Tate McRae, Charli XCX, Olivia Dean, JENNIE to headline Lollapalooza 2026

The female-forward lineup for the iconic Chicago music festival is announced.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 11:00pm

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Lollapalooza has revealed its 2026 headliners, featuring a lineup dominated by female artists. Tate McRae, Charli XCX, Lorde, Olivia Dean, and JENNIE will take the stage at Chicago's Grant Park from July 30 through August 2. The festival will also feature performances by Zara Larsson, Sienna Spiro, sombr, The Chainsmokers, Leon Thomas, 5 Seconds of Summer, and Audrey Hobert, among dozens of other acts.

Why it matters

Lollapalooza has long been one of the most influential music festivals in the world, helping to launch the careers of countless artists. This year's female-forward lineup reflects a broader trend in the music industry towards greater representation and equity for women performers.

The details

Presale tickets for Lollapalooza 2026 will go on sale on March 19 at 10 a.m. CT, with a one-hour window for the guaranteed lowest price four-day passes. Tickets will then go on sale to the general public at 11 a.m. CT the same day. Fans can sign up now for the presale at Lollapalooza.com.

  • Lollapalooza 2026 will take place from July 30 through August 2 in Chicago's Grant Park.
  • Presale tickets will go on sale on March 19, 2026 at 10 a.m. CT.
  • General public tickets will go on sale on March 19, 2026 at 11 a.m. CT.

The players

Tate McRae

A Canadian singer-songwriter who rose to fame on YouTube and has since become a chart-topping pop artist.

Charli XCX

A British singer, songwriter, and record producer known for her innovative and experimental pop music.

Olivia Dean

A British singer-songwriter who blends jazz, soul, and pop influences in her music.

JENNIE

A South Korean singer and member of the K-pop girl group BLACKPINK.

Lollapalooza

An iconic annual music festival that has been held in Chicago's Grant Park since 1991, featuring a diverse lineup of musical acts across multiple genres.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be bringing such a talented and diverse lineup of female artists to Lollapalooza this year. This festival has always been about celebrating the best and brightest in music, and we believe this year's headliners truly embody that spirit.”

— Charlie Walker, Lollapalooza Co-Founder (hot1017.com)

What’s next

Fans can sign up now for the Lollapalooza 2026 presale at Lollapalooza.com. Presale tickets will go on sale on March 19 at 10 a.m. CT, with general public tickets following at 11 a.m. CT the same day.

The takeaway

Lollapalooza's 2026 lineup reflects a growing trend towards greater representation of women in the music industry, showcasing some of the most exciting female artists across pop, rock, and electronic music. This year's festival promises to be a celebration of the incredible talent and diversity within the music world.