Festivals
Zara Larsson, Robyn and Swedish House Mafia Lead Portola Festival 2026 Lineup

San Francisco’s Portola Music Festival is coming back to Pier 80 this fall with one of its biggest lineups yet, packed with dance music heavyweights, rare performances and a strong wave of Swedish pop and electronic talent.
Festival organizers Goldenvoice revealed the full 2026 lineup on Thursday, confirming that Zara Larsson, Robyn and Swedish House Mafia will headline the two-day event taking place Sept. 26 and 27 at San Francisco’s Pier 80.
Saturday night will feature a rare double-headliner setup led by Robyn and Dog Blood, the collaborative project between Skrillex and Boys Noize. The performance marks Dog Blood’s first show since 2019 and their only scheduled appearance of 2026. Robyn’s set is currently billed as her only festival performance of the year.
Sunday’s lineup will close with Swedish House Mafia, one of only two currently announced U.S. performances from the trio this year. Zara Larsson joins the second-day bill as one of the festival’s top acts, continuing what has already been a huge run for the Swedish pop star.
The 2026 lineup leans heavily into electronic and dance music, staying true to the festival’s identity since launching in 2022. Other names on the bill include Tove Lo, Tiësto, Four Tet, Fatboy Slim, Skepta, Soulwax, Channel Tres, Parcels and Melanie C, who is set to perform a DJ set during the festival.
Portola will once again host Despacio, the cult-favorite club concept created by Soulwax and James Murphy. Festivalgoers can expect another weekend of massive warehouse-style production, club-focused stages and late-night dance sets along San Francisco’s waterfront.
This year introduces a new premium experience called the Captain’s Club. The package includes VIP perks, access to a private two-level viewing deck and lounge at the Pier Stage, hosted bar service, dedicated merchandise support and on-stage access within the Warehouse stage area.
Tickets go on sale following a presale for returning attendees beginning June 1 at noon local time, with the general public sale launching June 2. One-day general admission passes start at $250, with two-day GA passes priced at $380. VIP passes begin at $440 for single-day access and $700 for the full weekend. Captain’s Club packages start at $1,600.
Goldenvoice senior vice president of talent and Portola founder Danny Bell recently told Billboard that building the festival lineup involves months of conversations and collaboration with artists to create standout moments unique to Portola.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has continued to support the festival’s growth, praising Portola and other Goldenvoice events for bringing tourism, nightlife and energy back to the city’s downtown core.
Last year’s festival featured headline performances from The Prodigy, Moby, LCD Soundsystem, The Chemical Brothers and Christina Aguilera.
Head to portolamusicfestival.com for more information.
Portola Festival 2026 Lineup:
ADÉLA
Airwolf Paradise
Azzecca
Baby J
Bassvictim
Beltran b2b Ben Sterling
Ben UFO
Brunello
Channel Tres
Chloé Caillet
Clearcast
Daphni
Dean Turnley
DESPACIO
DJ Shadow
DOG BLOOD (Skrillex & Boys Noize)
ear
erika b2b sfcowboy
Fatboy Slim
Fcukers
Felly Fell
Four Tet
Gelli Haha
Groove Armada
horsegiirL
jigitz
JT
Jyoty
Kelela
KETTAMA
Marlon Hoffstadt
Max Styler
Melanie C (DJ Set)
MGNA Crrrta
Mike D 5D
Mind Enterprises
Mochakk
nate sib
nimino
Ninajirachi
oskar med k
Overmono
Parcels
Prospa
Ranger Trucco b2b Alisha
riria
Robyn
Sam Alfred
Silva Bumpa
SG Lewis
Six Sex
Skepta
Soulwax
Swedish House Mafia
Tiësto
Tove Lo
Torren Foot
Tricky
underscores
VTSS
Zara Larsson
ZULAN
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.
Festivals
All Things Go NYC Announce 2026 Lineup with Zara Larsson, Brandi Carlile, MUNA, Lola Young, Carly Rae Jepsen, and More
All Things Go Festival is heading back to Forest Hills Stadium this fall with one of its biggest New York lineups yet.
The festival announced the full roster for its third New York edition today, with headliners including Zara Larsson, Brandi Carlile, MUNA, Lola Young, and Carly Rae Jepsen. Larsson’s appearance marks her first-ever headline festival set.
Set across three days on Sept. 25, 26, and 27, the festival continues its tradition of mixing major pop acts with rising artists and internet favorites. The 2026 lineup features names like The Beaches, Rebecca Black, Cara Delevingne, CMAT, Jensen McRae, Hemlocke Springs, and Sienna Spiro. Comedian and musician Meg Stalter joins the lineup as one of the festival’s more unexpected additions.
Returning artist Lola Young teased her comeback in a statement, saying, “All Things Go, we have unfinished business. I feel blessed and ready to take it to the next level. Thank you for having me back.”
MUNA, longtime festival favorites, shared their excitement about returning to New York for a headlining slot, calling All Things Go “one of our favorite festivals to play” and joking, “let’s go, lesbians!”
Over the last few years, All Things Go has built a reputation for its fan-focused atmosphere and strong sense of inclusivity. Fans online have affectionately nicknamed the festival “Gay-chella,” “All Things Gay,” and “Lesbopalooza,” reflecting the event’s large LGBTQ+ fanbase and welcoming community vibe.
Tickets go on sale with a fan presale beginning Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m. ET, followed by the public onsale Thursday, May 21. Single-day tickets start at $99, with three-day passes starting at $225. More information here.
The New York announcement follows a busy stretch for the festival brand. Earlier this month, All Things Go unveiled the 2026 Washington, D.C. lineup at Merriweather Post Pavilion featuring artists like Hayley Williams, Mitski, and Brandi Carlile. Meanwhile, the Toronto edition is set for June 6 and 7 at RBC Amphitheatre with headliners including Lorde, Kesha, Wet Leg, and The Beaches.
Friday September 25
Zara Larsson
Lola Young
Rebecca Black
Cara Delevingne
Blue DeTiger
Chloe Qisha
Gates 2PM
Saturday September 26
Brandi Carlile
Sienna Spiro
CMAT
Jensen McRae
Meg Stalter
Natali Jinju
Gates 2PM
Sunday September 27
MUNA
Carly Rae Jepsen
The Beaches
Hemlocke Springs
Grace Ives
Cherry Bomb
Gates 2PM
