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The full lineup for Outside Lands 2026 has officially landed, with San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park set to host another genre-spanning celebration from 7th - 9th August, 2026. Topping the bill are pop disruptor Charli XCX, Australian electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL and New York rock heavyweights The Strokes. The 18th anniversary edition promises seven stages of music alongside the festival’s renowned food and beverage program, all set within one of the world’s most iconic urban parklands.

Beyond the headliners, the 2026 lineup reads like a cross-generational mixtape. Highlights include The xx, Baby Keem, Turnstile and Djo, alongside JADE, Ethel Cain and Death Cab for Cutie. Fans can also expect sets from Clipse, Wet Leg, Lucy Dacus and dozens more, underscoring the festival’s commitment to discovery across pop, indie, hip hop and electronic music.

Ticketing rolls out in stages this year, with the Loyalty and Chase presales underway ahead of the Ranger Presale on 4th March, 2026 at 12pm PT. General on sale follows on 5th March, 2026 at 12pm PT. Three-day General Admission passes start at USD $509, VIP from USD $1,249 and Golden Gate Club from USD $5,096, reflecting the premium scale of the Bay Area event.

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As well as delivering major international talent, Outside Lands continues to invest locally through its charitable arm, Outside Lands Works, which has donated more than USD $1 million over the past decade to Bay Area music and arts education programs. With a blockbuster 2026 lineup and a renewed focus on community impact, the festival is poised to remain one of North America’s defining music experiences.

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Charli XCX, RÜFÜS DU SOL, The Strokes and The xx to headline Outside Lands 2026 in San Francisco.

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Darker Waves Festival has officially announced its 2026 return, marking a comeback for the one-day event set to take place on 14th November, 2026 at Huntington City Beach in California. After a successful debut in 2023, the festival re-emerges with a renewed focus on new wave, punk and alternative nostalgia.

Leading the lineup are Morrissey and Smashing Pumpkins, bringing two of alternative music’s most iconic names to the beachfront stage. The announcement signals a strong return for the festival, blending legendary acts with a carefully curated selection of artists spanning multiple generations of the scene.

The wider bill features a stacked mix of punk and new wave pioneers including Bad Religion, Soft Cell, The Damned, Gary Numan, Buzzcocks and Circle Jerks. Alongside these established names, emerging acts such as Purest Form add a contemporary edge, reinforcing the festival’s balance between nostalgia and new talent.

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Presale tickets go live on 2nd April at 10am PST, with general sale following shortly after. With multiple ticket tiers available and demand expected to be high, Darker Waves Festival 2026 is shaping up to be a standout return for fans of alternative, punk and new wave music.

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Darker Waves Festival 2026 confirms Morrissey and Smashing Pumpkins for 14th November return.

Aura Festival has officially been announced for 2026, introducing a brand-new 4,000-capacity event set within one of Sicily’s most historic locations. Taking place from 1st - 2nd May, 2026 at the Parco Archeologico di Segesta near Castellammare del Golfo, the debut edition promises a unique fusion of underground electronic music and ancient surroundings.

Set against the backdrop of the iconic Doric Temple of Segesta and an ancient Greek theatre, the festival is designed as a daytime-to-night experience that evolves with its environment. The concept focuses on immersive sound, scenic atmosphere and a slower, more intentional approach to festival culture, positioning Aura as a distinctive new entry on the European circuit.

The inaugural lineup reflects this ethos, bringing together respected selectors including Francesco Del Garda, Oshana, Onur Özer and Quest, alongside Josh Baker and Traumer. Further support comes from Locklead, Bartolomeo, Biondo, Sensazione Stupenda and Sebastian Capacity, delivering a refined blend of house, minimal and tech sounds.

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Created by UNLOCKED, Aura Festival marks the first in a series of events aimed at pairing electronic music with culturally significant locations across Sicily. With tickets now available and a clear vision centred on connection, atmosphere and setting, the debut edition is shaping up as a standout new addition to the 2026 festival calendar.

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Aura Festival 2026 debuts with Francesco Del Garda, Oshana and Onur Özer at Parco Archeologico di Segesta.

John Summit’s Experts Only Festival has revealed its phase one lineup for 2026, confirming the return of the New York event to Randall’s Island Park on 19th - 20th September, 2026. Following a strong debut last year, the festival continues to establish itself as a key fixture in the city’s electronic music calendar.

Leading the announcement is John Summit himself, who will perform both a solo set and a special B2B with Subtronics as their collaborative project Subjohnics. The phase one lineup also features a diverse mix of global talent including Prospa, Korolova, Partiboi69, OMRI. and rising names such as Jackie Hollander, AIRRICA and MADI.

Further additions include bass and garage influences from LYNY, Taiki Nulight and Rohaan, alongside Devault, Dreya V, Gabss, Philou and Soraya. The curated selection reflects the festival’s blend of underground credibility and high-energy crowd appeal, with more artists still to be announced in the coming months.

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Presale tickets go live on 3rd April at 10am ET, with general sale following at 12pm ET the same day. After drawing tens of thousands of fans to its debut, Experts Only Festival 2026 is set to build on its early success with another major weekend of electronic music in New York City.

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Experts Only Festival 2026 reveals phase one lineup with John Summit, Korolova, Prospa and Partiboi69 set for New York return.

Snow Machine has revealed its second lineup drop for 2026, adding five new artists to its Queenstown return from 8th - 13th September, 2026. The alpine festival continues to build momentum with a focused update, as demand remains high following the sell out of first release packages.

Leading the additions are Australian hip hop heavyweights Hilltop Hoods, joined by UK chart-topper Example, Keli Holiday, The Katayanagi Twins and Trials. The new names complement an already stacked lineup featuring Chet Faker, Kanine and Ninajirachi, further strengthening the festival’s cross-genre appeal.

Set across eight stages spanning the main arena and on-mountain après locations, Snow Machine blends music with adventure in one of the world’s most scenic destinations. From slope-side parties to late-night sets, the event continues to deliver a unique mix of skiing, snowboarding and live performances.

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With limited second release packages and first release ticket-only options set to go on sale from 7th April via pre-sale, followed by general sale on 8th April, demand is expected to surge once again. As anticipation builds, Snow Machine 2026 is shaping up to be another standout edition in Queenstown.

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Snow Machine 2026 announces Hilltop Hoods, Example and more ahead of 8th - 13th September in Queenstown.

Astral Plane: Total Eclipse Festival has officially launched, announcing its debut edition for 10th - 12th August, 2026 at La Pinilla Mountain Resorts in Segovia, Spain. Positioned within the path of Europe’s first total solar eclipse of the century, the new festival introduces a concept-driven experience that blends electronic music with a rare celestial event just one hour from Madrid.

At the heart of the festival is a landmark eclipse set from Detroit techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson, who will deliver a bespoke four-hour performance timed precisely to the moment of totality. Designed to align with the shifting light and atmosphere of the eclipse, the set will transform the natural phenomenon into a fully immersive audiovisual experience.

The inaugural lineup brings together a global selection of house and techno artists, including Ellen Allien, DJ Stingray 313, Luke Slater, Ben Sims and Nicole Moudaber. They are joined by leading selectors such as Gerd Janson, Mano Le Tough and Eris Drew, alongside a wave of emerging talent and international underground names.

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Set across three stages in the Sierra Ayllón mountains, the festival will also feature talks, workshops and wellness programming alongside its music offering. With camping and accommodation options available and tickets from €165 on sale now, Astral Plane: Total Eclipse Festival positions itself as a bold new addition to the global festival landscape.

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Astral Plane: Total Eclipse Festival 2026 combines electronic music lineup with total solar eclipse experience.

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