Festivals
Head In The Clouds Festival Announces 2025 Line-up with G-Dragon, 2NE1, and More
88rising is bringing Head In The Clouds Music & Arts Festival back to Los Angeles this summer, teaming up again with Goldenvoice for one of the most anticipated Asian-led festivals on the circuit.
The 2025 edition lands at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, across Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 7 at 11 a.m. PT, with payment plans available for a limited time.
After expanding globally with editions in New York City, Jakarta, Manila, and China, Head In The Clouds returns to its home base in Los Angeles. The festival continues to spotlight Asian music, food, and art, and has earned a reputation as a major platform for both rising and established talent.
This year’s lineup leans big. Headliners include G-Dragon, marking his only North American festival appearance of 2025, alongside K-pop icons 2NE1 and R&B standout Dean. DPR Ian, Rich Brian, and a DJ set from Porter Robinson add to the top tier, along with a long-awaited reunion from Higher Brothers. There’s also a mystery set titled “The Magic Show?!?” and a special 10-year anniversary finale from 88rising, expected to bring together artists from across the label’s roster.
Beyond the headliners, the lineup mixes K-pop, hip-hop, and R&B with artists like 4EVE, ARMNHMR, Bixby, DPR Artic, DPR Cream, Jonah Love, Karri, Milli, Miso, Number_i, PIAO, PISCEE, Seiji Oda, SF4AM, Stephanie Poetri, Sunkis, Tabber, WANG OK, Warren Hue, Xin Liu, Youha, Yung Kai, and YY.
Food remains a core part of the festival experience. This year’s curation is led by MAMA’S NIGHTMARKET, bringing together a range of Asian food vendors from across the diaspora.
The 2025 event also doubles as a milestone moment for 88rising, which is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Over the past decade, the company has grown into a major force in music and media, helping push Asian artists into global spaces. Its roster includes Joji, Jackson Wang, NIKI, and Rich Brian, among others, and it has expanded into film and cultural projects, including work on Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and the Sundance-premiering film Jamojaya.
Festival passes start at $300 for two-day general admission and $450 for VIP, with all fees included. For those looking for a more premium experience, the 1999 Club offers perks like a private entrance, air-conditioned lounge, dedicated viewing areas, and concierge service, with passes priced at $800.
Head In The Clouds is also contributing to local relief efforts. In partnership with the Rose Bowl Operating Company, Goldenvoice’s Pasadena festivals have donated $250,000 to the Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund, supporting nonprofits responding to wildfire impacts in the area.
With a stacked lineup, a major anniversary, and its signature mix of culture and community, Head In The Clouds 2025 looks set to be one of the standout festivals of the summer.
More information on the festival’s website.
HITC LA HEADLINERS
G-Dragon 2NE1
Dean DPR Ian Rich Brian
Porter Robinson Higher Brothers
THE MAGIC SHOW?!?
88rising’s 10-year Anniversary Finale
HITC LA SUBHEADLINERS
4EVE ARMNHMR
Bixby
DPR Artic & DPR Cream Jonah Love
Karri Milli Miso
Number_i PIAO PISCEE
Seiji Oda SF4AM
Stephanie Poetri Sunkis Tabber
WANG OK
Warren Hue Xin Liu Youha Yung Kai YY
Festivals
Osheaga 2026 Reveals Daily Schedule
The annual ritual every Osheaga fan both loves and dreads has arrived. The festival has officially unveiled its daily schedule for the 2026 edition, giving attendees their first look at who will be playing when across Parc Jean-Drapeau from July 31 to August 2.
As always, the release of set times brings excitement, anticipation, and plenty of scheduling headaches. With major headliners, breakout stars, indie favourites, and hometown talent spread across six stages, fans will once again be forced to make some difficult decisions throughout the weekend.
Here’s a closer look at some of the biggest moments and potential conflicts from each day.
Friday, July 31
Friday eases festival-goers into the weekend before building toward a stacked evening lineup led by Twenty One Pilots, The XX, and The Neighbourhood on the Bell River Stage.
The day begins with performances from Super Plage, Wunderhorse, Wet Leg, and Moses Belanger before momentum picks up in the afternoon. One of the first notable clashes arrives when Kehlani takes the Mountain Stage while Amber Mark performs on the Forest Stage and Billie Marten appears on the Valley Stage.
The evening presents some particularly difficult choices. Fans of alternative rock will have to decide between The XX and rising Japanese sensation YOASOBI, whose set overlaps with portions of the night.
Another major conflict comes later when Brutalismus 3000 and JID perform simultaneously. Those looking for a high-energy electronic experience may head toward the Coca-Cola Stage, while hip-hop fans will likely be making a run toward the Valley Stage.
The festival’s opening night closes with Twenty One Pilots on the main stage, while Geese and Amelie Lens provide compelling alternatives elsewhere across the site.
Friday Highlights
- Twenty One Pilots
- The XX
- The Neighbourhood
- Kehlani
- YOASOBI
- JID
- Amelie Lens
- Wet Leg
- Wunderhorse
- Geese
Saturday, August 1
Saturday may feature the weekend’s most relentless run of performances from top to bottom.
The day starts with sets from Baby Nova, Wolf Parade, Stella Lefty, Laura Scavo, and Fanclubwallet before quickly transitioning into a packed afternoon. Fans of indie and alternative music will have several choices throughout the day, including Villager, Kingfishr, and AJ Tracey.
One of the day’s biggest talking points will be the overlap between Little Simz, followed by Franz Ferdinand’s set. Both artists are expected to draw large crowds and appeal to different corners of the Osheaga audience.
As night falls, things only get tougher. Punk fans will likely gravitate toward Viagra Boys and Turnstile, while electronic fans may be tempted by Odd Mob and Kettama. Meanwhile, indie pop fans will be trying to squeeze in as much of Sombr as possible before heading to the main stage.
The evening culminates with Canadian pop superstar Tate McRae closing the Bell River Stage, while electronic powerhouse Empire of the Sun headlines the Forest Stage.
Saturday Highlights
- Tate McRae
- Empire of the Sun
- Turnstile
- Franz Ferdinand
- Little Simz
- Viagra Boys
- Wolf Parade
- AJ Tracey
- Sombr
- Kettama
Sunday, August 2
The festival’s final day delivers arguably the strongest collection of pop talent across the entire weekend.
Things begin with Valley, Amble, Between Friends, and Tia Wood before the afternoon ramps up with performances from Mother Mother, Paris Paloma, Billie du Page, and Of Monsters and Men.
One of the biggest scheduling dilemmas of the weekend arrives during the evening stretch. Fans hoping to catch Zara Larsson, SG Lewis, and Gunna will need to carefully plan their route through the grounds, as several of the performances overlap.
The night’s final run is packed with major draws. Lorde headlines the Bell River Stage while Major Lazer closes the Forest Stage. At the same time, electronic fans can head to Space 92’s special Popof-presented Turbo Recordings set, while alternative music fans may find themselves torn between Not For Radio, Horsegiirl, and Subtronics.
Sunday offers a fitting finale to what looks like one of Osheaga’s most diverse lineups in recent memory.
Sunday Highlights
- Lorde
- Major Lazer
- Zara Larsson
- Gunna
- SG Lewis
- Mother Mother
- Of Monsters and Men
- Paris Paloma
- Valley
- Horsegiirl
Start Planning Now
With the daily schedule now available, fans can finally begin mapping out their weekends and preparing for the inevitable conflicts that come with a lineup this deep.
Whether you’re heading to Parc Jean-Drapeau for the headliners, discovering your next favourite artist, or trying to sprint between stages to catch a little bit of everything, Osheaga 2026 is shaping up to deliver another unforgettable weekend in Montreal.
Tickets and additional festival information are available through the official Osheaga website.
Festivals
Riot Fest 2026 Brings Tool, Alanis Morissette, Morrissey, and Twenty One Pilots to Chicago
Chicago’s beloved punk and alternative festival, Riot Fest, is back with another stacked lineup for 2026. The three-day event returns to Douglass Park from September 18-20, bringing together more than 100 artists across punk, rock, indie, metal, and alternative music.
Leading this year’s lineup are Tool, Alanis Morissette, Morrissey, Twenty One Pilots, and Pierce the Veil. The festival continues its tradition of mixing legendary names with newer acts and cult favorites.
Other major artists on the bill include Patti Smith and her band, Elvis Costello & The Imposters, Santigold, Pixies, Rise Against, Bad Religion, Taking Back Sunday, Social Distortion, The All-American Rejects, and Bright Eyes.
Fans of heavier and more chaotic sets will have plenty to look forward to with appearances from GWAR, Chat Pile, Melt-Banana, and Insane Clown Posse. Riot Fest is also bringing together punk history with performances from Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter and Public Image Ltd.
The festival’s deep lineup stretches far beyond the headliners, with artists such as Pennywise, Descendents, Iggy Pop, Mom Jeans, The Format, Twin Peaks, Algernon Cadwallader, This Is Lorelei, and Jejune set to perform throughout the weekend.
Last year’s edition marked Riot Fest’s 20th anniversary, featuring returning favorites such as Green Day, Blink-182, and Weezer. This year’s lineup keeps that same mix of nostalgia, chaos, and genre-spanning energy that has made Riot Fest one of North America’s most recognizable alternative festivals.
Three-day passes are on sale now, including general admission, VIP, and deluxe ticket packages. Payment plan options are available for fans looking to spread out the cost of the weekend.
More information at riotfest.org.