One of St. Louis’ most anticipated summer celebrations is back—and bigger than ever.

Music at the Intersection (MATI) returns July 17–19, 2026, transforming the Grand Center Arts District into a walkable celebration of music, art, culture and innovation. Now in its sixth year, the festival continues to honor the city’s rich musical legacy while spotlighting artists shaping the future across hip-hop, jazz, soul, R&B, funk, rock and beyond.

Delux Magazine is proud to return as an official media partner for the second consecutive year, continuing our commitment to celebrating the people, stories and creative energy that define St. Louis.

An Unmatched 2026 Lineup

MATI once again delivers one of the region’s most exciting and diverse lineups.

Festival headliners include:

  • Wyclef Jean
  • Killer Mike
  • Jon Batiste
  • PJ Morton
  • Big Freedia
  • Zapp featuring Tuxedo
  • Destin Conrad
  • Moonchild
  • LA LOM
  • Keyon Harrold
  • Rapsody
  • Andra Day
  • DJ Spinderella
  • Nubya Garcia
  • The James Hunter Six
  • Carla Thomas
  • Chris Dave
  • Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band

More than 100 national, regional and St. Louis artists will perform throughout the weekend across five stages, reinforcing MATI’s mission of celebrating both hometown talent and internationally acclaimed performers.

MATI Conference Brings Industry Leaders Together

Before the music begins each day, the MATI Conference invites artists, entrepreneurs, filmmakers, creators and innovators to participate in free educational programming designed to strengthen St. Louis’ creative economy.

Among this year’s featured conversations:

  • Murphy Lee and Kyjuan join Eric “Remrod” Mayes for From The Lou To The World: Creativity, Brotherhood, and Building A Movement, exploring the legacy of the St. Lunatics and the impact of St. Louis hip-hop.
  • Mannie Fresh and Juvenile bring their wildly popular Still 400 Podcast to MATI for a live recording, complete with audience Q&A and a special guest.

Additional sessions will explore entrepreneurship, filmmaking, branding, investing, creative business, fashion and content creation through discussions led by some of the region’s most influential voices.

MATI x Delux Presents: Mannie Fresh at The Key brings the legendary Cash Money producer and DJ back to his roots behind the turntables for an unforgettable late-night experience, powered by Liquid Assets.

Known for producing countless hip-hop classics while helping define the sound of Southern rap, Mannie Fresh continues to influence generations of artists. This exclusive event adds another exciting layer to an already unforgettable weekend. Delux is honored to partner with MATI to help bring this special experience to St. Louis. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

More Than a Music Festival

MATI continues to expand beyond traditional performances by transforming Grand Center into an immersive cultural destination.

Festival attendees can enjoy:

  • Free community block party programming
  • Live DJ performances
  • Pop-up fashion shows
  • Roller skating
  • Public art installations
  • Interactive visual art
  • Local food vendors
  • Small business marketplace
  • Family-friendly activities
  • Poetry and performance art
  • Community activations throughout Washington Avenue

Whether you’re attending a headline concert or simply exploring the neighborhood, MATI creates opportunities for every visitor to experience the best of St. Louis culture.

Built for St. Louis

Since launching in 2021, MATI has grown into one of the country’s premier destination festivals while remaining rooted in the city’s musical heritage.

Produced by Kranzberg Arts Foundation, the festival celebrates the sounds born from the Mississippi River corridor and the artists who continue to shape music around the world.

From Grammy Award-winning performers to emerging hometown talent, MATI represents everything that makes St. Louis one of America’s great music cities.

Delux Magazine’s Take

Returning as a media partner for a second consecutive year allows us to continue highlighting the artists, organizations and community leaders who make MATI more than a festival. It’s a movement that celebrates creativity, collaboration and the cultural heartbeat of St. Louis.

Whether you’re coming for Wyclef Jean, Killer Mike, PJ Morton, the MATI Conference, the Delux x Mannie Fresh experience, or simply to discover your next favorite artist, MATI 2026 promises a weekend unlike any other.

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