August 23 at Hollywood Bowl

LOS ANGELES (July 6, 2026) – Today, Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil announced “A Concert for Venezuela,” a special benefit concert taking place Sunday, August 23, at the Hollywood Bowl. Presented in response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, the concert will raise funds to support affected communities.

Said Dudamel, “Venezuela will always be my home, and every moment, my thoughts are with the families whose lives have been forever changed by this tragedy. The suffering is immense, but so is the strength and resilience of our people. This concert at the Hollywood Bowl is an invitation to stand together and transform our compassion into action. Through our partnerships with the United Nations Development Programme and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, we can help ensure that urgent humanitarian aid reaches those who need it most, while at the same time working towards long-term recovery efforts. Every person who joins us and every contribution made is a reminder to the people of Venezuela that they are not alone. Together, through music, generosity, and hope, we will help our country heal and rebuild.

Gustavo Dudamel will lead the Los Angeles Philharmonic, with full program and a star-studded lineup of guest artists to be announced at a later date. All donations raised by the concert will be directed to Dudamel’s Earthquake Recovery to Support Venezuelan Communities fund, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF)  fund. Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic musicians will also contribute their time for this event.

“In moments of profound need, our responsibility as an institution extends beyond the stage,” said Kim Noltemy, President and CEO of the LA Phil. “We are grateful for the opportunity to provide direct financial support to relief efforts for communities in Venezuela with a $50,000 charitable donation and to stand alongside Gustavo in bringing this concert to life at the Bowl.”

The concert is Dudamel’s last as Music & Artistic Director of the LA Phil and replaces the previously titled Celebrating Gustavo at the Bowl: A Musical Legacy, which was announced in February. It will remain part of Dudamel’s celebratory week of concerts in late August honoring his extraordinary legacy with the LA Phil.

TICKETS:

Programs, artists, dates and availability are subject to change. Ticket limits may apply.

For more information on the concert, please visit: https://cms.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/4361/2026-08-23/a-concert-for-venezuela?stage=Stage

For more information on the United Nations Development Programme’s Earthquake Recovery to Support Venezuelan Communities (UNDP) fund: every.org/undp/f/helping-venezuelan-communities

For more information on the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) fund: https://www.caf.com/es/especiales/fondo-de-recuperacion-y-reconstruccion-para-venezuela/

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL 
One of the largest outdoor amphitheaters in the world, the Hollywood Bowl seats nearly 18,000 and has been the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since its official opening in 1922. As a public park owned by the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation and operated in partnership with the LA Phil, the Hollywood Bowl welcomes visitors from around the world and hosts the finest artists across all genres of music. For over a century, the Hollywood Bowl has offered some of the best entertainment value in Los Angeles—with many classical and jazz performances still offering $1 seats at the top of the venue. In April 2026, it was named Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year at the 37th Annual Pollstar Awards, marking the 18th time it has received this honor. For millions of Southern California music lovers, the Hollywood Bowl remains synonymous with summer. hollywoodbowl.com

ABOUT THE LA PHIL
Under the leadership of Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel (through August 2026), the LA Phil offers live performances, media initiatives and learning programs that inspire and strengthen communities in Los Angeles and beyond. The Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra is the foundation of the LA Phil’s offerings, which also include a multi-genre, multidisciplinary presenting program and such youth development programs as YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles). Performances are offered across four historic venues—Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, The Ford and Beckmen YOLA Center—as well as through a variety of media platforms. In all its endeavors, the LA Phil seeks to enrich the lives of individuals and communities through musical, artistic and learning experiences that resonate in our world today.

ABOUT UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the leading United Nations agency on international development. It works with 170 countries and territories to reduce poverty, strengthen governance, and build resilience through integrated solutions so nations can progress. Learn more at UNDP.

El PNUD es la principal agencia de las Naciones Unidas en desarrollo internacional. Trabaja con 170 países y territorios ayudando a reducir la pobreza, fortalecer la gobernanza y construir resiliencia a través de soluciones integradas para que las naciones puedan progresar. Más información en undp.org o en @UNDP.

ABOUT DEVELOPMENT BANK OF LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (CAF)
CAF is a development bank committed to supporting the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean and improving the quality of life in the region. Through its work, CAF promotes sustainable development and regional integration. It serves the public and private sectors, providing a wide range of financial products and services to a broad client base that includes 24 member countries, private companies, and financial institutions.