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Kilby Block Party 2026: Lorde, The xx Headline Lineup!

11/19/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Kilby Block Party in Salt Lake City will run May 15–17, 2026, headlined by Lorde, The xx, and Turnstile, with 70 artists including Hayley Williams, Modest Mouse, and Blood Orange.
Three-day passes start at $249 and go on sale November 19 at 10 a.m.
Last year's event attracted more than 25,000 attendees daily, and organizers say the 2026 festival will be a major highlight for music fans.

History

Historical Context

The Kilby Block Party in Salt Lake City, scheduled for May 15-17, 2026, builds on a tradition of music festivals that gained momentum since the 1960s, exemplified by the iconic Woodstock Festival in 1969. Initially launched in 2019 to celebrate Kilby Court's 20th anniversary, the festival has expanded significantly, attracting diverse artists and audiences, reflecting its growing cultural importance in Utah's music scene.

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Story summary

The Kilby Block Party in Salt Lake City will run May 15–17, 2026, headlined by Lorde, The xx, and Turnstile, with 70 artists including Hayley Williams, Modest Mouse, and Blood Orange.
Three-day passes start at $249 and go on sale November 19 at 10 a.m.
Last year's event attracted more than 25,000 attendees daily, and organizers say the 2026 festival will be a major highlight for music fans.

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