Organizers officially announced the first wave of performers on Tuesday, June 2, confirming that global stars including BTS, Cardi B, Lainey Wilson, Benson Boone, Zara Larsson, Kenny Chesney, Muse, Snoop Dogg, Weezer, Goo Goo Dolls and Major Lazer will take the stage during the highly anticipated two-day event.
The annual festival is scheduled to take place on September 18 and 19 at the renowned T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Event organizers also revealed that additional performers will be announced in the coming months, adding even more excitement for fans planning to attend.
The iHeartRadio Music Festival has built a reputation for bringing together artists from diverse musical backgrounds, creating a unique experience where pop, hip-hop, country, rock and electronic music audiences can enjoy performances under one roof.
Highlighting the vision behind the event, iHeartMedia executives Tom Poleman and John Sykes emphasized the festival's commitment to showcasing today's biggest music stars.
"The iHeartRadio Music Festival is all about bringing together the biggest artists across every genre for two unforgettable nights, and this year's lineup truly reflects the incredible diversity of music today," said chief programming officer Tom Poleman and president of entertainment enterprises John Sykes in a joint statement.
They added:
"From global superstars to fan-favorite icons, we're excited to once again deliver an unmatched live and streaming experience that reaches millions of fans everywhere."
Beyond the performances, the festival continues to position itself as one of the most accessible major music events in the United States. While thousands of fans are expected to attend in person, audiences around the world will also be able to watch the performances from home through live streaming partnerships with Disney+ and Hulu.
Ticket sales are expected to attract significant demand. General public ticket sales will begin on June 12 at 2 p.m. ET through AXS, while Capital One cardholders will receive early access through an exclusive presale starting June 10.
Hosted once again by media personality Ryan Seacrest, the festival is expected to deliver two nights of high-energy performances, exclusive collaborations and memorable moments that have become hallmarks of the annual event.
The 2026 edition follows several years of blockbuster lineups. In 2025, the festival featured major names such as Jelly Roll, Tate McRae, Mariah Carey, Maroon 5 and Ed Sheeran. The previous year saw performances from A$AP Rocky, The Weeknd, Doja Cat and Dua Lipa, further cementing the event's status as one of the industry's premier live music showcases.
With a blend of chart-topping superstars, veteran hitmakers and fan-favorite performers, this year's iHeartRadio Music Festival is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated music events of the year, drawing attention from fans across the globe as the countdown to September begins.