The desert is calling. Goldrush: The Return to the West is set to bring two unforgettable days of music and energy back to Rawhide Western Town on September 12 and 13, marking a long-awaited return after a three-year pause.
The western-themed festival returns with a powerful lineup, adding Dillon Francis to an already stacked bill that includes Excision, the global debut of Illenium b2b Zeds Dead, Major Lazer Soundsystem, Crankdat, Disco Lines, Getter (Resurrection Set), Wax Motif, Kyle Watson, and Benny Benassi, with over 20 additional acts spanning bass, house, and more.
Daily Artist Lineup:
Friday, September 12
Arius presents Prism Warp, Crankdat, Destructo, Dillon Francis, Eliminate, Excision, Getter (Resurrection Set), Hi-Lo, Infekt, Kyle Watson, LF System, Nikita, The Wicked, Rinzen, Steller, Sub Zero Project, Wax Motif, William Black, Pat Riot, Turbo
Saturday, September 13
Benny Benassi, ChaseWest, Dennett, Disco Lines, Drinkurwater, IIglesias (Hybrid Live), Illenium b2b Zeds Dead, Kompany, Major Lazer Soundsystem, Ninajirachi, Roddy Lima, Showtek (Hardstyle Set), Slamm b2b Dan Molinari, Space Laces, Versa b2b MVRDA, Wilkinson, Animate, Ema, Jimii
Special Features This Year:
- Goldrush DJ Competition: One finalist from the live competition on July 24 at Sunbar will win a main stage slot at the festival. Auditions for Weird & Wonderful performers will also take place during the event. A portion of proceeds supports ChildHelp.
- Oasis Pool Party Debut: On Saturday, September 13, festivalgoers can start their day at the official pre-party hosted at Gila River Resorts & Casinos. Running 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the experience includes cabanas, stage tables, VIP bars, and full-scale production.
- Afterparties: Official Friday and Saturday night afterparties will continue the festivities late into the night. Separate tickets are available now.
- Hotel Packages: Weekend bundles include accommodation, festival passes, pool party access, and round-trip shuttle service.
Tickets:
Two-day General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum passes are on sale starting at $227 (plus fees). Single-day tickets begin at $138 (plus fees). Shuttle passes, lockers, merch, parking, and hotel packages can also be added at checkout.
For details and tickets, visit www.goldrushfestaz.com. Follow along for updates on Instagram and X at @GoldrushFestAZ, or on Facebook at facebook.com/GoldrushFestAZ.
This is an 18+ event.
