The Governors Ball has officially announced its 2026 lineup, returning to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City from June 5 to June 7, 2026. As one of the most prominent multi-genre festivals in the United States, Gov Ball once again delivers a diverse and forward-looking program that reflects the current landscape of global music, blending pop, hip-hop, indie rock, alternative, and international acts across three days.
Friday’s lineup is headlined by Lorde and Baby Keem, setting the tone with a mix of introspective pop and contemporary hip-hop. The opening day also features a wide range of artists including Pierce The Veil, Mariah The Scientist, Turnover, The Beths, Audrey Hobert, Confidence Man, Flipturn, and The Dare, highlighting the festival’s continued commitment to alternative and indie-driven sounds alongside mainstream names.
Saturday brings one of the most stylistically diverse combinations of the weekend, led by Stray Kids and Kali Uchis. The day’s lineup spans genres and cultures, with performances from Major Lazer, Blood Orange, Wet Leg, Amyl and The Sniffers, Ravyn Lenae, Del Water Gap, Thee Sacred Souls, and Spacey Jane, reinforcing Gov Ball’s reputation for programming that bridges global pop, electronic influences, punk energy, and soulful R&B.
Sunday closes the festival with a high-impact finale featuring A$AP Rocky and Jennie, marking one of the most talked-about headline pairings of the year. The final day also includes standout performances from Dominic Fike, Japanese Breakfast, Clipse, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist, Hot Mulligan, Holly Humberstone, Rachel Chinouriri, and Slayyyter, offering a balance of legacy acts, critical favorites, and emerging voices.
Set in the heart of New York City, The Governors Ball 2026 continues to position itself as a cultural snapshot of modern music, emphasizing diversity, crossover appeal, and discovery. With its expansive lineup and iconic location, the festival is expected to draw fans from around the world, further solidifying Gov Ball’s status as a defining event of the summer festival season. Presale tickets are available via govball.com, with strong demand anticipated following the lineup announcement.