Vans Warped Tour 2025: A New Era of Music and Community

The Vans Warped Tour has become a staple in the music festival scene, and its recent announcements are creating waves of excitement among fans. With an ever-expanding line-up, the iconic festival is evolving to meet the demands of its audience and the music landscape.

Expanded Festival Format

Following the sell-out success of all three one-day festival dates in 2025, the Vans Warped Tour is taking a bold step forward. This year, the festival will host five two-day events across major cities including Washington, D.C., Long Beach, CA, and Orlando, FL. In addition to these U.S. locations, two international editions will take place in Montreal, Canada, and Mexico City, Mexico.

In collaboration with Insomniac, a leader in festival production, the updated format pays homage to the Warped Tour’s legacy of discovery, inclusivity, and community, while enhancing its scale, production quality, and cultural influence.

Diverse Line-Up of Artists

Each two-day festival will showcase over 100 artists, featuring a remarkable range of genres such as rock, pop punk, alternative, emo, hip-hop, ska, and more. Attendees can also look forward to thrilling performances by top skateboarders and action sports athletes, adding an extra layer of entertainment to the festival experience.

Notable Acts for 2026

Among the highlighted performers for the 2026 Vans Warped Tour are:

• The Menzingers – Performing in Washington and Montreal.
• New Found Glory – Appearing in Washington, Orlando, and Mexico City.
• Papa Roach – Taking the stage in Long Beach and Mexico City.
• Atreyu – Scheduled for Montreal and Mexico City.
• Ice Nine Kills – Featured in Montreal.
• Hawthorne Heights – Playing all five locations.

Confirmed Artist Line-Up

The excitement continues to build with the following artists confirmed for the festival:

• The All-American Rejects (Mexico City)
• All Time Low (Long Beach, Montreal & Mexico City)
• Anberlin (Washington)
• Anthony Green & The Boom Done Band (Orlando)
• Atreyu (Montreal & Mexico City)
• Bad Cop / Bad Cop (All locations)
• Big Ass Truck (Washington, Long Beach & Orlando)
• BRAYTON (Long Beach & Orlando)
• Bryce Vine (Washington & Orlando)
• Chase Petra (Long Beach & Montreal)
• Dance Gavin Dance (All locations)
• Drop Dead, Gorgeous (All locations)
• The Early November (All locations)
• Emery (Long Beach, Mexico City & Orlando)
• Girlfriends (All locations)
• Glassjaw (All locations)
• grandson (Long Beach, Orlando & Washington)
• GWAR (Washington)
• Hawthorne Heights (All locations)
• Ice Nine Kills (Montreal)
• Jimmy Eat World (All cities)
• Millington (All locations)
• New Found Glory (Washington, Mexico City & Orlando)
• Papa Roach (Long Beach & Mexico City)
• Rain City Drive (Orlando)
• Sitting On Saturn (Orlando)
• The Starting Line (Long Beach, Mexico City & Orlando)
• Third Eye Blind (Washington & Orlando)
• Whispers (Long Beach)
• YelaWolf (Long Beach)

Conclusion

The Vans Warped Tour is not just a festival; it’s a celebration of music, community, and culture. As the line-up continues to grow, fans can expect an unforgettable experience that bridges generations of music lovers. With its expanded format and diverse artist roster, the Warped Tour is poised to make its mark once again in 2026.

FAQs

What cities will the Vans Warped Tour take place in 2026?

The festival will be held in Washington, D.C., Long Beach, CA, Orlando, FL, Montreal, Canada, and Mexico City, Mexico.

How many artists will perform at each festival?

Each two-day event will feature over 100 artists spanning various music genres.

When do tickets go on sale?

Tickets are available now. Fans are encouraged to grab them early as they are expected to sell out quickly.

Will there be any action sports at the festival?

Yes, the festival will include appearances and performances from elite skateboarders and action sports athletes.