The Governors Ball Music Festival has officially announced its 2026 lineup, with Lorde, Stray Kids and A$AP Rocky confirmed as headliners for the three day event in New York City. The festival will take place from June 5 to June 7 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, continuing its tradition as one of the city’s premier summer music gatherings.
Lorde will open the festival on June 5, marking her first Governors Ball appearance since her acclaimed headline performance in 2017. Her return comes after years away from the event and is expected to draw strong interest from longtime fans. Supporting acts on the opening day include Baby Keem, Katseye, Pierce the Veil, Mariah the Scientist, King Princess and several rising artists.
June 6 will feature Stray Kids as the main attraction, making the globally popular K pop group’s debut at the festival. The night’s lineup also includes Kali Uchis, Major Lazer, Blood Orange, Wet Leg and Ravyn Lenae, highlighting a blend of international pop, electronic and alternative sounds. The group’s appearance reflects Governors Ball’s growing emphasis on global acts and genre diversity.
The festival will close on June 7 with a headline performance from A$AP Rocky, coinciding with the upcoming release of his long awaited fourth studio album. The final day will also feature performances from Jennie, Dominic Fike, Clipse, Japanese Breakfast, Holly Humberstone and several other notable names across the festival’s multiple stages.
Organizers have emphasized the depth of this year’s lineup, which balances established headliners with emerging talent across pop, hip hop, rock and electronic music. The 2026 edition builds on the momentum of last year’s anniversary event, which featured high profile performances and strong attendance.
With its mix of returning favorites, first time performers and global stars, Governors Ball 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated music festivals of the summer season.
