Hopscotch Music Festival announces lineup, free community space for 2026

Hopscotch Music Festival returns to downtown Raleigh Sept. 10-12 with a fresh lineup of national and rising talent. 

Dexter and the Moonrocks: The West Texas band blends country and rock music to create their own sound, which they call "Western Space Grunge."

Cory Wong: The Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer and producer has played with notable artists like Jon Batiste and Billy Strings. He's known for his high-energy performances and funk-infused guitar style.

King Princess: The breakthrough artist has quickly risen to become one of pop's most distinctive voices. Her music is characterized by its genre-blending pop sound and honest songwriting.

Other rising names in the indie, alt rock, hip-hop, soul and funk worlds will play throughout the weekend at the City Plaza Main Stage on Fayetteville Street.

Thursday: Momma, Liz Cooper and Leo Brooks Band

Friday: Duckwrth, Thee Sinseers and Butch Brown

Saturday: Soccer Mommy, WILLIS and Annie DiRusso

Over 75 additional artists and groups will perform at Hopscotch's club shows. The shows will be held at Lincoln Theatre, Kings, Neptunes, The Pour House, Nash Hall and Slim's throughout the weekend.

The full club show schedule is on Hopscotch's website.

If you don't want to purchase a ticket to Hopscotch but still want to experience the festival, Moore Square Commons will feature live music, local vendors, food and drinks and community programming throughout the weekend. It's free to the public and no festival pass is required.

Hopscotch and Marbles Kids Museum are teaming up to host Totscotch on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event features fun, kid-friendly activities and bands.

Three-day general admission passes cost $129, and VIP passes are $299. Tickets are available on Hopscotch's website.