The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys, led by co-founder Mike Love and joined by special guest John Stamos, bring their timeless surf-rock and harmonies to Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Celebrating more than 65 years of shaping summer soundtracks, the band will perform iconic hits such as “Surfin’ USA,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” and many more. This performance is part of Wolf Trap’s America250 series, which highlights the music and artists that have helped define American culture. Before the concert, a pre-performance discussion on the impact of The Beach Boys’ album *Pet Sounds* will take place on the Farmhouse Lawn at 7 PM, led by music librarian Karen I. B. McCool.
When: Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Filene Center, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182.
Showtimes: The concert begins at 8 PM, and gates open at 6:30 PM.
Tickets: Ticket prices are not specified in the source; all persons regardless of age must have a ticket, with adult and child pricing being the same. All tickets from the postponed June 7, 2026 concert will automatically transfer to this new date.
Pre-performance discussion: A discussion on the impact of *Pet Sounds* on popular American music will be held at 7 PM on the Farmhouse Lawn (to the left of the main gate), featuring Karen I. B. McCool, Music Librarian at DC Public Library.
Lineup: The Beach Boys (led by Mike Love) with special guest John Stamos.
Parking: Free parking is available but limited; carpooling is encouraged. ADA parking is available upon arrival. A Wolf Trap shuttle runs from the McLean Metro station for $5 roundtrip.
Accessibility: Sign language interpretation can be arranged with at least one week’s advance notice by emailing [email protected]. CART (Communication Access Real Time Translation) services are available when requests are made three weeks in advance. FM Loop amplification headsets are available at no charge for most performances; ask an usher upon arrival.
Note: This concert was originally scheduled for June 7, 2026 and was postponed; tickets for that date automatically transfer to July 23. The performance is part of the America250 series. Attendees may bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol; chairs are allowed only at the top of the lawn. On-site dining options include Ovations Restaurant (al fresco gourmet buffet), concessions, and picnic areas.