The iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 brought some of the biggest names in music together for a two-night celebration at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with BTS, Cardi B, Benson Boone, Ciara, Snoop Dogg, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, Muse and more taking the stage. The annual event, presented by Capital One and hosted by Ryan Seacrest, took place September 18 and 19, 2026, and has now moved into its post-event highlights phase.
The latest official information confirms that the festival delivered two nights of performances featuring artists from pop, hip-hop, country, rock, alternative and global music. iHeartRadio has also begun releasing videos, performance highlights and memorable moments from the Las Vegas event.
What Was the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026?
The 2026 edition of the iHeartRadio Music Festival was held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19. Rather than focusing on one musical genre, the event once again brought together performers representing a broad range of contemporary and established music.
Ryan Seacrest returned as host, while the festival featured a mixture of major headliners, special performances and surprise moments. The event was presented by Capital One, continuing the partnership around one of iHeartMedia’s major annual music events.
iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 Lineup
The final lineup included 15 featured performers and a special performance by Stella Lefty. The artists represented a particularly broad cross-section of the current music landscape.
The lineup included:
- BTS
- Benson Boone
- Cardi B
- Ciara
- Goo Goo Dolls
- Kenny Chesney
- Lainey Wilson
- LE SSERAFIM
- Major Lazer
- Muse
- Snoop Dogg
- The Smashing Pumpkins
- Weezer
- Zara Larsson
- Stella Lefty, in a special performance
Ciara, The Smashing Pumpkins and Stella Lefty were among the additions announced after the original lineup was revealed, bringing the final bill to an even wider mix of genres and generations.
Who Performed on Night One?
The first night featured BTS, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Weezer and Zara Larsson.
The Friday lineup gave the festival a particularly varied opening night. BTS represented global pop, while Cardi B brought hip-hop energy to the stage. Goo Goo Dolls and Weezer added rock elements, Kenny Chesney represented country music, and Zara Larsson brought contemporary pop to the lineup.
BTS was among the biggest attractions of the first evening, while the combination of established acts and newer international pop stars helped create the genre-spanning format for which the festival is known.
Who Performed on Night Two?
Saturday’s performers included Benson Boone, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, The Smashing Pumpkins and Stella Lefty.
The second night moved between pop, country, electronic music, hip-hop and alternative rock. Benson Boone brought his energetic performance style to the stage, while Ciara represented a major R&B and pop presence.
Lainey Wilson provided the country component, while LE SSERAFIM continued the festival’s growing representation of K-pop. Major Lazer, Muse and Snoop Dogg added very different sounds to the evening, creating one of the most varied bills of the weekend.
BTS, Snoop Dogg and Other Memorable Festival Moments
The 2026 festival generated several moments that continued to attract attention after the concerts ended.
iHeartRadio’s official festival coverage highlighted Snoop Dogg teaming up with Wiz Khalifa for a surprise appearance. Other post-event highlights included Benson Boone’s trademark backflips, Muse’s visually striking performance and LE SSERAFIM’s take on a 1990s dance craze.
Ciara also drew attention with her energetic performance, while Lainey Wilson honored the late Dolly Parton during her appearance. The Smashing Pumpkins used the Las Vegas stage to showcase songs associated with their catalog, while Major Lazer delivered a high-energy set.
These moments helped extend the festival’s reach beyond the arena, as iHeartRadio continues to publish individual performance clips and recaps.
Where Was the 2026 Festival Held?
The event took place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, located at 3780 South Las Vegas Boulevard.
The venue hosted both nights of the festival, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. according to the arena’s event information. The official venue listing also confirms the performers scheduled for each night.
Las Vegas has become closely associated with the annual festival, giving iHeartMedia a large entertainment destination for its flagship live music event.
How Could Fans Watch the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026?
Fans who were unable to attend in person had multiple ways to experience the festival.
The event was broadcast through iHeartMedia radio stations across the United States, reaching listeners in more than 150 markets. Disney+ and Hulu served as the official streaming destinations, allowing subscribers to watch the performances from home.
That streaming component remains important after the live weekend because fans can continue to find official festival videos, performance clips and highlight coverage through iHeartRadio’s digital platforms.
When Will the 2026 Festival Highlights Be Available?
The festival’s live performances have already taken place, but the event is not finished from a digital-content perspective.
According to iHeartMedia’s post-event announcement, a special featuring highlights from the festival will become available to stream on Disney+ and Hulu beginning October 1, 2026.
That gives viewers another opportunity to revisit the biggest performances without needing to have attended the September concerts.
The House of Music Returns in 2026
Another feature associated with the festival was the House of Music presented by Hyundai.
The immersive mixed-reality experience returned for its fourth year and was inspired by several artists appearing at the 2026 festival, including BTS, Cardi B, Kenny Chesney and Zara Larsson.
The experience added an interactive component to the overall festival weekend and gave attendees something beyond the main-stage concerts.
What Happened After the Festival?
The immediate focus following the September 18-19 concerts has shifted toward performances, behind-the-scenes material and standout moments.
iHeartRadio’s official festival page is now highlighting clips and stories from both nights, including performances from LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, Snoop Dogg, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, The Smashing Pumpkins, Muse and Benson Boone.
The post-event coverage also gives fans an opportunity to revisit moments they may have missed during the two-night concert.
Is the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 Still Happening?
No. The 2026 edition has already concluded.
The festival took place on September 18 and 19 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. iHeartMedia’s September 20 announcement confirmed that the two-day event had concluded, while the official festival page has shifted to showcasing performances and highlights from the completed weekend.
This distinction is important for fans searching for the latest information because earlier promotional pages described the festival as an upcoming event. Those pages have since been superseded by the official post-event coverage.
What Comes Next for iHeartRadio Fans?
With the Las Vegas festival complete, attention is now turning toward the next major iHeartRadio live music event: the 2026 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour.
The Jingle Ball Tour is scheduled to visit nine major U.S. markets from December 1 through December 17, including Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, Detroit, New York City, Boston, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Nashville.
Importantly, September 25 is also a major date for Jingle Ball fans. iHeartRadio has announced that the 2026 Jingle Ball lineups are being revealed on September 25, while Capital One cardholders have access to a dedicated presale beginning September 29.
That means the conclusion of the 2026 Las Vegas festival comes just as iHeartRadio’s holiday concert season begins taking shape.
Why the 2026 Festival Stands Out
The 2026 festival once again demonstrated the central idea behind the iHeartRadio format: placing artists from very different parts of the music industry on the same stage.
The final bill crossed global pop, mainstream pop, hip-hop, country, K-pop, electronic music and rock. BTS and LE SSERAFIM represented major international pop audiences, while Cardi B and Snoop Dogg brought hip-hop, Kenny Chesney and Lainey Wilson represented country, and acts such as Muse, Weezer, The Smashing Pumpkins and Goo Goo Dolls brought different generations of rock fans together.
With the live performances now complete and additional highlight content arriving in the weeks ahead, fans still have several opportunities to revisit the biggest moments from the Las Vegas weekend.
What was your favorite moment from the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival? Share your thoughts and stay tuned for the latest iHeartRadio music and concert updates.