Live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, September 17th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 25, 2026) – Grammy Award-winning artist, producer, songwriter, and cultural icon Erykah Badu announces “LIVE”, a special run of dates this September featuring legendary producer The Alchemist and hip-hop pioneers De La Soul. Acclaimed rapper and songwriter Smino, along with additional special guests, will join Badu for a special show at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, September 17th for an 8:00pm show.
Spanning cities across the United States and Canada, “LIVE” brings together some of the most influential voices in music for a series of performances celebrating creativity, collaboration, and the enduring spirit of live artistry. Presented in select venues and amphitheaters throughout North America, LIVE offers audiences an opportunity to experience an unforgettable evening shaped by genre-defying music, improvisation, and the unique energy that has defined Badu’s live performances for nearly three decades.
Tickets to see this iconic musical trio go on sale Friday, June 26th via Ticketmaster, with tickets available for purchase at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, June 27th.
Erykah Badu is a multifaceted creative force whose influence spans music, fashion, art, film, wellness, and culture. Widely recognized as the “Queen of Neo-Soul,” her groundbreaking catalog, visionary performances, and genre-defying creativity have earned her critical acclaim, commercial success, and five Grammy Awards. Beyond music, Badu continues to shape cultural conversations through entrepreneurship, design, technology, and community-building initiatives, solidifying her status as one of the most influential artists of her generation.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena is one of the busiest sports & entertainment venues in the world and recently was named the “Best Casino Concert Venue” in the 2026 Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first worldwide “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size from both Pollstar and VenuesNow. The arena is also an eight-time winner of “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music and was recognized as “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards in 2026, an award Mohegan Sun Arena also won in 2024. The award-winning venue also celebrates its 25th anniversary in November 2026 with two special performances by Metallica. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit mohegansun.com/entertainment or call 1.888.226.7711. Complimentary self-parking is always available.
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