The Killers and Beck Will Headline Evolution Festival in Forest Park This Fall

And Blondie and Jane's Addiction are coming too

Feb 26, 2024 at 8:33 am

The Killers brought a packed crowd to Chaifetz Arena in March 2023. Now they'll be playing Forest Park as part of the second Evolution Festival. Courtesy Chris Phelps

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Evolution Festival is coming back to Forest Park this September 28 to 29, and it's bringing a host of big names. The Killers and Beck will headline the two-day festival, joined by Blondie, Jane's Addiction, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Killer Mike and more.

Other performers include Todd Rundgren, Pete Yorn, Elle King and Son Volt.

Festival organizers made the announcement this morning, saying they were excited to be coming back after launching last summer.

"We are thrilled to bring EVOLUTION FESTIVAL back to Forest Park for its second year," said festival producers Steve Schankman and Joe Litvag in a joint statement. "Building upon the success of our inaugural year, we are committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive experience that celebrates music, food, and community. We look forward to welcoming fans to what promises to be an unforgettable weekend.”

Weekend passes start as low as $129.50 and will be available for purchase this Wednesday, February 28, beginning at 10 a.m. CST. See the festival website, www.evolutionfestival.com, for more info.

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The Killers and Beck Will Headline Evolution Festival in Forest Park This Fall

Evolution Festival launched last August, featuring the Black Keys, Brandi Carlile and more. The two-day debut won raves from RFT critic Steve Leftridge, who saw every single band that played. You can read his take on the inaugural festival, and check out photos of fans, below.

25 Takeaways from the Inaugural Evolution Festival in Forest Park: Our critic caught every single band — and found a whole lot to be excited about

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