RiverBeat Music Festival 2026 Lineup & Daily Schedule
The RiverBeat Music Festival 2026 is officially set, and this year’s lineup is stacked from top to bottom. Taking over Memphis May 1st through May 3rd, RiverBeat is bringing a mix of legendary artists, chart-toppers, and hometown favorites to the riverfront.
If you’re planning to go, here’s your full breakdown of who’s playing and when.
RiverBeat 2026 Dates
The festival runs for three full days:
- Friday, May 1st (Day One)
- Saturday, May 2nd (Day Two)
- Sunday, May 3rd (Day Three)
Each day delivers a completely different vibe, making the full weekend experience worth it.
Friday, May 1st Lineup (Day One)
Day one kicks off strong with a mix of indie, alternative, and hip-hop legends.
Headliners include:
- The Red Clay Strays
- Lord Huron
- Salt-N-Pepa
Also performing:
- De La Soul
- The 502s
- Rob Garza (of Thievery Corporation)
- Tinzo + Jojo
- Dead Soldiers
- Hope Clayburn’s Soul Scrimmage
- Scotty B
- Katie Lopez
Saturday, May 2nd Lineup (Day Two)
Saturday is built for massive energy with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and EDM.
Headliners include:
- Wu-Tang Clan
- Ice Cube
- Marshmello
Also performing:
- Phantogram
- Cheat Codes
- HonesTay
- DJ Squeeky
- Turntstyles
- Optic Sink
- DJ Nico
- South Memphis Jeff
Special Memphis Rap OGz Performance Featuring:
- Tela
- Gangsta Blac
- Frayser Boy
- Kia Shine
- Tom Skeemask
- DJ Zirk
- DJ Bizzle Bluebland
- DJ Superman
Sunday, May 3rd Lineup (Day Three)
Sunday closes out the festival with a genre-blending lineup perfect for all music fans.
Headliners include:
- Dave Matthews Band
- T-Pain
- St. Vincent
Also performing:
- Wale
- John Butler (with band)
- Walshy Fire (of Major Lazer)
- Dogs in a Pile
- Moonlight
- Lukah
- Strooly
- YBreezy
Special Performance:
- Boo Mitchell’s Royal Studios Jam featuring The Hi Rhythm Section
Why RiverBeat 2026 Is a Must-Go
The RiverBeat Music Festival 2026 lineup brings together:
- 🎤 Hip-hop legends like Wu-Tang Clan and Ice Cube
- 🎧 Festival favorites like Marshmello
- 🎸 Live music icons like Dave Matthews Band
- 🎶 A strong Memphis music presence
It’s one of the most diverse festival lineups you’ll find anywhere this year.
Final Thoughts on RiverBeat Music Festival 2026
From May 1st through May 3rd, the RiverBeat Music Festival 2026 is set to deliver one of the biggest weekends in Memphis music. Whether you’re going for one day or all three, this lineup guarantees an unforgettable experience.
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