Skrillex, the Strokes, Noah Kahan to Headline Bonnaroo 2026

The Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has unveiled its headliners for the 2026 edition, set for June 11-14 on its traditional farm grounds in Manchester, Tennessee. Topping the bill are electronic pioneer Skrillex, indie rock stalwarts The Strokes, and folk-pop sensation Noah Kahan. They will be joined by a diverse array of other major acts including GRiZ, Role Model, Turnstile, Teddy Swims, The Neighbourhood, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Kesha.

Kesha will take on a special curatorial role, helming the 2026 Superjam under the title “Kesha Presents: Superjâm Esoteríca: The Alchemy of Pop.” In a unique late-night offering, comedy music legend “Weird Al” Yankovic will perform his “Bigger & Weirder Saturday Late Night Roovue” set. The festival's undercard is notably deep, featuring artists like Yungblud, Japanese Breakfast, the reunited Clipse, Modest Mouse, and Alabama Shakes—the acclaimed soul-rock band from Athens, Alabama, known for Grammy-winning hits like "Hold On."

Ticket sales for the four-day camping festival commence on December 5 at 10 a.m. Central Time. Available tiers include four-day General Admission, VIP, Platinum, and Roo Insider packages. Separate options for camping accommodations and parking will also be offered. Industry analysts note that securing tickets early is often crucial, as Bonnaroo's unique blend of major headliners and eclectic undercard talent typically drives rapid sell-outs for its 70,000-capacity event.

This announcement carries added significance following the abrupt cancellation of the 2025 festival. That event was called off after just one day due to what organizers described as "significant" precipitation, which created unsafe and deteriorating conditions for attendees and infrastructure. The cancellation was a major disappointment, underscoring the logistical challenges of large-scale outdoor festivals. As one event safety consultant noted, "Modern festivals like Bonnaroo have sophisticated weather protocols, but extreme conditions can still force incredibly difficult last-minute decisions to ensure public safety."

The full daily lineup showcases Bonnaroo's genre-spanning ethos. Thursday kicks off with Skrillex and Four Tet, while Friday features The Strokes and GRiZ. Saturday's roster includes RÜFÜS DU SOL and Kesha's Superjam, and the festival closes on Sunday with performances by Noah Kahan and Kesha herself, ensuring a dynamic conclusion to the weekend.