KATSEYE, XG, KiiiKiii, LNGSHOT and More Featured in Star-Studded Lineup at Head in the Clouds LA Festival

2026 Head in the Clouds Festival: Star-Studded Lineup Announced

88rising, in collaboration with Goldenvoice, has officially revealed the much-anticipated lineup for the 2026 Head in the Clouds Music and Arts Festival. This year’s event, scheduled for August 8 at the scenic Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, will feature Grammy-nominated girl group KATSEYE and the exhilarating Japanese outfit XG as the headliners.

A Celebration of Asian Talent

The festival stands as one of the foremost platforms highlighting Asian and Asian diasporic talent in the U. S.The lineup also includes South Korean rapper Dabin.kr—making his U. S.debut—alongside renowned artists such as Rich Brian, R&B sensation UMI, K-pop boy group LNGSHOT, girl group KiiiKiii, DJ Gia Fu, Tiffany Day, and rapper Warren Hue.

Format Changes: One-Day Experience

This year, the festival will change its traditional two-day format to a single-day event, a notable shift from the previous edition. Last year’s festival celebrated its 10th anniversary with a remarkable two-day event in Los Angeles, headlined by iconic artists G-Dragon and 2NE1, and attracted over 75, 000 attendees, as reported by Soompi.

Updates on KATSEYE’s Member

In a recent joint announcement from Hybe and Geffen Records posted on Weverse, it was revealed that KATSEYE member Manon Bannerman will be temporarily stepping back from group activities to prioritize her health. Whether she will be able to join her peers for the upcoming performance remains uncertain.

The Rise of KATSEYE and XG

Since its inception through the Netflix competition show The Debut: Dream Academy, KATSEYE has rapidly ascended within the global pop scene, earning a Grammy nomination along the way, as noted by Rolling Stone. Similarly, XG, a seven-member group based in South Korea, has captured a significant global audience with their eclectic mix of hip-hop, R&B, and pop music.

Festival Growth and Cultural Impact

Since its debut in 2018, Head in the Clouds has expanded significantly, moving beyond Los Angeles to host events in New York, Jakarta, Manila, and China. The festival not only showcases remarkable musical talent but also celebrates Asian culture through various forms of art, fashion, and culinary experiences.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the festival will be available for purchase starting Thursday, March 26, at 10 a.m. PT. General admission passes begin at $179, while VIP access starts at $329 and 1999 Club packages are offered from $479. All ticket prices include related service fees and taxes. Fans interested in attending can register for ticket access on the official Head in the Clouds website, as reported by Forbes.