HARD Summer 2026: Lineup, Dates, and Details for the Los Angeles Festival

HARD Summer Music Festival is returning to Hollywood Park in Inglewood, California, on August 1-2, 2026. The festival boasts a diverse lineup spanning electronic, hip-hop, and crossover acts, cementing its status as one of the West Coast’s premier music events.

2026 Lineup Highlights

The 2026 edition features a star-studded lineup led by Kali Uchis, Grammy-winning Colombian artist. A highly anticipated back-to-back set from Knock2 and Zedd will as well take center stage. DJ Snake is set to deliver a special hip-hop focused performance, alongside sets from Tokischa and Shygirl presenting Club Shy.

Beyond the headliners, the festival will showcase a strong focus on underground and club sounds with appearances from artists such as Brutalismus 3000, Sammy Virji, VTSS, Hannah Laing, Oppidan, and Anetha. Additional performers include Vintage Culture, After Midnight (Matroda x San Pacho), Hyperbeam (Odd Mob x OMNOM), Miguelle & Tons, Sally C, and Omar+.

Collaborative sets will also be a key feature, including DJ Seinfeld B2B Luuk van Dijk and X Club. B2b Atrip. Drum & bass enthusiasts can look forward to a performance from Andy C: ALiVe, alongside sets from salute and Mary Droppinz.

Live From Earth Stage Takeover

HARD Summer 2026 will host a stage takeover by Berlin-based independent label and artist collective, Live From Earth. This stage will feature performances from 2hollis, Snow Strippers, MCR-T, Frost Children, Underscores, and other artists to be announced.

Venue and Logistics

The festival will be held at Hollywood Park, a 300-acre entertainment complex adjacent to SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater. This marks the third year HARD Summer has been held at this location, after relocating there in 2024. Organizers have announced a revamped site plan designed to improve navigation between stages, as well as a recent Green Stage area to provide more crowd space.

Ticket Information

Two-day GA, GA+, and VIP passes travel on sale at 10 a.m. On Friday, February 27, with early SMS access beginning at 9 a.m. The festival is an 18+ event.

A History of HARD Summer

Launched in 2007, HARD Summer has grown into the largest electronic music festival in Los Angeles. The festival has taken place annually in and around Los Angeles, with the exception of 2020 due to the pandemic, at various locations throughout the city and the Inland Empire. The festival is produced by Insomniac Events.