The Lumineers Play Back to Back Nights At Fenway Park in Boston, MA

The Lumineers lit up Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts, with back-to-back sold-out shows as part of their stop on the Automatic World Tour.

New England is deep in the dog days of summer, and Boston has felt every bit of it. Night one of The Lumineers two-night run at Fenway Park was a steamy one, but by night two, the city delivered a perfect summer evening. Fans of all ages packed the beloved ballpark for a sold-out show under clear skies and cool breezes, an ideal setting for a night of music and memories.

The Lumineers, formed in Denver, Colorado by Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites, came onto the scene with a raw, folk-rock sound that cut through the noise. Their breakout hit “Ho Hey” put them on the map in 2012, but what’s kept fans coming back is their ability to tell stories that feel deeply personal. Over the years, they’ve expanded their sound with each album, bringing in cinematic elements, emotional layers, and even more depth without ever losing what made them feel so honest in the first place.

The Saint Paul, MN band, Hippo Campus, was the first band to take the stage. They opened their set with “Sex Tape” off their 2021 EP Good Dog, Bad Dreams. It immediately grabbed the crowd’s attention with their signature blend of indie-pop charm and rhythmic precision. The band flowed effortlessly through a well-balanced setlist with “Tooth Fairy” off 2024’s Flood and the breezy summer-night tones of “Suicide Saturday” off 2015’s Bashful Creatures. The 8-song setlist set the tone for what would be a magical night of music to come.

St. Vincent took the stage next and immediately flipped the vibe. She opened with “Broken Man” off 2024’s All Born Screaming, and from that first note, it was clear we were in for something totally different. Her set was moody, theatrical, and powerful in all the right ways. Songs like “Fear the Future” and “Los Ageless” off MASSEDUCTION hit hard, blending synth, rock, and raw emotion. “Pay Your Way in Pain” off 2021’s Daddy’s Home brought this funky, off-kilter groove that somehow made perfect sense under the Fenway lights. The 10-song setlist ended with “All Born Screaming.” The entire performance added a different layer and flavor to the night to prep the crowd for the main act.

As the sun started to set on the Green Monster, The Lumineers took the stage, opening with “Same Old Song” off their 2025 album Automatic. The catchy drum beat set the tone and had fans clapping along with ease. The setlist spanned the band’s career, with fan favorites like “Angela” from their 2016 release Cleopatra and the massive radio hit “Ho Hey” off their 2012 debut The Lumineers. Before launching into “Ho Hey,” frontman Wesley Schultz turned to the crowd and said, “Alright Boston, I want to hear your voices—sing this verse for me.” The crowd didn’t disappoint. Their voices matched his volume, and he smiled, responding, “You sound loud out there.”

One moment that brought everything to a pause came during the romantic fan-favorite “Dead Sea.” As the final chorus rang out, frontman Wesley Schultz stepped back from the mic. The crowd didn’t miss a beat. Voices rose even louder, filling the venue with a wave of emotion. Schultz stood there, visibly overwhelmed, taking it all in before giving a deep bow. The cheers only grew louder as he looked out in awe, soaking in a moment that clearly meant as much to him as it did to the audience.

The band kept the surprises coming. Schultz introduced the sharp-edged “Asshole” off Automatic with a wry smile and a story, earning both laughter and knowing nods. Later, during the title track “BRIGHTSIDE,” he leapt into the crowd, weaving his way through fans, trading high-fives and hugs. The light-up wristbands handed out before the show lit up around him, creating a ripple effect of light that showed exactly where he was moving in real time. “This is the best night of the tour,” he said from the stage, and you could feel how genuine the moment was.

The show blended chaos and craft beautifully. Pianos, confetti, violins, and beautifully curated moments amplified the magic and magnetic energy the ballpark already gives. Stelth Ulvang even used his feet to hammer out chords on the piano, a moment the crowd loved and expects from him. But there were quieter, heavier moments too. “Ativan,” off their latest album, struck a chord. Schultz explained that the song wasn’t about a person. It was written as if the drug itself was whispering, “If I can’t make you happy, nobody can.” It sounded like a love song twisted through the lens of dependency and darkness. You could hear a pin drop as the crowd took in every lyric, a powerful silence broken only by the quiet hum of recognition.

The entire night was full of magic, from “Ophelia” to “Leader of the Landslide,” which featured a snippet of The Rolling Stones’ “You Can’t Always Get What You Want.” Their masterful cover of Talking Heads’ “This Must Be the Place” had the entire ballpark swaying, and the finale of “Stubborn Love” brought it all home. The band blended in Boston’s own Dropkick Murphys’ “Shipping Up to Boston,” and the crowd sang with everything they had left in them.

Their second night in the beloved ballpark felt like the first. The Lumineers don’t just write and produce beautifully crafted songs. They’ve mastered the ability to bring fans on a journey—one that stays with them long after the music fades. Every time you hear one of their songs, you’re taken right back to that moment. If you haven’t seen them live yet, don’t wait. The Automatic Tour rolls on through North America until October 14 at The Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Plenty of chances left to luminate your life and catch the magic.