Shaky Knees 2026 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup

Annual Atlanta music festival to feature Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes, Wu-Tang Clan and more

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:10pm

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Atlanta's Shaky Knees Music Festival has announced the lineup for its 13th annual edition, set to take place September 18-20, 2026 at Piedmont Park. The three-day event will feature over 50 acts across four stages, headlined by Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes, and Gorillaz.

Why it matters

Shaky Knees is one of the Southeast's premier music festivals, drawing tens of thousands of attendees each year to experience a diverse array of rock, indie, hip-hop, and alternative acts. The 2026 lineup promises to continue the festival's tradition of delivering a can't-miss experience for music fans.

The details

In addition to the headliners, the supporting lineup includes LCD Soundsystem, Turnstile, Wu-Tang Clan, The Prodigy, Pierce the Veil, Fontaines D.C., Pavement, Geese, Knocked Loose, Danny Elfman, Modest Mouse, Blood Orange, and Jimmy Eat World, among many others. Notable up-and-coming acts like Hot Mulligan, Japanese Breakfast, and Violet Grohl are also slated to perform.

  • Shaky Knees 2026 will take place September 18-20, 2026.
  • Tickets for the festival are on sale now at shakykneesfestival.com.

The players

Shaky Knees Music Festival

An annual music festival held in Atlanta, Georgia that features a diverse lineup of rock, indie, hip-hop, and alternative acts.

Twenty One Pilots

An American musical duo that blends elements of pop, rap, and rock, known for hits like 'Stressed Out' and 'Ride'.

The Strokes

An influential American rock band that helped spearhead the early 2000s garage rock revival.

Gorillaz

A virtual band created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett, blending elements of rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronic music.

Violet Grohl

The daughter of Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, set to make her festival debut as a solo artist.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be bringing such an incredible lineup to Shaky Knees this year. From legacy acts to the freshest faces in music, there's something for everyone at this festival.”

— Tim Sweetwood, Founder, Shaky Knees Music Festival

What’s next

Tickets for Shaky Knees 2026 are on sale now at the festival's official website, shakykneesfestival.com. Fans are encouraged to secure their passes early, as the event is expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

Shaky Knees continues to cement its status as one of the Southeast's premier music festivals, delivering a diverse and star-studded lineup that caters to a wide range of music tastes. The 2026 edition promises to be another can't-miss event for Atlanta concertgoers and music fans from across the region.