Electric Forest has officially confirmed its return to the woodlands of Rothbury, Michigan, setting the dates of June 25 to 28 for its 2026 instalment. Known for blending music, art, and community into a singular immersive experience, the festival has revealed an initial lineup featuring over 100 artists that promises to span the full spectrum of modern electronic music.
Leading the bill are some of the most significant names in the industry. The festival will see headline performances from melodic bass superstar ILLENIUM, dubstep titan Excision, and the legendary Kaskade. A major highlight for the Forest Family is the double appearance of GRiZ. The multi-instrumentalist and fan favourite will perform two distinct sets, including his acclaimed ‘Chasing The Golden Hour’ performance. As per tradition, The String Cheese Incident will anchor the festival with multiple performances, featuring their famous Saturday night Shebongle Shebang.
In a move that has already sparked massive conversation online, Electric Forest has booked a world-first B2B set between DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) and T-Pain. Billed as a Bass DJ Set, this performance is expected to be one of the most energetic moments of the weekend. The roster also features heavy hitters like house phenom Chris Lake, techno driver Eli Brown, and the groove-driven sounds of Purple Disco Machine.
The undercard is equally impressive, catering to a wide variety of tastes. Bass and trap fans can look forward to sets from ISOxo, Ganja White Night, LSDream, and Sullivan King. The drum and bass genre is well represented by icons Andy C and Wilkinson, alongside Ivy Lab. The festival continues to push boundaries with live and eclectic acts such as Passion Pit, Bob Moses performing a club set, Madeon, and the cosmic country sounds of Daniel Donato.
This lineup release followed an elaborate scavenger hunt that engaged the community across social media and Reddit, where fans deciphered riddles to unlock the news. For those looking to secure their spot in the forest, tickets go on sale shortly. The Loyalty On Sale begins December 9 at 12pm ET, followed by the General On Sale on December 12 at 12pm ET. New for 2026, the festival has introduced a GA Preferred Car Camping option and an Uplift Lounge Add-On. Full details on packages can be found on the official Electric Forest website.
