At a Glance
- Justin Bieber, Lorde, Ludacris lead massive festival bills across the U.S.
- Coachella lands April 10-12 and 17-19 with Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G topping the poster
- 13 major festivals announced from March through August
- Why it matters: Fans can now plan travel and tickets around confirmed headliners and dates
Festival season launches in March with Jazz in the Gardens in Miami and keeps rolling through August’s Hinterland in Iowa, stacking lineups that mix pop superstars, legacy rock acts, and rising indie names.
March Kicks Off With Hip-Hop and R&B
Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival lands at Hard Rock Stadium March 7-8. Jhené Aiko and Ludacris-celebrating his 25-year career-top the bill, joined by newlyweds Nelly & Ashanti, plus GloRilla, Ella Mai, and Mýa.
One week later, Coca-Cola’s Sips & Sounds Festival bubbles up along Austin’s Auditorium Shores March 13-14. Christina Aguilera and Calvin Harris headline, supported by Major Lazer, Ravyn Lenae, Grouplove, Foster the People, Stephen Sanchez, and Flipturn.
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival spreads across Florida’s Sunshine Grove March 19-22. Cage the Elephant, Dirty Heads, Knock2, Griz, T-Pain, Fisher, LCD Soundsystem, and The Lumineers anchor the top line, with Japanese Breakfast, BigXThaPlug, and Big Boi also on site.
Coachella and Stagecoach Take Over April
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival returns to Indio’s Empire Polo Club for its traditional twin weekends: April 10-12 and 17-19. Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, and Anyma headline, while Teddy Swims, KATSEYE, The xx, Addison Rae, The Strokes, Young Thug, and FKA twigs fill the undercard.
The same polo grounds pivot to country one week later for Stagecoach Festival, April 24-26. Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Post Malone top the poster, joined by Bailey Zimmerman, Red Clay Strays, Riley Green, Journey, Brooks & Dunn, Hootie & the Blowfish, Diplo, Pitbull, and Ludacris.
High Water Festival keeps the indie spirit alive April 18-19 at North Charleston’s Riverfront Park. Alabama Shakes and Caamp headline, with My Morning Jacket, Lake Street Dive, Maren Morris, and Sheryl Crow rounding out the slate.
Rock, Indie, and Pop Spread Coast to Coast in May
Welcome to Rockville roars into Daytona International Speedway May 7-10. The rock-heavy bill features Guns n’ Roses, Foo Fighters, Bring Me the Horizon, My Chemical Romance, Five Finger Death Punch, Turnstile, Breaking Benjamin, A Day to Remember, and Simple Plan.
Kilby Block Party sets up in Salt Lake City’s Utah State Fairpark May 15-17. Lorde, The xx, and Turnstile headline, supported by Hayley Williams, Modest Mouse, Alex G, Blood Orange, Lucy Dacus, Father John Misty, Japanese Breakfast, and Magdalena Bay.
Governors Ball and Bonnaroo Crown June
Governors Ball Music Festival takes over Flushing Meadows Corona Park June 5-7. Lorde, Baby Keem, Stray Kids, Kali Uchis, A$AP Rocky, and Jennie share top billing. Additional names include KATSEYE, The Dare, Major Lazer, Blood Orange, Ravyn Lenae, Wet Leg, and Dominic Fike.
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival follows at Manchester, Tenn. June 11-14. Skrillex, The Strokes, Griz, Turnstile, Rüfüs du Sol, Teddy Swims, The Neighbourhood, Noah Kahan, and Kesha-who curates the Superjâm Esoteríca: The Alchemy of Pop-lead the farm bash. “Weird Al” Yankovic, Jessie Murph, Yungblud, Alabama Shakes, Clipse, and Aly & AJ also appear.
Summer Closes Out With Midwest and West Coast Stops
Zootown Festival lands at Missoula Fairgrounds June 19-20. The Lumineers and The Chicks headline, backed by Rainbow Kitten Surprise, The Head and the Heart, Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Trampled by Turtles.
The same weekend, Winnetka Music Festival marks its 10th anniversary in downtown Winnetka, Ill. June 19-20. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Father John Misty top the bill, joined by Grace Potter, Petey USA, Ben Kweller, and Lauren Watkins.
Hinterland Music Festival wraps the season July 30-Aug. 2 in Saint Charles, Iowa. KATSEYE, Lorde, Mumford & Sons, and Kali Uchis headline, with Beabadoobee, MUNA, Jessie Murph, Young Miko, Ashnikko, and Santigold also set to perform.
Key Takeaways
- Justin Bieber, Lorde, and Ludacris appear on multiple posters, giving fans several chances to catch them live.
- Coachella’s twin weekends remain the season’s anchor, drawing top-tier pop and electronic acts.
- Indie rock fans can follow The xx, Turnstile, and Father John Misty as they bounce from Kilby to Winnetka to Bonnaroo.
- Country lovers get Stagecoach right after Coachella, keeping the desert site busy for most of April.
- Tickets for most events are on sale now, with early-bird pricing still available before lineups lock.
