Tool, Limp Bizkit, My Chemical Romance & More Set To Headline 2026 Aftershock Festival

The 2026 Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA has officially revealed its full lineup. Scheduled for October 1st–4th at Discovery Park, this year’s event promises a diverse mix of metal, punk, emo, and nu-metal, anchored by headlining sets from Tool, Limp Bizkit, My Chemical Romance, and Pierce The Veil, the latter making their first-ever Aftershock headlining appearance.

Danny Wimmer of DWP, the festival’s promoter, said:

“This year’s Aftershock marks a bold new chapter for the festival. We’ve brought together metal, punk, emo, and nu-metal to create a lineup that’s raw, youthful, and unapologetic. With Tool anchoring the weekend and Pierce The Veil making their headlining debut, we’re breaking boundaries and redefining what Aftershock can be. And after years of fan requests, we’re finally introducing camping — giving fans the chance to fully immerse themselves in the weekend. This is a new era for Aftershock, and Sacramento is about to feel it.”

This year’s lineup also includes veteran rap acts Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy, Cypress Hill, Three 6 Mafia, and Insane Clown Posse on Friday, plus reunion sets from Circa Survive, Oleander, Ünloco, and a special Drowning Pool “Sinner” 25th anniversary set. Cavalera will perform Sepultura’s “Roots”, and rare performances from From First To Last are also on the docket.

Thursday, October 1st:
My Chemical Romance, Sublime, Hot Mulligan, Mayday Parade, The Offspring, The Used, New Found Glory, RED (20th anniversary of End Of Silence)

Friday, October 2nd:
Limp Bizkit, Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy, Cypress Hill, Insane Clown Posse, P.O.D., Drowning Pool (Sinner anniversary)

Saturday, October 3rd:
Pierce The Veil, BABYMETAL, Sleeping With Sirens, A Day To Remember, Black Label Society, Circa Survive

Sunday, October 4th:
Tool, Danny Elfman, AFI, Zakk Sabbath, Buckethead, Queens Of The Stone Age, Body Count, Suicidal Tendencies

Performances will span five stages, featuring more than 140 artists across the weekend.

Fans in Sacramento can celebrate the lineup at a launch party tonight at The Jungle Bird from 6–10pm PST. Attendees will enjoy free drinks and a chance to win 4-day passes to the festival.

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