Festivals
Sips & Sounds Music Festival Announce 2026 Lineup with Christina Aguilera, Calvin Harris, Foster The People, And More
Christina Aguilera and Calvin Harris will top the bill at the 2026 Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival, set for March 13 and 14 at Auditorium Shores in Austin, Texas.
The two-day event brings back a mix of pop, electronic, and indie acts, led by Aguilera’s chart-spanning catalog and Harris’ run of club and radio staples. The lineup fills out with Major Lazer Soundsystem, Foster The People, Ravyn Lenae, Stephen Sanchez, GROUPLOVE, Flipturn, Between Friends, The Runarounds, The Two Lips, Jade LeMac, Aidan Bissett, Mallrat, Skateland, and Caroline Hale.
Sips & Sounds has carved out a spot on Austin’s packed spring calendar since launching in 2023. The festival runs as a separate, ticketed event during SXSW week and leans into a classic outdoor setup at Auditorium Shores, with the downtown skyline and lakefront as its backdrop.
“We’re proud to bring Sips & Sounds back to Austin for its fourth year, where music and community come together in a big way,” said Derek Alexander, VP of Commercial & Digital at Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. “A dynamic lineup and engaging on-site experiences at Auditorium Shores will once again set the stage for a standout festival experience.”
Beyond the music, the festival plans to host a range of local food vendors and interactive attractions spread across the park. Organizers continue to pitch the event as a blend of live music, food, and brand-driven experiences rather than a marathon-style mega festival.
Tickets for Sips & Sounds 2026 are on sale now, with options for single-day and two-day General Admission and GA+. Layaway plans are available. The GA+ tier is new this year and includes a dedicated entry lane and access to a private lounge with relaxed seating, air-conditioned restrooms, a cash bar, and complimentary Coca-Cola products.
Children two and under can attend free with a ticketed adult. Festival-goers are encouraged to use rideshare services, as there is no official on-site parking.
More information on the festival’s website.
Festivals
Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons To Headline Oceans Calling 2026
Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, and Mumford & Sons will headline the 2026 edition of Oceans Calling Festival on September 25-27 at the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. The festival returns to Ocean City Inlet Beach with more than 40 artists performing across 3 stages including Ludacris, O.A.R., Yellowcard, Shaggy, Liz Phair, and more on Friday along with Goo Goo Dolls, Third Eye Blind, All Time Low, 311, Dashboard Confessional, Violent Femmes, and more on Saturday, with Caamp, My Morning Jacket, The Head and The Heart, Hanson, OK Go, Susan Hoffs, Jet, and more performing Sunday. View the entire lineup by-day here.
Pre-sale Tickets will be available this Thursday, March 5, from 10 AM–11 AM ET, offering guaranteed lowest priced GA and 1-Day Tickets for one hour only.
Beyond the stages, Oceans Calling highlights the best of East Coast flavor with fan-favorite local food vendors and Boardwalk staples complemented by live culinary demos from renowned chefs Robert Irvine, Antonia Lofaso, and more celebrating the region’s vibrant food scene; all hosted by Jason Biggs.
Festival goers will also have access to the Ocean City Boardwalk and its businesses in residence as well as the iconic Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, both located inside the festival grounds, as admission will be included with the purchase of an Oceans Calling Festival ticket.
Oceans Calling Festival ticket types include 1-Day and 3-Day, General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum tickets, and layaway payment plans start at $20 down. GA+ offers fans unlimited access to a private lounge with seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary water, private bar with drinks for purchase, and a dedicated on-site hospitality team. VIP delivers an exclusive seated viewing platform at the Main Stage, as well as prime viewing areas at all stages, VIP Lounge at Main Stage with air-conditioned restrooms, private bar with drinks for purchase and complimentary water, lockers, and mobile charging units for rent, and more. Platinum includes front-of-stage viewing at all stages, complimentary all-day dining and full-service bars, access to two Platinum Lounges with relaxed seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary lockers and mobile charging, dedicated festival entrance, plus all the amenities of VIP, GA+, and GA, and more.
New this year, the 3-Day Bungalow Package offers an elevated, private festival experience for up to 12 guests per day at Oceans Calling. Guests enjoy unlimited access to a dedicated shaded bungalow with sweeping views of the Sea Bright Stage and festival grounds, plus private bars with complimentary all-day beverages, grab-and-go snacks, air-conditioned restrooms, Wi-Fi, merchandise concierge service, and dedicated on-site hospitality staff, all while maintaining full access to VIP and GA amenities for the complete festival experience. For the full list of ticket amenities, and to purchase 1-Day or 3-Day Tickets, visit www.oceanscallingfestival.com/tickets.
Festivals
John Summit and Dom Dolla To Headline Up In The Sky Music Festival 2026
John Summit and Dom Dolla will headline the second annual Up The Sky Music Festival, taking place August 7 – 8 2026 at Buttermilk in Aspen, Colorado. The powerhouse lineup also includes Empire of the Sun, Parcels, Leon Thomas, Polo & Pan, and many more. Aspen’s ultimate summer music festival doubles as a breathtaking getaway, with panoramic views from the base of Buttermilk Mountain. View the entire lineup by-day here: www.upintheskyfestival.com/lineup.
GA and VIP 1-Day and 2-Day Tickets along with 2-Day Cabin Packages go on sale Thursday, March 5 at 10am MT at www.upintheskyfestival.com.
VIP includes all General Admission amenities along with elevated perks designed for enhanced comfort and access. Guests enjoy exclusive front-of-stage viewing with direct entry from within the VIP Village, a dedicated VIP festival entrance, upgraded shaded lounge areas and premium seating, and climate-controlled restrooms. VIP also features dedicated bars offering complimentary select alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, with additional cocktails, beer, and wine available for purchase. Complimentary curated food stations are available throughout the day.
Up In The Sky’s Cabin Experience includes entry for both days of the festival and all amenities included with VIP and General Admission, plus a private elevated luxury table for 10 guests with premium views of the main stage from exclusive covered Cabins. Guests receive top-tier service from a dedicated Wynn Nightlife VIP host and enjoy exclusive Nobu Signature Cuisine featuring curated dishes from Matsuhisa and Yuki Aspen. The amenities also include dedicated climate-controlled restrooms and exclusive Cabin drop-offs courtesy of Defender, the Official Adventure Vehicle of Up In The Sky. For more information visit www.upintheskyfestival.com/tickets.