The annual BottleRock Napa Valley music festival has officially unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 lineup, promising an unforgettable start to the summer season. Set to take place across three days from May 22 to 24, the renowned California festival will bring together a diverse array of artists across various genres, solidifying its reputation for delivering a rich musical experience to attendees.

This year's festival boasts a star-studded roster of headliners, featuring the breakout artist Sombr, the iconic reunited boy band Backstreet Boys, and the acclaimed New Zealand pop star Lorde. Joining them at the top of the bill are rock legends Foo Fighters, soul sensation Teddy Swims, and the influential electronic-rock group LCD Soundsystem. These six acts are poised to deliver captivating performances as the main attractions of the weekend.

Beyond the headliners, the BottleRock 2026 lineup includes a formidable list of major acts designed to cater to a wide audience. Fans can look forward to performances from hip-hop icon Lil Wayne, renowned DJ Zedd, multi-platinum rapper Ludacris, rock mainstays Papa Roach, indie-rock band Mt. Joy, reggae-rock veterans Slightly Stoopid, indie darlings Rilo Kiley, pop duo AJR, and the legendary Busta Rhymes. The festival ensures a continuous stream of high-caliber entertainment throughout the weekend.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy sets from a variety of other talented artists leading up to the nightly headlining performances. The extensive list includes BigXThaPlug, the legendary Chaka Khan, rock and roll pioneers Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, funk and soul icons Kool & the Gang, indie-pop artist Del Water Gap, acclaimed guitarist Tom Morello, and pop vocalist Natasha Bedingfiled, among others. With its tagline promising the "first taste of summer," BottleRock aims to offer a vibrant and exhilarating atmosphere for all music lovers.

Tickets for this much-anticipated annual event are scheduled to go on sale at 10 a.m. PT on Wednesday, January 14. BottleRock is celebrated for providing locals and visitors alike with a diverse palette of music year after year, consistently bringing in top-tier talent. Looking back, the 2025 festival was headlined by Green Day, Justin Timberlake, and Noah Kahan, while the 2024 edition featured Pearl Jam, Ed Sheeran, Stevie Nicks, and Maná, underscoring the festival's commitment to varied and high-profile acts.

BottleRock Napa Valley is part of a vibrant spring festival season in California. In the month preceding BottleRock, two other major California festivals are set to take place. Coachella will feature headliners such as Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G. Following that, the country-music focused Stagecoach festival has tapped Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, and Post Malone to lead its bill, further highlighting California's rich and diverse festival landscape.