SOFI TUKKER Presents: Animal Talk
SOFI TUKKER brings its Animal Talk electronic live show to The Anthem with support from Kungs and Nala. The GRAMMY-nominated duo, Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern, is known for energetic, genre-blending dance music shaped by Brazilian influences and a highly visual live presentation.
The show also supports animal welfare through SOFI TUKKER’s partnership with PLUS1: one dollar from every ticket sold will benefit local animal shelters working to improve the health and well-being of animals throughout North America.
When: October 16, 2026
Showtimes: Doors open at 6:30 PM; the show begins at 7:30 PM. Door, opening-act, and set times may change.
Tickets: Price not available
Lineup: SOFI TUKKER, with support from Kungs and Nala
SOFI TUKKER: Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern met at Brown University and formed SOFI TUKKER after moving away from their original solo plans. Their debut single, “Drinkee,” and debut album, *Treehouse*, received GRAMMY nominations. They have since released four studio albums, including *WET TENNIS* and *BREAD, butter*, and built a catalog featuring songs such as “Best Friend” and “Purple Hat,” with billions of streams and Platinum certifications across five continents.
The duo has headlined venues including Red Rocks and Forest Hills Stadium and appeared at major festivals such as Coachella and Tomorrowland. Their work has also been featured in campaigns and programming for Apple, Peloton, and Smartwater. Beyond music, they support causes including climate action and mental health, and participate in the work of FEMME HOUSE. Animal Talk, originally a party and record label, was relaunched in 2025 as a management company supporting boundary-pushing artists alongside Myles Shear, Mike Hoerner, and Bella Tamis. SOFI TUKKER’s 2026 music includes “COOK,” featuring J Balvin, released through a new partnership with Republic Records.
Kungs: The French producer from Toulon broke through internationally at age 19 with “This Girl,” his collaboration with Cookin’ on 3 Burners. The track topped charts in more than 45 countries and led to his debut album, *Layers*, in 2016. His later work includes the dance hit “Never Going Home,” the album *Club Azur*, “Substitution” with Purple Disco Machine, and “All Night Long” with David Guetta and Izzy Bizu. Kungs is scheduled to release his third album, *OUT LOUD*, in 2026, combining disco, rock, and French Touch influences.
Nala: Nala is scheduled to appear as part of the supporting lineup. The event page provides no additional performer biography.
Community support: Through PLUS1, $1 from every ticket sold will be donated to local animal shelters across North America.
Venue: The Anthem
Address: 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
Ticket logistics: Super Excellent Seats are non-transferable and must be picked up on the day of the show. Before doors open, they may be collected at the box office; after doors open, pickup is at the entrance at 900 Maine Avenue. Alternate pickup is not available for these seats.
Important note: The Anthem and Ticketmaster may cancel tickets suspected of being purchased solely for resale and may restrict those buyers from making future purchases for I.M.P. shows.