Music festivals coming to Southern California in 2026

Southern California’s festival calendar is beginning to take shape for 2026, offering a wide-ranging mix of music, culture and live experiences across the region.

From massive, multi-genre gatherings in the desert and along the coast to genre-specific events centered on hip-hop, electronic music and country, the year ahead reflects both the scale and diversity that have long defined the area’s live music scene.

After several unpredictable seasons marked by rising production costs...