5 Things to Know about Levitt Pavilion's Do Good Fest 2026

If you’ve ever made or received a mixtape, you won’t want to be anywhere but the Levitt Pavilion this Saturday night. 

That’s when National Life Group’s Do Good Fest returns to downtown Arlington, bringing another evening of ’90s throwback fun following last year’s event headlined by Collective Soul. 

This year’s lineup features Grammy winner Lisa Loeb, whose mega-hit “Stay (I Missed You)” made her the first artist to top the Billboard Hot 100 without a record deal. The wistful ballad became a defining song from the soundtrack of the iconic ’90s rom-com Reality Bites. (Fun fact: Loeb grew up next door in Dallas—let’s pack the Levitt lawn to say, “Welcome home!”) 

Headlining the evening is Canadian alt-rock favorite Barenaked Ladies, known for “The Old Apartment,” “One Week” and, of course, “The Big Bang Theory Theme.” 

Speaking of math, science and history: Founded in Vermont in 2014, Do Good Fest expanded to Texas in 2021. The Texas event has since raised more than $300,000 to help children and families across North Texas, advancing National Life Group’s mission to fight childhood hunger and support youth mental health. This year’s concert benefits Tarrant Area Food Bank’s Ready to Learn initiative, helping children access nutritious food through in-school markets and other resources. 

Do Good Fest is a little different from a typical Levitt concert, so here are five things to know before you go. 

1. It’s all been done—or rather, it all starts— at 4 p.m. on Saturday.   

Gates open at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, with performances beginning at 5 p.m. Here’s the lineup, with times subject to change: 

• 5 pm: Emery Dunham - The 14-year-old singer-songwriter from The Colony High School opens the show as this year’s winner of Beats for Good, National Life Group’s annual program spotlighting North Texas high school musicians. The honor includes a $1,500 personal prize and a $5,000 donation to her school’s arts department. 

• 6 pm: Chad Hollister - The popular Vermont musician is a touring veteran who has opened for Bob Dylan, Paul Simon and Tom Petty. 

• 7 pm: Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories - Loeb reunites with original band members Tim Bright, Jonathan Feinberg and Joe Quigley. 

• 8:30 pm:  Barenaked Ladies - The multi-platinum headliners close out the evening. 

For Levitt first-timers: The venue is located at 100 W. Abram St., across from Arlington City Hall. 

Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Beach umbrellas and purses, outside food and beverages (other than two sealed water bottles), or bags larger than 12 by 12 inches are not allowed. Visit the festival website for the full list of approved and prohibited items. 

2. A $20 ticket purchase is required—and doubles as a donation. 

Most Levitt concerts are free, but Do Good Fest requires a ticket, with all ticket proceeds benefiting Tarrant Area Food Bank. Thanks to National Life Group’s support, your ticket helps feed local children while treating you to an evening of big-name music favorites. Children 5 and under get in free and do not need a ticket. 

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate. Advance purchase is recommended. Want to do even more good? Make an additional donation online or in person at the festival. 

3. “Pinch Me”—this lawn is going to fill up. 

Brisk ticket sales point to one of the Levitt’s bigger nights of the season. Although there’s no such thing as a bad seat on the lawn, arriving early gives you the best chance of claiming your favorite spot. 

Plan to come when gates open at 4 p.m. so you can settle in, pick up something to eat and take a cat-eye glasses selfie if you’re a Lisa Loeb fan. 

4. Most parking is free. But it helps to plan ahead. 

Visit the festival website for a parking map before heading downtown. In addition to nearby public parking spaces, options include 101 Center and Pinnacle Corporation on Abram Street east of the Levitt, along with the Tarrant County Subcourthouse and Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce lots, both a short walk away. 

Do not park in the AT&T lot at the corner of 300 W. South and 100 S. West Streets.  Also, watch for signs identifying private lots where towing is enforced. 

5. Come hungry—and “Stay” awhile. 

VIP tickets are sold out, but you can still put together your own special evening. On-site food trucks will offer barbecue, burgers, tortas, hot dogs and more. (Note that no outside food or beverage, other than sealed water bottles, are permitted.)  Downtown Arlington also has plenty of restaurants and watering holes within walking distance or a short drive. Meet friends for a (reality) bite before the gates open, or keep the evening going after the final encore. 

For tickets, event updates and festival policies, visit DoGoodFest.com/texas.