Rilo Kiley Will Perform California Weekend Shows
The band will play back-to-back concerts at Hollywood Forever Cemetery and the Ohana Festival.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Alternative
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Rilo Kiley will headline two consecutive concerts in California this weekend. The band is scheduled to perform at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery on Saturday before heading to the Ohana Festival in Dana Point on Sunday, September 27.
Why it matters
The back-to-back performances highlight the band's continued activity following their May 2025 reunion. These appearances mark a significant return for the group after a 17-year hiatus that began in 2008.
Rilo Kiley has completed 10 shows in 2026 following a 40-show run in 2025. The band, which formed in 1998, endured a 17-year performance gap before reuniting last year.
The players
Rilo Kiley
This indie rock band originally formed in 1998 and reunited in 2025 after a long period of inactivity.
Eddie Vedder
He is the musician who founded the Ohana Festival 10 years ago.
Pierre de Reeder
He is a musician who operates the recording studio known as 64sound.
The details
The band decided to accept the opportunity after being presented with these two consecutive dates. These shows occur as the Ohana Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary at Doheny State Beach.
Timeline
1998: Rilo Kiley formally started as a band.
2008: Rilo Kiley stopped performing for 17 years.
May 2025: Rilo Kiley reunited.
September 25, 2026: Ohana Festival begins.
September 27, 2026: Rilo Kiley performs at the Ohana Festival.
Industry Dynamics
The band's return mirrors a broader trend of 90s-era indie acts reuniting to capitalize on major festival circuits. This strategy aligns with the 10-year anniversary of the Ohana Festival to maximize audience engagement.
Fans can catch the band at two distinct venues across the state this weekend. Tickets for the festival and the cemetery show determine the access points for attendees looking to see the group.
The takeaway
The band's return to the stage demonstrates the enduring appeal of indie groups from the late 90s. Concertgoers should check venue policies for specific entry requirements ahead of this weekend's back-to-back shows.
Further reading
Learn more about the local scene in California Alternative.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Bulletin.
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