Outside Lands has wasted no time locking in its 2026 return, confirming it will once again take over San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from 7th to 9th August, 2026. The news comes hot on the heels of the festival’s 2025 edition, which wrapped up just days ago to widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike.

The 2025 lineup brought an eclectic mix of international stars, from Tyler, The Creator, Doja Cat and Hozier, to Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, Vampire Weekend, Glass Animals and Ludacris. Dance and electronic acts such as Gesaffelstein, Black Coffee, John Summit and ARMNHMR kept crowds moving, while indie favourites including Jorja Smith, Royel Otis and Orla Gartland added a melodic balance. A late lineup change saw Bonobo step in for DJ Koze, delivering one of the weekend’s most talked-about sets.

Beyond its stacked artist roster, Outside Lands 2025 once again lived up to its reputation for blending music with food, wine, art and cultural programming, cementing its status as one of North America’s most distinctive large-scale festivals. Golden Gate Park’s sprawling grounds and unique San Francisco charm remain central to the experience, offering a backdrop unlike any other.

With 2026 dates now locked in, speculation over the next lineup is already brewing among fans. Given Outside Lands’ track record for surprise bookings, bold genre crossovers and memorable collaborations, the countdown to August 2026 has well and truly begun.