Topanga Days Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup

Canned Heat, Cyril Neville, and Long Beach Dub Allstars to headline annual event

Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:52pm

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The 51st annual Topanga Days music festival in Topanga, California has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring longtime blues rockers Canned Heat, New Orleans funk/soul/jazz legend Cyril Neville, and longtime Southern California favorites Long Beach Dub Allstars. The three-day Memorial Day weekend event will also include several other acclaimed musical acts, as well as food, beer, wine, and family-friendly activities.

Why it matters

Topanga Days has been a beloved annual tradition in the Topanga Canyon community for over 50 years, bringing together music and art lovers from across the region to celebrate the natural beauty and communal spirit of the area. The festival's diverse lineup and wide range of activities make it a must-attend event for both longtime residents and visitors to the Topanga region.

The details

The 2026 Topanga Days festival will take place from May 23-25, with music performances, food and drink vendors, and family-friendly activities like an eclectic Memorial Day parade, a kids' Fun Zone, face painting, games, and a pie eating contest. Headliners Canned Heat, Cyril Neville, and Long Beach Dub Allstars will be joined by other acclaimed acts including Golden Dawn Arkestra, Will Worden, Ny Oh, Omar Velasco, and Wall of Sound (a Grateful Dead tribute band).

  • Topanga Days takes place annually on Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, 2026.
  • The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

The players

Topanga Days

An annual music, arts, and community festival that has been held in Topanga, California since 1973.

Canned Heat

A longtime blues rock band that will be headlining the 2026 Topanga Days festival.

Cyril Neville

A Grammy-winning New Orleans funk, soul, and jazz legend who will be headlining the 2026 Topanga Days festival.

Long Beach Dub Allstars

A longtime Southern California-based musical group that will be headlining the 2026 Topanga Days festival.

James Webber

The booking agent and board member for the Topanga Days festival.

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What they’re saying

“This year's Topanga Days lineup is a true journey into musical exploration.”

— James Webber, Booking agent and board member

“Topanga Days has always attracted a community of diverse individuals looking to celebrate the natural beauty and communal positivity of Topanga Canyon.”

— Nonie Shore, VP of Events

“Memorial Day weekend can't come soon enough. Topanga Days brings out the best in our community, and we're always honored to inspire all our attendees each year.”

— Sophie Zeiler, VP of Fundraising

What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Topanga Days festival are on sale now, with discounted advance online pricing available. The festival will take place rain or shine, and only service dogs with proper documentation are allowed on the grounds.

The takeaway

Topanga Days has become a beloved annual tradition that celebrates the unique community and natural beauty of Topanga Canyon. The festival's diverse musical lineup, family-friendly activities, and focus on supporting the local arts scene make it a must-attend event for music and culture lovers in the region.