The Kilby Block Party has revealed its 2027 lineup, headlined by Deftones, The Strokes, and Jungle for the annual Salt Lake City music festival. The eighth iteration of the event, which marks the 28th anniversary of the Kilby Court music venue, is scheduled to take place from May 14-16, 2027, at the Utah State Fairpark.
A Diverse Musical Lineup
The festival's 2027 roster features over 70 artists, with several acts listed alongside strategically placed question marks that hint at additional announcements in the coming weeks. High-profile performers include Fontaines D.C., Slayyyter, Lil Yachty, IDLES, Spoon, Kim Gordon, Wednesday, and Julien Baker. Other notable participants scheduled for the weekend include Atlas Sound, Wolf Parade, Iceage, Westside Cowboy, Weyes Blood, Hot Chip, Phantogram, Kurt Vile and the Violators, Silversun Pickups, Joyce Manor, Two Door Cinema Club, Twin Peaks, Mercury Rev, Ratboys, Lip Critic, and more.
Economic Impact on Utah
The upcoming festival follows a highly impactful previous year that drew significant economic activity to the region. Last year's event, which featured headliners Turnstile, The XX, and Lorde, attracted nearly 16,000 out-of-state visitors. According to festival organizers, those visitors spent an estimated $24.7 million in Utah, contributing $33.5 million to the state's GDP and supporting an estimated 419 jobs for Utah residents.
Growth of the Festival
The Kilby Block Party has grown from its origins in 2019 as a one-day event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the local all-ages music venue, Kilby Court, into a major destination for independent music fans. Organizers stated that the 2027 festival aims to continue the tradition of bringing together a collection of fans and performing artists to celebrate community and live music.
Special Performance Details
The 2027 lineup includes several artists performing specialized sets. Two Door Cinema Club is scheduled to perform a set featuring their album Tourist History, while Whitney is expected to perform Light Upon The Lake. Additionally, the lineup features the revival of solo projects, such as Atlas Sound by Bradford Cox.
Ticket Information and Pricing
Ticket sales for the 2027 festival are currently underway. A KeyBank pre-sale for three-day passes began on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. MT, with registration required for the pre-sale. General on-sale for three-day passes is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT. Three-day passes are priced starting at $245.
Expanded Artist List
The festival's expanded roster includes a wide variety of artists from the current indie festival landscape. Listed performers include Race Mount Pleasant, Grace Ives, Porches, Westside Cowboy, Lip Critic, Erika de Casier, Caroline Rose, Quiet Light, Sextile, Lowertown, Greg Freeman, Victoryland, Current Joys, Wunderhorse, Frankie And The Witch Fingers, Madra Salach, Rocket, Prostitute, Bandalos Chinos, Annabelle Dinda, Tokyo Tea Room, Dillom, Rehash, Choir Boy, Truman Sinclair, Gapyear, Heathers, Bee Blackwell, Seeking The Sun, Olympic Deth, Bonneville, Auxo., Roo Nostalgia, Cool Banana, Rally, Stage Fright, and Lillies.
Looking Ahead
The Kilby Block Party remains a central fixture for the Salt Lake City indie music scene. As the festival prepares for its eighth iteration at the Utah State Fairpark, organizers continue to expand the event's reach through diverse headliners and a growing list of international and local talent.
