Aftershock Festival 2026 Lineup Unveiled
The Aftershock Festival has officially announced its comprehensive lineup for 2026, boasting over 140 bands set to perform. This year’s event is scheduled to take place over four exhilarating days from October 1 to 4 at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California.
Headliners and Expanded Grounds
Each night of the festival will be anchored by a powerhouse headliner: My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, Pierce the Veil, and Tool will take the stage on their respective nights. In a move to accommodate an even larger number of acts, the festival grounds have been expanded to include a fifth stage, promising a more immersive experience for attendees.
Notable Performances
In addition to the headliners, the festival will feature a diverse lineup that includes renowned acts such as Queens of the Stone Age, A Day to Remember, Sublime, The Pretty Reckless, Coheed and Cambria, Killswitch Engage, The Offspring, and Babymetal. A special “mystery guest” is also in store, with details to be revealed closer to the event.
Passes and Camping Options
Tickets for Aftershock 2026 are now available for purchase on the festival’s official website. Fans can choose from single-day passes or opt for a 4-day pass, with VIP upgrades offered for those seeking an enhanced experience. For the first time, the festival will also allow camping in RVs and tents at the nearby Cal Expo, providing an opportunity for fans to fully immerse themselves in the weekend festivities.
A New Era for Aftershock
Festival organizer Danny Wimmer expressed enthusiasm about the 2026 lineup, stating, “This year’s Aftershock marks a bold new chapter for the festival. We’ve brought together metal, punk, emo, and nu-metal to create a lineup that’s raw, youthful, and unapologetic.” He added, “With Tool anchoring the weekend and Pierce The Veil making their headlining debut, we’re breaking boundaries and redefining what Aftershock can be.”
Special Performances to Look Forward To
Attendees can anticipate a few special performances during the festival. My Chemical Romance will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic album, The Black Parade, while Chad Gray will perform hits from his time with Mudvayne and Hellyeah. Additionally, Kylesa will make their first appearance on the West Coast since 2015, making it a momentous occasion for fans.
Full Lineup Overview
Aftershock 2026 Full Lineup
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- A Day To Remember
- After The Burial
- AFI
- Alesana
- Alexisonfire
- Alissa White-Gluz
- And Loathing in Las Vegas
- Apocalyptica
- Armor For Sleep
- Atreyu
- Austin Carlile: The Original Voice of Of Mice & Men
- BABYMETAL
- Black Label Society
- Blessthefall
- Bodysnatcher
- Body Count feat. Ice-T
- Brujeria
- Buckethead
- Caskets
- Cavalera
- Chad Gray: Voice of Mudvayne & HELLYEAH
- Chiodos
- Circa Survive
- CKY
- Coal Chamber
- Codefendants
- Coheed and Cambria
- Corrosion of Conformity
- Counterparts
- Cradle of Filth
- Cro-Mags
- Cypress Hill
- Dance Gavin Dance
- Danny Elfman
- Dethklok
- Doobie
- DRAIN
- Drop Dead, Gorgeous
- DOWN
- Drowning Pool
- Emarosa
- Emery
- Escape The Fate
- Eyes Set To Kill
- Fear
- Filter
- Finch
- Finger Eleven
- Free Throw
- From Ashes To New
- From First To Last
- The Ghost Inside
- Haarper
- Hail The Sun
- Hawthorne Heights
- HAYWIRE
- Helmet
- Highly Suspect
- Holding Absence
- Holywatr
- Horse The Band
- Hot Mulligan
- I See Stars
- I Set My Friends On Fire
- Ill Niño
- Insane Clown Posse
- ivri
- Jutes
- Killswitch Engage
- Kublai Khan TX
- Kylesa
- L.S. Dunes
- La Dispute
- Ladrones
- LEAP
- Limp Bizkit
- Lit
- Mayday Parade
- Melvins
- Municipal Waste
- My Chemical Romance
- Nekrogoblikon
- New Found Glory
- Nothing More
- Oleander
- Paleface Swiss
- PeelingFlesh
- Pentagram
- Pierce The Veil
- P.O.D.
- President
- Psychostick
- Public Enemy
- Queens of the Stone Age
- Red
- Rivers of Nihil
- Saosin
- Senses Fail
- Set It Off
- Sevendust
- Silly Goose
- Sleep Theory
- Sleeping With Sirens
- Slaughter To Prevail
- Soulfly
- Spite
- Starset
- Stick To Your Guns
- Stone Temple Pilots
- Sublime
- Suicidal Tendencies
- The Acacia Strain
- The Black Dahlia Murder
- The Devil Wears Prada
- The Fall of Troy
- The Ghost Inside
- The Home Team
- The Offspring
- The Pretty Reckless
- The Pretty Wild
- The Starting Line
- The Story So Far
- The Union Underground
- The Used
- The Violent Hour
- The Wonder Years
- The Word Alive
- Theory of a Deadman
- Three 6 Mafia
- Thursday
- Toadies
- TOOL
- Underoath
- Ünloco
- vianova
- Wage War
- We The Kings
- Wind Walkers
- Wolfmother
- Wu-Tang Clan
- Zakk Sabbath
Conclusion
With an impressive lineup that blends various genres and a commitment to enhancing the festival experience, Aftershock 2026 promises to be an unforgettable event. Fans can look forward to a weekend filled with electrifying performances, special celebrations, and the chance to camp close to the action. As anticipation builds, it’s clear that Aftershock is gearing up to make a lasting impact on the music festival scene.
FAQs
When and where will Aftershock Festival 2026 take place?
The festival will be held from October 1 to 4, 2026, at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California.
Who are the headliners for Aftershock 2026?
The headliners for each night will be My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, Pierce the Veil, and Tool.
Are tickets available for purchase?
Yes, passes for the festival are available now, including single-day and 4-day options, as well as VIP upgrades.
Will camping be allowed at the festival?
For the first time, fans will be able to camp in RVs and tents at the nearby Cal Expo during the festival.
Will there be any special performances?
Yes, there will be special performances
