Vans Warped Tour Reveals First Artists for 2026

Jimmy Eat World and Dance Gavin Dance announced as first acts on the lineup

Jan. 30, 2026 at 5:23pm

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The legendary Vans Warped Tour music festival has announced the first two artists on its 2026 lineup - Jimmy Eat World and Dance Gavin Dance. The touring festival is returning after a six-year hiatus, with plans to expand to five two-day festivals across North America as well as new international editions in Canada and Mexico. The full 2026 lineup will be revealed over the next 30 days, with artists announced daily on Warped Tour's social media platforms.

Why it matters

The Vans Warped Tour has been a staple of the alternative music scene for over 30 years, helping to launch the careers of countless bands. Its return in 2025 after a six-year break was met with enthusiasm from fans, and the expansion to new markets signals the festival's continued relevance and ability to draw large crowds.

The details

Jimmy Eat World and Dance Gavin Dance have been announced as the first two acts on the 2026 Vans Warped Tour lineup. The festival is expanding to five two-day events across the U.S. in 2026, as well as launching new international editions in Canada and Mexico. The full lineup will be revealed over the next 30 days, with artists announced daily on Warped Tour's social media platforms.

  • Vans Warped Tour took a six year hiatus from 2019 to 2025.
  • Warped Tour returned in 2025 to celebrate its 30th anniversary with three sold out stops across North America.
  • The 2026 Vans Warped Tour is expanding to five two-day U.S. festivals and launching new international editions in Canada and Mexico.

The players

Jimmy Eat World

An American rock band that has been described as an "all-time Warped band" by the festival organizers.

Dance Gavin Dance

An American post-hardcore band that has also been announced as one of the first acts on the 2026 Vans Warped Tour lineup.

Kevin Lyman

The founder of the Vans Warped Tour music festival.

Insomniac

The EDM festival promoter that Vans Warped Tour partnered with in 2025 for its 30th anniversary events.

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What they’re saying

“Warped has always been about a sense of discovery, learning about brands, non-profits and bands. By releasing the line-up the way we do is the best way we have been able to figure out how to do this. Each band gets their moment to introduce or reacquaint themselves to you, and for those who get Warped they get this. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you in the pit!”

— Kevin Lyman, Vans Warped Tour founder (Billboard)

What’s next

The full 2026 Vans Warped Tour lineup will be revealed over the next 30 days, with artists announced daily on the festival's social media platforms.

The takeaway

The return of the iconic Vans Warped Tour in 2026, along with its expansion to new markets, signals the festival's continued relevance and ability to draw large crowds of alternative music fans eager to discover new bands and experience the unique Warped Tour atmosphere.