Mighty Giveback 2026

JJ Grey & Mofro headline the Lincoln Theatre Outdoor Stage on Saturday, October 10, for Band Together's annual benefit concert, the Mighty Giveback. The bill runs from 5 PM to 11 PM, with The 502s and Boom Unit Brass Band opening for Grey. It's an outdoor show in downtown Raleigh, at 126 East Cabarrus Street.

This is the 25th year of the Mighty Giveback, and it's the largest benefit concert of its kind in the Southeast. It didn't start as a concert series; it began as a one-time fundraiser to help New York City firefighters after the September 11, 2001 attacks. From there it grew into an annual event that pairs live music with social change. Since 2001, Band Together has raised more than $15.4 million for over 160 charitable organizations across the Greater Raleigh area. Past headliners have included The B-52's, Lyle Lovett, Michael Franti & Spearhead, and Jason Isbell.

The 2026 edition continues the organization's 'Infinite Good' mission, with proceeds supporting its Impact Partners. One is the music partner, The Raleigh Music Collective, which grew from 12 violin students in 2019 to 223 young musicians by 2025. The others are community partners Oak City Cares and PORCH Communities. The night runs from 5 PM to 11 PM at the Lincoln Theatre Outdoor Stage, 126 East Cabarrus Street, downtown Raleigh.