Ice Cube is proving—yet again—that legends don’t simply tour; they make moments. And on Monday, April 20, 2026, the global icon will bring his fire, force, and four decades of cultural dominance to the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre for 420 on the Rocks, presented by AEG. With Big Boi and Czarface joining the lineup, this is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying hip-hop events of 2026.

Hip-Hop Titan Returns April 20, 2026, With Big Boi & Czarface for a Monumental Night in the Rockies

This headlining return lands fresh off Cube’s critically celebrated national one-man tour, Truth to Power: 4 Decades of Attitude, where the West Coast architect delivered explosive, no-opening-act performances in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Chicago, and more. Critics weren’t just impressed—they were in awe.

Black Enterprise hailed Cube for delivering “far more than today’s typical concerts,” while the Cleveland Plain Dealer marveled that he “never sounded out of breath or out of command”—a rare feat in today’s era of backing tracks and shortcuts. Dallas Observer crowned his show “an absolute treat…not to be missed,” and Rolling Out captured the raw electricity of fans losing themselves the moment the opening beat of “F*** tha Police” cracked through the speakers “like a lightning strike.”

In short: Ice Cube did not come to play. He came to remind America that he’s still one of hip-hop’s most unshakeable pillars.

Red Rocks + 420 + Ice Cube = A Cultural Earthquake Waiting to Happen

Perched among towering sandstone monoliths and boasting some of the most revered acoustics on the planet, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is more than a venue—it’s a rite of passage for music greats. From soul icons to rock gods, the legendary Colorado stage has hosted artists who define generations.

On 420, one of the most spirited cultural days of the year, Ice Cube returns to carve his moment into the mountain.

Joining him is Big Boi, one half of the legendary OutKast and a Southern rap pioneer whose stage presence alone can turn any night into a festival.

Rounding out the powerhouse lineup is Czarface—the hip-hop supergroup featuring Inspectah Deck of the Wu-Tang Clan, 7L, and Esoteric—bringing gritty East Coast lyricism to balance this West Coast–meets–Dirty South–meets–Boom Bap collision.

Three regions. Three eras. One monumental night.

Why This Show Matters

Ice Cube performing at Red Rocks on 420 is more than an event—it’s a cultural alignment. The date, the venue, the lineup, and Cube’s unstoppable momentum form a perfect storm for fans craving authenticity, nostalgia, artistry, and pure unfiltered hip-hop energy.

Following his most successful year of touring in over a decade, this Red Rocks performance is expected to be a highlight not only of Cube’s 2026 schedule—but of the entire live music calendar.

With no gimmicks, no shortcuts, and no slowing down, Ice Cube continues to show exactly why he remains one of the most respected voices in music, film, sports, business, and culture.

Tickets & Event Details

Tickets are on sale now—Friday, November 21 at 10:00 AM MT—via RedRocksOnline.com and all official ticketing partners.
Fans who know the history of 420 at Red Rocks understand one thing: these tickets do not last.

ABOUT ICE CUBE: A LIVING BLUEPRINT OF AMERICAN CULTURE

From architecting gangsta rap with N.W.A. to becoming a multi-hyphenate mogul whose impact spans music, film, sports, and business, Ice Cube remains one of the most influential figures in modern entertainment.

His milestones include:

• Hollywood Walk of Fame inductee
• Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame honoree
• Creator of blockbuster franchises including Friday, Barbershop, 21 Jump Street, and Ride Along
• Executive producer of the Oscar-nominated blockbuster Straight Outta Compton
• Founder of BIG3, the groundbreaking professional 3-on-3 basketball league

With over $1 billion in global box office earnings, groundbreaking artistic contributions, and an unwavering commitment to storytelling, community, and cultural truth, Ice Cube continues to shape the landscape—on his own terms.

More information: IceCube.com