Tiny Desk Contest On The Road 2026

Ticket Fee includes 1% City Amusement Tax.
NPRs Tiny Desk Contest is back on the road in 2026! Join us this summer as we travel to 10 cities for a one-of-a-kind concert, featuring the Contest winner plus two up-and-coming artists from each city. A limited number of presale tickets for NPRs Tiny Desk Contest On the Road will be available to Capital One Cardholders from 12 p.m. local time Tuesday, April 7th through 11:59 p.m. local time Thursday, April 9th. You must use an eligible Capital One credit or debit card to purchase presale tickets during the Capital One Cardholder Presale window. Excludes Capital One issued private label cards. The promo code for the Capital One Cardholder Presale is the first 6 digits of your Capital One Card. If you are unable to secure tickets at the time of presale, tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. local time on Friday, April 10th. Terms apply. See product terms for details. More information to be announced soon!

- (312) 348-0193
- General venue contact number

- Located at main box office entrance
- Valid photo ID required for pickup
- Arrive at least 45 minutes before event start
- Online ticket confirmation recommended

- Street parking available
- Nearby paid parking lots
- Limited on-site parking
- Rideshare recommended for busy events
- Public transit accessible

- ADA compliant venue
- Wheelchair accessible areas
- Companion seating available
- Must be requested in advance
- Limited number of accessible spots

- No outside food or beverages
- Valid ID required (21+ for bar areas)
- No weapons
- Clear bag policy for most events
- No professional cameras without permission

- Age restrictions vary by event
- Most shows 18+
- Some all-ages concerts permitted
- Minors must be accompanied by adult
- Check specific event guidelines