The lineup for the 2027 Kilby Block Party has been released, featuring over 70 artists for the eighth iteration of the Salt Lake City indie festival. Headliners for the event, which will be held at the Utah State Fairpark from May 14 to 16, 2027, include Deftones, The Strokes, and Jungle.
Celebrating Kilby Court's Anniversary
The festival marks the twenty-eighth anniversary of Kilby Court, the local all-ages music venue that launched the event in 2019 as a one-day block party. According to an announcement from the festival, the 2027 event aims to continue a tradition of celebrating community and live music through a diverse collection of performers.
Diverse Artist Lineup
The announced roster includes a wide array of performers, such as Fontaines D.C., Slayyyter, Lil Yachty, Two Door Cinema Club, IDLES, Spoon, Weyes Blood, Phantogram, Hot Chip, Kurt Vile and the Violators, Kim Gordon, Julien Baker, Wednesday, Joyce Manor, Iceage, Racing Mount Pleasant, Grace Ives, Porches, Westside Cowboy, and Lip Critic. Several spots in the lineup remain marked with question marks, suggesting that more artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
Ticket Sales and Availability
Ticket sales for the three-day festival are scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 29, following a presale that commenced on October 28. The festival organizers noted that early bird passes have already sold out in record time.
Economic Impact on Utah
The economic impact of the Kilby Block Party was significant during its previous iteration. Last year's festival drew nearly 16,000 out-of-state visitors to the region, who spent an estimated $24.7 million in Utah. The festival also contributed an estimated $33.5 million to the state's GDP and supported approximately 419 jobs for Utah residents.
Previous Festival Highlights
Last year's festival featured headliners such as Turnide, The XX, and Lorde, who described the event as the "coolest festival ever."
Evolution of the Festival
The 2027 Kilby Block Party represents the continued growth of an event that began as a localized anniversary celebration for Kilby Court into a destination festival for independent music fans.
