Rock For Ronnie 2026 Concert to Benefit Dio Cancer Fund

The 2026 Rock For Ronnie concert, a benefit for the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, will take place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Autry Museum of the American West in Griffith Park, Los Angeles. The event will run from 11:00 a.m. To 6:00 p.m. And feature a full day of live music, auctions, and family-friendly activities.

Lineup and Performances

Headlining the concert is Lita Ford. Additional performers include Led Zepagain, Dio Disciples, Jason Charles Miller, Legs Diamond, Whole Lotta Rosies, and Saints of Sinners. The event will conclude with a performance by Eddie Trunk’s All-Star Band, with participating musicians to be announced at a later date. Broadway World reports the full lineup.

Beyond the Music

Rock For Ronnie will offer more than just musical performances. Attendees can participate in silent and live auctions, browse vendor booths, enjoy food trucks, and meet the artists. The Garden of Hope installation will similarly return to the event. The Dio Cancer Fund highlights these additional activities.

Ticket Information

Early Bird General Admission tickets are available for $25 through February 28, 2026. Beginning March 1, 2026, General Admission tickets will be $35 in advance and $50 at the door. A limited number of VIP seating tickets are available for $95. Tickets and further information can be found at www.diocancerfund.org/events.

About the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund was established in memory of Ronnie James Dio, who passed away from gastric cancer in 2010. The fund is a privately funded 501(c)(3) charity that has raised over $2 million to support cancer research initiatives, including collaborations with the T.J. Martell Foundation, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, and UCLA School of Dentistry. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from Rock For Ronnie will benefit the Dio Cancer Fund.