Winter Jam 2026 returned to Greenville Sc, delivering an unforgettable night of worship and high-energy and rock-n-roll. What started as a vision from Georgia natives Newsong, has now grown into one of the biggest Christian music tours in the country, and this year’s lineup proved exactly why the event continues to pack out arenas year after year.
The 2026 lineup featured Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, Hulvey, Disciple, Emerson Day, NewSong, and speaker Zane Black—a diverse group of artists that brought everything from hard-hitting rock to heartfelt worship.
Disciple absolutely rocked the house with a set that had the crowd on their feet from start to finish. This was a special set for me, not just because Disciple was one of the first bands to give me a shot as a concert photographer, but also because they’re one of my son’s favorite bands. So to be able to experience it with my son was extra special. Disciple performed a short set, including songs like “Radical,” “If You Say So,” and a heavy rock version of “Firm Foundation,” turning the arena into a full-on rock experience. Frontman Kevin Young even joked, “And this concludes the cardio portion of tonight’s show,” after one of their song’s. The night was also a special night for drummer Joey West. Not only was this a hometown show for him (Spartanburg, SC Native), it also marked His return to behind the kit following the birth of his son, making the performance even more special for Him.
Matthew West followed with an engaging eight-song set that blended humor, storytelling, and powerful moments. One standout was his cover of Casting Crowns’ “Nobody,” a song he was featured on, which he performed while walking through the crowd—bringing fans directly into the experience. The highlight of his set, however, came when he invited his daughter Lulu on stage. Together they performed “Good” and “It Is Well With My Soul,” creating a heartfelt father-daughter moment that resonated deeply across the arena.
Katy Nichole brought a powerful six-song set filled with passion and vulnerability. Between songs, she spoke openly about mental health, encouraging those who are struggling to seek help and reminding them they are not alone. She closed her set with her hit single “In Jesus Name (God of Possible),” a declaration of faith that had the entire arena singing along.
Closing out the night was the one and only Chris Tomlin, leading a six-song worship set that felt both intimate and massive at the same time. He kicked things off with a “Good Good Father / Great Are You Lord” mashup and ended the night with “Holy Forever / How Great Is Our God.” The sound of the sold-out arena singing “How Great Is Our God” together was nothing short of incredible—a powerful reminder of why Winter Jam continues to impact so many year after year.
From its beginnings in Greenville with NewSong to another sold-out year in 2026, Winter Jam remains a night where music, worship, and community come together in a truly unforgettable way.
