworld on a high-energy fall co-headlining tour hitting iconic venues including Saint Andrews Hall in Detroit, First Avenue in Minneapolis, and Val Air Ballroom in Iowa — a lineup guaranteed to pack the floor and keep the party going all night. Whether you catch them on a massive festival stage or pressed close in a sweaty club, Ballyhoo consistently delivers passionate performances packed with crowd sing-alongs, undeniable groove, and genuine connection with their audience. With dates spanning the summer and fall of 2026, now is the perfect time to grab your tickets and experience one of reggae-rock's most relentlessly entertaining live acts.