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# MATI 2026: Music at the Intersection
- URL: https://www.backstagecircle.com/mati-2026-music-at-the-intersection/
- Published: 2026-06-15T17:01:22.000Z
- Updated: 2026-11-06T16:37:13.000Z
- Author: Maureen Jack
- Tags: Music, Events

St. Louis' signature music festival and conference returns July 17–19, 2026, in the Grand Center Arts District — with a Jon Batiste kickoff concert at The Fabulous Fox on July 16 stretching it to a four-day run.

Now in its sixth year, MATI brings 100+ performances across five main stages, a free community block party down Washington Avenue, and programming rooted in St. Louis' deep musical heritage. The 2026 lineup spans generations and genres: Wyclef Jean, Killer Mike, Zapp featuring Tuxedo, PJ Morton, Big Freedia, Destin Conrad, Moonchild, and LA LOM.

It's equal parts festival and industry gathering — a model worth watching for anyone building roots-driven, community-funded events.

Website - [matistl.org](https://matistl.org/?ref=backstagecircle.com)