The lineup for the upcoming Vans Warped Tour continues to grow, with another wave of artists announced for the festival’s 2026 return. This latest batch includes recognizable names like Waterparks and Gym Class Heroes alongside heavier acts and rising bands from across the punk and alternative scenes.
From hardcore energy to pop-rock anthems, the newest additions further highlight the diverse range of artists shaping the Warped Tour 2026 lineup and generating a lot of excitement for all five Warped Tour stops.
Waterparks Bring Pop-Rock Energy to 2026 Warped Tour
@Waterparks have built a devoted fanbase thanks to their energetic blend of pop-rock hooks, sharp lyrics, and vibrant stage presence. With an audience that thrives online and a catalogue packed with festival-ready songs, their addition brings a high-energy modern alternative sound to the lineup. "Stupid for You" has been living rent free in my head since the announcement yesterday and that's unlikely to change anytime soon. You can catch Waterparks at the DC and Long Beach shows this year.
Gym Class Heroes Return with Alt-Hip-Hop Nostalgia
I'll never forget the first time I saw @Gym Class Heroes. Hip-hop at my punk rock show? It's more likely than you'd think! Watching them perform "Taxi Driver" for the first time and name off 26 of my favorite punk and emo bands was something I'll always remember. The Warped Tour veterans have been part of the tour on and off since 2005, and they're always a blast to see live. Like a gift from Travie-Claus himself. Gym Class Heroes will be present for the DC and Long Beach shows.
It's Time to Once Again DRAIN the Swamp
@DRAIN have become one of the most exciting bands in the modern hardcore scene, known for explosive live shows and high-speed riffs. Seeing them in Orlando last year was a highlight of the festival. Their addition ensures the Warped Tour lineup keeps its connection to the raw energy that has always fueled punk and hardcore crowds. They join the Orlando lineup again this year.
Angel Du$t Blend Hardcore Roots with Alternative Hooks
@Angel Du$t have carved out a unique space between hardcore, alternative rock, and melodic punk. Their genre-blurring sound and evolving style make them one of the more intriguing additions to this latest announcement. Angel Du$t will be in Mexico City and Montreal this year.
Maylene & the Sons of Disaster Bring Southern Metal Power
There's nothing quite like the twang of the guitar that announces a @Maylene And The Sons Of Disaster song. The band returned to action a couple of years ago after a 10 year hiatus while frontman Dallas Taylor recovered from a nearly fatal ATV accident. We're glad to see them at it still, and look forward their unique southern metal sound. Maylene And The Sons of Disaster will be in Orlando this year.
Additional Artists Announced on March 4th
US fans of the Mexican alt rock scene will be excited to hear that @División Minúscula are dropping by the Long Beach and Orlando Warped Tour stops this year in addition to the Mexico City show. @Slay Squad will be in Long Beach and Orlando, bringing their self-proclaimed "Ghetto Metal" to both coasts this year. Montreal will get a taste of metalcore from Québec's @Basterds. And @rosecoloredworld will also join the lineup for all three US stops. The LA based rock-duo consists of founding members Addison and Rae (no, not Addison Rae). Their catchy melodies and lyrics are delightful, and I'm I can't wait to catch them live.
With each new announcement, the Warped Tour 2026 lineup continues to expand with a mix of established names and rising artists across a growing list of genres. We're still in the 30ish days of Warped, and more announcements are expected today.
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