Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA., March 2, 2026 – ArtsQuest is thrilled to announce that the ninth Musikfest 2026 headliner, T.I. with special guest DaBaby, will be coming to the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza on August 5, 2026.
The concert is being presented with media partner LOUD Radio. Ticket access begins Tuesday, March 3, for ArtsQuest Members and Friday, March 6, for the general public at ArtsQuest.org. For more exclusive ticket access and advance purchase opportunities, become an ArtsQuest Member today.
Aside from his contributions in entertainment, including 10 hit albums, multiple Grammy’s, Billboard BET and American Music Awards, countless blockbuster movies and top-rated television shows including, ATL, VH-1’s T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle, American Gangster and Marvel’s Antman, to name a few, Tip “T.I.” Harris has made an indelible mark on the world of business. He is an artist, entrepreneur and activist who has amassed a business empire to include a record label, a 10-year old clothing line (Akoo, which stands for “A King of Oneself”), a real estate holdings company, production company, non-profit organization (Harris Community Works), co-owner of the global streaming service, TIDAL, arts and museum curator, investor and much more.
In addition, Harris served on the Mayor of Atlanta’s Transition Team, where he focused on policy and legislation; and currently serves on the Reimagining Atlanta Task Force, aimed at creating restorative practices and a community-driven approach to addressing incarceration. He has been recognized most recently as a thought leader at the United States Capitol and during the Operation Hope and Forbes Magazine business conferences. His community focus is around driving economic mobility and equity in vulnerable, underserved communities. Harris was also awarded the first-ever “Voice of the Culture” award by ASCAP and is the host of a new #1 rated podcast, expediTIously with Tip “T.I.” Harris.
Charlotte, North Carolina, native and multi-Grammy Award nominee DaBaby began his career in 2014, quickly building buzz in his hometown that fueled his rise to national recognition. His debut project “Baby on Baby” spent 55 weeks on the Billboard 200 and featured the breakout hit “Suge,” while his first official album “KIRK” debuted at No. 1 and included the smash single “BOP.” He continues his chart dominance with “Blame it on Baby,” as “Rockstar” featuring Roddy Rich spent seven consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieved multi-platinum success, earning multiple Grammy nominations. Known for his standout collaborations, DaBaby helped propel remixes like “Levitating” by Dua Lipa and “What’s Poppin” by Jack Harlow to the top of the charts. In 2022, he teamed up with YoungBoy Never Broke Again for the joint project “Better Than You,” followed by solo releases including “Baby on Baby 2” and the EP “Call Da Fireman,” whose focus track “Shake Sumn” gained momentum with a remix featuring Sexyy Red. With more than 6.4 million global streams, 22 billboard Hot 100 entries in a single year and recognition including the XXL Freshman Class, a cover feature with Billboard and appearances on “Revenge of the Dreamers III,” DaBaby continues to expand his impact as both an artist and CEO of his label Billion Dollar baby Entertainment, most recently releasing his fifth studio album “BE MORE GRATEFUL” and solidifying his position as a prominent figure in music and culture.
About Musikfest
A total of 1,449,000 people attended Musikfest in 2025. The 11-day festival featured over 500 free performances across 16 stages located throughout both the north and SouthSides of Bethlehem. The 43rd Musikfest is scheduled for July 31 – August 9, 2026, with a special preview night on July 30, 2026. This year’s Musikfest 2026 poster artist is painter and illustrator Doug Boehm. The 2026 design holds added significance as the nation prepares to celebrate America 250, the semi quincentennial of the United States. Boehm’s artwork reflects both the joy of Musikfest and the unifying power of music during this historic moment. To see the poster and learn more about Boehm’s vision for it, along with information about the festival, visit artsquest.org/musikfest.
About ArtsQuest
ArtsQuest’s mission is to provide access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences, using arts and culture as drivers of economic development in our urban communities. ArtsQuest supports this mission through performing and visual arts, film, arts education and outreach, youth programming and a wide range of cultural events, anchored by signature venues and initiatives including its flagship event, Musikfest; the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, a centerpiece for the Valley’s artistic communities; the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks; and the LVHN, part of Jefferson Health Turn & Grind Shop, an adaptive reuse project expanding space for programming, festivals, private events and nationally touring exhibits. ArtsQuest welcomes more than 1.9 million people annually, with nearly 40 percent of its programs free to attend, generating a regional economic impact of more than $143 million annually. ArtsQuest’s Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign supports the continued growth of its mission to make the arts accessible for all.