Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds Played at Farm Aid
The duo performed a seven-song set in Virginia Beach alongside guest musicians.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Folk
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Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds performed as a duo at the Farm Aid festival held at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger introduced Matthews before the set, which featured guest appearances from I'm With Her and Jake Simpson.
Why it matters
Farm Aid serves to raise funds for family farmers and advocates for a food system centered on family-run agriculture. The festival performance highlighted this ongoing mission through a high-profile musical showcase in Virginia.
Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds delivered a seven-song set during the event. This performance occurred as the artists continued a busy tour schedule, including a performance at Bourbon & Beyond the following day.
The players
Dave Matthews
He is a singer-songwriter and lead vocalist for the Dave Matthews Band.
Tim Reynolds
He is a guitar virtuoso and longtime musical collaborator of Dave Matthews.
Abigail Spanberger
She serves as the Governor of Virginia.
Margo Price
She is a country music singer-songwriter known for her activism in the farming community.
Jake Simpson
He is a musician known for his skills on the fiddle.
The details
The set featured collaborative performances, including I'm With Her on the song 'Papertown' and Jake Simpson playing fiddle on 'Crush' and 'Ants Marching'. Matthews also joined Margo Price and Jesse Welles for additional performances during the event.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: The Oceans Calling festival was canceled.
September 26, 2026: The Farm Aid festival was held in Virginia Beach.
September 27, 2026: The Dave Matthews Band played at Bourbon & Beyond.
Industry Dynamics
This performance at Farm Aid supports the long-standing goals of the Farm Aid organization. The festival remains a prominent fixture in the live music industry for blending advocacy with large-scale touring performance.
The festival provided attendees at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater access to a collaborative performance set. Fans looking for festival alternatives should note the volatility of outdoor events, evidenced by the weather-related cancellation of Oceans Calling.
The takeaway
Collaborative festival appearances offer unique sets that differ from standard tour performances. Keeping an eye on weather reports for outdoor venues remains essential for attendees planning festival travel.
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