BottleRock, the renowned first taste of summer, returns in 2026 with its traditionally powerful and diverse festival lineup, featuring over 80 musical acts.
BottleRock Napa Valley returns this May 22–24, at the Napa Valley Expo, continuing its tradition as one of Northern California’s biggest music, food, wine, and cultural events. The festival blends a diverse musical lineup with world-class culinary experiences and a scenic wine-country setting — the classic kickoff to the summer festival season.
The 2026 lineup features more than 80 musical acts across multiple stages, spanning rock, pop, hip-hop, electronic, indie, and legacy artists. Top billing acts include Foo Fighters; who are returning as a headliner, pop icons Backstreet Boys; Grammy-winning pop/alt artist Lorde; dance-rock favorites LCD Soundsystem; breakout soul/pop star Teddy Swims; and emerging artist Sombr.
The festival’s depth goes well beyond its headliners. Artists announced include (among many others) Lil Wayne, Zedd, Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, as well as legacy and eclectic performers like Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Chaka Khan, Kool & The Gang, and Rilo Kiley, alongside newer and indie acts like Mt. Joy and Cut Copy.
BottleRock’s lineup has always been known to deliver a diverse musical experience and is designed to appeal across generations and tastes — from rock and classic pop to hip-hop, electronica, and indie. The breadth of artists reflects the festival’s eclectic identity, ensuring that fans of many genres will find something to enjoy.
Beyond the music, BottleRock is known for its celebration of Napa Valley’s culinary and wine culture, with gourmet food vendors, fine wines and craft drinks, chef demos, and experiences that go beyond the typical music festival.
Whether you’re going for the music, the food, the wine, or all of the above, BottleRock 2026 aims to deliver its signature “first taste of summer” celebration.
3-day general admission tickets on sale on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 10am PT. 3-day GA passes start at $475 (including fees & shipping) when they go on sale. Single-day GA passes may also be available depending on demand. Premium tickets — including VIP, Skydeck, and Platinum experiences have sold out during past presales so you’ll need to be quick to secure them. To ensure customer purchase safety, BottleRock manages its own official resale site. Details can be found on the festival’s website.
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