Insomniac has officially announced that Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas 2026 will take place May 15–17, 2026, at the iconic Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Marking the 30th anniversary of North America’s largest electronic music festival, this milestone edition promises three unforgettable nights of music, art, immersive production, and community.
Since its inception in the early 1990s, EDC has grown into a global phenomenon. What began as a Southern California rave has transformed into a multi-city, internationally recognized festival brand. The Las Vegas edition remains the flagship event, drawing hundreds of thousands of Headliners from around the world for a massive celebration of electronic music culture.
World-Class Lineup Announced
EDC Las Vegas 2026 delivers one of the most diverse and ambitious lineups in festival history, featuring over 200 artists across multiple genre-specific stages.
Among the major artists announced:
Martin Garrix returns to the main stage with his signature high-energy progressive house sound and a growing catalog of global festival anthems. Fresh off recent international performances and new music releases, Garrix remains one of dance music’s biggest stadium acts.
Tiësto, a longtime EDC icon, continues his cross-genre evolution with new singles blending techno, big room, and radio-driven dance sounds. His return underscores his legacy as one of the festival’s most celebrated performers.
Charlotte de Witte represents the techno spectrum with her driving, high-intensity sets. She has recently expanded her global imprint with new headline shows and label releases, further cementing her place in the underground and mainstage crossover space.
John Summit, one of the most in-demand house artists of the past few years, arrives at EDC amid continued momentum, including sold-out tours and festival appearances worldwide.
Peggy Gou, known for her genre-blending sound and distinctive stage presence, continues to build on her international rise, bringing a deeper house and techno flavor to the 2026 lineup.
Bass fans can expect powerful performances from acts such as Subtronics, Seven Lions, and Liquid Stranger, each bringing evolved sounds, recent releases, and large-scale production experiences.
In addition, legendary electronic act The Prodigy joins the lineup, reinforcing EDC’s ongoing ability to merge legacy artists with contemporary headliners.
Official Trailer
Insomniac has released the official EDC Las Vegas 2026 trailer, showcasing cinematic desert visuals, large-scale stage production, fireworks, and crowd moments celebrating three decades under the Electric Sky.
Watch the trailer here:
https://lasvegas.electricdaisycarnival.com
30th Anniversary Celebration
The 2026 edition carries special significance as it celebrates 30 years of Electric Daisy Carnival. Over three decades, EDC has continuously evolved in scale and technology, pioneering immersive festival design and experiential storytelling.
The Las Vegas Motor Speedway will once again transform into a neon metropolis featuring:
- Multi-stage production including kineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, cosmicMEADOW, neonGARDEN and more
- Large-scale art installations
- Carnival rides and interactive zones
- Fireworks displays each night
- 3D mapped stage visuals and evolving stage architecture
Tickets for the 30th anniversary edition generated significant demand following announcement phases. Insomniac also confirmed continued support for community initiatives, including the annual EDC Charity Auction offering exclusive fan experiences tied to fundraising efforts.
EDC Week & Las Vegas Takeover
In addition to the three-day festival, EDC Week 2026 will once again transform Las Vegas into a citywide electronic music hub. Leading DJs and artists will host club residencies, pool parties, and curated events across major Vegas nightlife venues in the days surrounding the festival.
This expanded programming ensures that the celebration extends far beyond the Speedway.
About Electric Daisy Carnival
Electric Daisy Carnival is produced by Insomniac, one of the world’s leading live music experience creators. Known for fusing music, large-scale production design, carnival elements, and immersive art, EDC remains one of the most recognized and culturally significant electronic music festivals globally.
The 2026 edition celebrates not only the artists and production, but the Headliners who have shaped the festival’s identity over the past three decades.
