Las Vegas is about to host one of the most stacked music festivals of the year, and if your September calendar is looking suspiciously empty, you might want to fix that. The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival is bringing together a genre-spanning lineup that runs from K-pop to country to classic rock, all under one roof at the T-Mobile Arena. Here is everything you need to know before tickets disappear.
iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 Overview
| Detail | Info |
| Event | 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival |
| Dates | 18 and 19 September 2026 |
| Venue | T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas |
| Host | Ryan Seacrest |
| Presenting Partner | Capital One |
| Live Stream | Disney+ and Hulu |
| General Sale | 12 June 2026, 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT via AXS |
| Official Site | iheartradio.com |
When and Where Is the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival?
The festival takes place across two nights, 18 and 19 September 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ryan Seacrest returns as host, and the event will broadcast live across iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide. Both nights will also stream live on Disney+ and Hulu, giving fans access from anywhere in the world.
Full 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival Lineup
The full confirmed lineup is split across two nights. Additional artists are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Night 1: Friday, 18 September 2026
| Artist | Genre |
| BTS | K-pop |
| Cardi B | Hip-hop |
| Goo Goo Dolls | Rock |
| Kenny Chesney | Country |
| Weezer | Rock |
| Zara Larsson | Pop |
Night 2: Saturday, 19 September 2026
| Artist | Genre |
| Benson Boone | Pop/Rock |
| Lainey Wilson | Country |
| Major Lazer | Dance/Electronic |
| Muse | Rock |
| Snoop Dogg | Hip-hop |
More acts are set to be announced ahead of the festival, so the lineup could expand significantly before September.
How to Buy Tickets to the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026
Tickets for the festival go on general sale on 12 June 2026 at 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT through the official website and via AXS at axs.com.
Capital One cardholders had access to a presale window beginning 10 June and running through 12 June at 1 PM ET, or while supplies lasted. Up to 8 tickets per transaction were available during that window, with qualifying Capital One credit and debit cards required (excluding Capital One-issued private label retail cards).
Resale tickets are also available through verified platforms:
| Platform | Starting Price | Notes |
| Vivid Seats | From ~$178 | 100% buyer guarantee |
| SeatGeek | From ~$175 | Use code TAKE5 for $5 off $300+ orders |
| StubHub | From ~$181 | Buyer protection included |
| TicketNetwork | From ~$214 | Use code TIXDEAL15 for 15% off sitewide |
Resale pricing varies by night and demand. Two-day passes are also available across resale platforms for those planning to attend both nights.
How to Watch iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 Online
Fans who cannot attend in person can stream both nights of the festival live through Disney+ and Hulu. The performances will air on 18 and 19 September respectively, giving a front-row streaming experience from home.
The festival also broadcasts live across iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide in the US for those who prefer audio coverage.
Why Is the 2026 Lineup Particularly Significant?
This year’s lineup balances current chart dominance with legacy act power across multiple genres, and a few names stand out in particular:
BTS headlining Night 1 marks one of the group’s most significant US festival appearances following their full comeback after a three-year hiatus during which members completed mandatory military service in South Korea. The group released the Billboard 200-topping album ARIRANG earlier in 2026 and launched a global world tour, making their iHeartRadio set a high-demand moment for ARMYs across the country.
Cardi B and Snoop Dogg anchor the hip-hop representation across both nights, while Kenny Chesney and Lainey Wilson carry the country contingent. Rock fans get a strong showing with Muse, Weezer, and the Goo Goo Dolls, and pop is covered by rising star Benson Boone and global hitmaker Zara Larsson.
iHeartMedia’s chief programming officer Tom Poleman and president of entertainment enterprises John Sykes described the 2026 lineup as one that “truly reflects the incredible diversity of music today,” promising “an unmatched live and streaming experience that reaches millions of fans everywhere.”
How Does This Compare to Previous Years?
The iHeartRadio Music Festival is now in its 16th year and has consistently delivered genre-spanning lineups. The 2025 edition featured Jelly Roll, Tate McRae, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, and Ed Sheeran, while the 2024 lineup included A$AP Rocky, The Weeknd, Doja Cat, and Dua Lipa. The 2026 lineup continues that tradition of pairing legacy icons with current chart leaders.
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