Aftershock 2026 Lineup: Full Band List, Schedule & Guide
The Aftershock 2026 lineup brings more than 140 artists to Discovery Park in Sacramento, California, from October 1–4, 2026. My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, Pierce The Veil and TOOL headline four days packed with rock, metal, punk, alternative and more.
Aftershock 2026 at a Glance
- Dates: October 1–4, 2026
- Location: Discovery Park, Sacramento, California
- Artists: 140+
- Stages: Five
- Camping: Available for the first time in 2026
- Event: All ages
The Aftershock 2026 lineup spans five stages, giving fans plenty of choices throughout all four days of the festival.
Aftershock returns to Discovery Park in 2026 with an expanded festival site and five stages.
Aftershock 2026 Lineup
The lineup also features Circa Survive, Public Enemy, AFI, The Used, Stone Temple Pilots, Cypress Hill, Slaughter To Prevail, The Pretty Reckless, The Story So Far, Dance Gavin Dance, Coheed and Cambria, Hot Mulligan, Sleeping with Sirens, DOWN, Dethklok, Three 6 Mafia, Black Label Society and Chiodos.
Other notable names include Highly Suspect, Nothing More, Body Count feat. Ice-T, Cavalera, Killswitch Engage, Zakk Sabbath, Insane Clown Posse, Kublai Khan TX, New Found Glory, Wolfmother, Wage War, Underoath, Theory of a Deadman, Mayday Parade and Alexisonfire.
The rest of the announced lineup includes dozens more artists across rock, metal, punk, alternative and other genres, giving fans plenty of options across the festival’s five stages.
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Aftershock 2026 Daily Lineup
The Aftershock 2026 lineup is divided across four festival days, with each day featuring major headliners and dozens of additional artists.
Thursday, October 1
Thursday opens the festival with My Chemical Romance at the top of the bill, joined by The Offspring and Sublime.
Other notable Thursday performers include The Used, The Pretty Reckless, Hot Mulligan, Mayday Parade, We The Kings, New Found Glory, The Starting Line, Killswitch Engage, Sevendust, Coal Chamber, Apocalyptica, Red, The Union Underground, Ill Niño and many more.
Friday, October 2
Friday features Limp Bizkit, $UICIDEBOY$ and Wu-Tang Clan at the top of the day’s lineup.
Public Enemy, Cypress Hill, Insane Clown Posse, P.O.D., Drowning Pool, Slaughter To Prevail, Three 6 Mafia, Kublai Khan TX, DRAIN, Paleface Swiss, Coheed and Cambria, Underoath, Dethklok and many other artists are also scheduled.
Saturday, October 3
Saturday is led by Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember and BABYMETAL.
The day’s lineup also includes The Story So Far, Wage War, The Wonder Years, Sleeping with Sirens, Chiodos, Set It Off, blessthefall, Circa Survive, Thursday, Saosin, Kylesa, DOWN, Black Label Society, The Ghost Inside, Counterparts and more.
Sunday, October 4
The festival closes with TOOL, Queens of the Stone Age and Danny Elfman leading the Sunday lineup.
AFI, Stone Temple Pilots, Highly Suspect, Wolfmother, Filter, Buckethead, Helmet, Zakk Sabbath, CKY, Body Count feat. Ice-T, Suicidal Tendencies, Cavalera, Soulfly and Municipal Waste are among the other artists scheduled for Sunday.
Aftershock 2026 Schedule and Set Times
The daily schedule and set times have been released, and fans can use the official Aftershock app to build a personalized festival schedule.
Because several artists perform simultaneously across five stages, there will be plenty of schedule clashes. Aftershock also notes that the lineup, schedule and set times are subject to change, so fans should check the official app and festival website for the latest information.
Five Stages at Aftershock 2026
Aftershock expands to five stages in 2026:
- Aftershock Stage
- Shockwave Stage
- The Point Stage presented by Coors Light
- Faultline Stage
- Epicenter Stage
That means fans will have even more artists to choose from throughout each day, but it also means there will be plenty of schedule clashes.
Special Performances to Watch
The Aftershock 2026 lineup includes several special performances that could make this year’s festival particularly interesting.
Circa Survive are scheduled for a West Coast reunion show, while The Story So Far have a hometown performance and Dance Gavin Dance are scheduled for an exclusive NorCal show.
There are also several anniversary and special sets. Cavalera will perform Sepultura’s Roots, Wolfmother are on their 20th Anniversary Tour, Municipal Waste have a 25th Anniversary Set, and Drowning Pool are listed for an album anniversary performance.
Other reunion performances include From First To Last, Kylesa, Drop Dead, Gorgeous and ünloco. The Union Underground are also scheduled for their first California show in 24 years.
Aftershock 2026 Tickets
Aftershock 2026 passes are currently on sale, including 4-day, 2-day and single-day General Admission options, along with VIP and other premium packages.
Current official all-in prices include:
| Pass | Starting price |
|---|---|
| 4-Day GA | $603 |
| 2-Day GA | $440 |
| Thursday GA | $252 |
| Friday GA | $252 |
| Saturday GA | $252 |
| Sunday GA | $235 |
| 4-Day VIP | $941 |
These are the current prices shown by Aftershock and include fees. Ticket levels can change as inventory sells, so check the official ticket page before purchasing.
Aftershock 2026 Camping
Camping is new for Aftershock in 2026.
The official campground is located at Cal Expo, separate from the festival grounds at Discovery Park. Camping opens Wednesday, September 30, and includes five nights of camping, a camping vehicle pass, re-entry privileges, showers, water stations, toilets and 24-hour security and assistance.
Current camping prices start at:
- Car + Tent: $499
- General RV without power: $599
- General RV with power: $679
- Premium RV with full hookups: $719
A festival admission pass is required separately.
Where Is Aftershock 2026?
Aftershock 2026 takes place at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California.
Discovery Park is a 302-acre park near the meeting point of the American and Sacramento Rivers and is located next to I-5. Festival entrances are at the Garden Highway and Jibboom Street sides of the park.
Getting to Aftershock
Aftershock offers a Park & Ride Shuttle from Cal Expo.
The Park & Ride option includes parking at Cal Expo and a nonstop shuttle to and from Discovery Park. Shuttle service begins approximately 60 minutes before the festival gates open and continues throughout the day, with limited evening service on certain days.
For fans staying outside Sacramento, this can be a useful alternative to driving directly to Discovery Park.
Aftershock 2026 FAQs
When is Aftershock 2026?
Aftershock 2026 takes place from October 1–4, 2026, in Sacramento, California.
Where is Aftershock 2026?
The festival takes place at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California.
Who is headlining Aftershock 2026?
The four primary headliners are My Chemical Romance on Thursday, Limp Bizkit on Friday, Pierce The Veil on Saturday and TOOL on Sunday. The daily top billing also includes The Offspring and Sublime on Thursday; $UICIDEBOY$ and Wu-Tang Clan on Friday; A Day To Remember and BABYMETAL on Saturday; and Queens of the Stone Age and Danny Elfman on Sunday.
How many artists are playing Aftershock 2026?
Aftershock has announced more than 140 artists across five stages, making the 2026 edition the festival’s largest lineup to date.
Is camping available at Aftershock 2026?
Yes. 2026 is the first year Aftershock offers official camping, with campsites at Cal Expo and shuttle access to the festival at Discovery Park.
Are Aftershock 2026 set times available?
Yes. The daily schedule and set times have been released, and the official Aftershock app allows fans to create personalized schedules. Set times are subject to change, so checking the official app before the festival is recommended.
Is Aftershock 2026 all ages?
Yes. Aftershock is an all-ages festival. Fans should check the official festival information and pass requirements before attending.
Final Thoughts
The Aftershock 2026 lineup gives Sacramento four days of major rock, metal, punk, alternative and crossover acts, with more than 140 artists spread across five stages.
My Chemical Romance opens the festival on Thursday, Limp Bizkit takes the top spot Friday, Pierce The Veil leads Saturday, and TOOL closes the weekend Sunday. Alongside the major headliners, the lineup includes reunions, anniversary performances and plenty of established and emerging artists.
With a fifth stage and camping introduced for the 2026 festival, Aftershock is set for one of its biggest editions yet.
If you’re planning to attend, check the official Aftershock website and app for the latest ticket, schedule and festival updates before heading to Discovery Park.
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