Fitz and the Tantrums to perform at International Tennis Hall of Fame (via International Tennis Hall of Fame)

Get ready to clap your hands, Newport! The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced that indie pop and neo-soul sensation Fitz and the Tantrums will headline the 2025 Induction Celebration, adding a vibrant musical finale to a weekend honoring tennis legends Maria Sharapova and the Bryan Brothers.

The announcement, made today, reveals that the band will take the stage on Saturday, August 23, capping off the three-day celebration with a high-energy performance. The concert is part of a reimagined Induction Celebration designed to offer attendees an unforgettable experience.

The 2025 Induction Celebration will celebrate the induction of Maria Sharapova and the Bryan Brothers into the Hall of Fame. Sharapova, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, and the Bryan Brothers, the most successful men’s doubles team in history, will be officially enshrined during the weekend’s festivities.

For those looking to attend just the Fitz and the Tantrums concert or other individual events, tickets will go on sale Monday, June 2nd.

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