BottleRock‘s back, alright.
Napa Valley’s annual Memorial Day Weekend festival — which promises “the first taste of summer” — recently announced their 2026 lineup and have once again delivered a stunning cross-section of rock, pop, EDM, Hip-Hop, R&B, funk and more from yesterday and today.
Just a few of the biggest names on this year’s three-day, May 22-24 bill include turn of the Millennium hitmakers Backstreet Boys, hard rock royalty Foo Fighters, avant-pop star Lorde, post-modern party-starters LCD Soundsystem and Hip-Hop hero Lil Wayne.
They’ll be joined by industry vets like Ludacris, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Busta Rhymes, Rilo Kiley and Chaka Khan.
Teddy Swims, Sombr, BØRNS, AJR and BigXThaPlug are our favorite up-and-comers on the expansive performer list.
Plus, Kool and the Gang will be there, too.
And, we’re still just scratching the surface here and didn’t even mention Rev Run of Run DMC, Men At Work or Zedd, three acts that couldn’t be more different.
In total, our team counted approximately 80 acts that will grace the Napa Valley Expo stages over the long weekend.
On top of all the exciting headliners set to perform, BottleRock also offers world-class cuisine, exceptional beverages and experiences like a spa, silent disco and LittleRockers where kids can take part in drum jams, button making, festival hairstyling and more.
But what’s the experience really like?
Glide Magazine reported “the weather was comfortable, although it got somewhat chilly at night” in their review of the 2025 edition of BottleRock.
“There were indoor spaces that offered shelter, but most of the event took place outside. Every performance had loud, clear sound quality with good lighting, even from the areas furthest away from the stage. GA attendees stood or relaxed on blankets across the vast lawns while food and beverage areas along the perimeter of the stages had some picnic table seating. VIP upgrades included suites with comfortable seating and great views of the stages. World-class regional food, along with wine, craft beer, and cocktail booths, satisfied every craving. All this luxury came at a steep price as tickets, food, and beverages were quite costly.”
If this sounds like the festival for you, BottleRock single-day tickets officially go on sale to the general public on Friday, Jan. 16 at 10 am PT through Ticketmaster but are available now on trusted secondary market sites like StubHub, Vivid Seats and GameTime.
We only recommend sites with a 100% buyer guarantee, so you know your transaction is safe and your tickets will arrive on time.
BottleRock tickets 2026
Inventory to attend the BottleRock Festival is available on all verified ticketing sites.
We recommend checking out StubHub, Ticketmaster, Vivid Seats and GameTime to find the seats that makes the most sense for you.
BottleRock passes 2026
A complete breakdown of all single and multi-day 2026 BottleRock Festival pass options can be found below.
BottleRock 2026 lineup
Readers who have a good memory may recall that BottleRock has 80 exciting acts booked this May.
To make sure you’re fully aware of each and every one of them, here’s the complete lineup, courtesy of BottleRock’s tasteful poster.
Huge 2026 music festivals
Even though we’re still a ways out from Groundhog Day, many of the major festivals have generously already gifted us with their sweet, sweet 2026 lineups. Below, you’ll find just five we’re already drooling about.
| Can’t-miss 2026 music festivals |
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| Innings Festival Feb. 20-22 at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, AZ Mumford and Sons, Twenty One Pilots, Blink-182, Goo Goo Dolls, Sublime |
| Treefort Music Festival March 25-29 at the Treefort Music Festival in Boise, ID Father John Misty, Magdalena Bay, flipturn, Geese, St. Paul & The Broken Bones |
| Coachella Music and Arts Festival April 10-12 and April 17-19 at Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Turnstile, Sombr, The Strokes |
| Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival June 11-14 at the Manchester Farm in Bonnaroo, TN The Strokes, Skrillex, Noah Kahan, Turnstile, Teddy Swims |
| Hinterland Music Festival July 30 through Aug. 2 at the Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater in Saint Charles, IA Lorde, Mumford and Sons, The Format, Geese, Suki Waterhouse |
Need even more live music in your life? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2026 to find the show that makes the most sense for you.
This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
