Ohana Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026 with one of its most exciting lineups yet. Taking over Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, California, September 25th–27th, the three-day festival brings together legendary rock acts, indie favorites, punk icons, Latin music superstars and genre-defying performers. The festival features more than 35 performances across three stages.

While Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder & Friends and Tyler Childers headline the three days, the supporting lineup is packed with artists who could easily be festival headliners themselves. From Pearl Jam's highly anticipated return to the stage to the reunion energy of Rilo Kiley and the explosive sound of Alabama Shakes, here are the top artists to see at Ohana Festival 2026.

PEARL JAM

If there's one performance that feels absolutely essential, it's Pearl Jam. The Seattle rock legends will close out Ohana Festival on Sunday, marking their scheduled return to the stage in 2026. For longtime Pearl Jam fans, seeing Eddie Vedder and the band return to the Doheny State Beach stage promises to be one of the defining live-music moments of the weekend. Expect a set filled with songs spanning the band's legendary catalog, powerful crowd interaction and the kind of emotional intensity that has made Pearl Jam one of rock's most enduring live acts.

Eddie Vedder & Friends

There's something uniquely special about Eddie Vedder & Friends at Ohana. As the festival's co-founder and longtime creative force, Vedder has traditionally used Ohana as a place to bring together musicians he admires. His Friday performance gives fans a chance to experience the Pearl Jam frontman in a setting that is different from his full-band performances. With Ohana built around Vedder's eclectic musical tastes, his set is one of the weekend's biggest wild cards—and potentially one of its most memorable performances.

Maná

Mexican rock giants Maná bring a completely different energy to the Ohana lineup. The band joins Vedder at the top of Friday's bill, bringing decades of Latin rock hits and an enormous international following to Doheny State Beach. Their appearance also gives the festival a major Latin-rock presence alongside its alternative, punk and classic-rock offerings. For anyone looking for a set that turns the beach into a giant singalong, Maná should be high on the list.

Fontaines D.C.

Fontaines D.C. could be one of the weekend's most electrifying performances. The Dublin post-punk band has become one of the defining alternative-rock acts of its generation, combining gritty guitars, hypnotic rhythms and frontman Grian Chatten's distinctive delivery. Their placement on Sunday's lineup is particularly exciting: fans can potentially go from Fontaines D.C.'s atmospheric post-punk intensity to Pixies and ultimately Pearl Jam. It's arguably the strongest day of the festival for alternative-rock fans.

Alabama Shakes

Alabama Shakes are another major reason to spend Saturday at Ohana. Known for their blend of Southern rock, blues, soul and garage-rock energy, the band's live performances have always centered around Brittany Howard's extraordinary vocals and commanding stage presence. Their appearance alongside Jon Batiste and Men I Trust makes Saturday one of the festival's most musically diverse days.

Billy Idol

Few artists bring the sheer punk-rock attitude of Billy Idol. From his days with Generation X through his massively successful solo career, Idol has remained one of rock's most recognizable performers. Expect plenty of swagger, guitar-driven classics and a set designed for a festival crowd. His appearance alongside Bad Religion and Courtney Barnett makes Friday particularly appealing to fans of punk, alternative and classic rock.

Pixies

Before Pearl Jam closes the festival, Pixies will bring their influential alternative-rock sound to the Ohana stage. The band's combination of loud-quiet dynamics, surreal songwriting and unconventional arrangements helped shape the alternative-rock explosion that followed them. Their inclusion makes Sunday's lineup especially attractive for fans who grew up on '80s and '90s alternative music. If you're building an essential Sunday itinerary, Pixies should absolutely be on it.

Rilo Kiley

Rilo Kiley adds a major dose of indie-rock nostalgia to Sunday's lineup. The band's return is particularly exciting for longtime fans of early-2000s indie music. Their emotionally direct songwriting and distinctive blend of indie rock, folk and pop make them a fascinating contrast to the heavier sounds surrounding them on Sunday. For fans who remember the band's influential catalog, this is one set that could become a highlight of the entire weekend.

Jon Batiste

Jon Batiste brings something completely different to Ohana. The Grammy and Academy Award-winning musician is known for blending jazz, soul, R&B, pop, gospel and New Orleans musical traditions. His ability to move effortlessly between genres makes him a perfect fit for a festival lineup that refuses to stay inside one musical box. If you're looking for a set with musicianship, energy and plenty of surprises, Batiste should be near the top of your Saturday list.

Courtney Barnett

Australian singer-songwriter and guitarist Courtney Barnett brings her sharp songwriting and laid-back indie-rock style to Friday's lineup. Barnett has built a reputation for turning everyday observations into clever, conversational songs while delivering them with understated guitar-driven energy. Her set provides a perfect counterpoint to the bigger rock performances happening around her.

Men I Trust

For something dreamy and atmospheric, make time for Men I Trust. The Montreal indie band is known for its hazy combination of dream pop, indie rock and mellow grooves. Their sound offers a welcome change of pace from the heavier performances throughout the weekend—and could be an especially beautiful soundtrack to an afternoon or early-evening set at the beach.

Three Days & Three Very Different Experiences

One of the best things about Ohana Festival 2026 is how dramatically the musical personality changes from day to day. Friday combines Eddie Vedder, Maná, Billy Idol and Courtney Barnett; Saturday brings Alabama Shakes, Jon Batiste and Men I Trust; and Sunday delivers an alternative-rock dream lineup featuring Rilo Kiley, Fontaines D.C., Pixies and Pearl Jam.

Taking place September 25–27 at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, the festival's 10th anniversary promises three days of music against one of Southern California's most iconic beach settings.

If you're choosing only a few performances, Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder & Friends, Fontaines D.C., Alabama Shakes, Maná and Pixies would be at the top of our list. But the real appeal of Ohana is discovering artists between the headliners—and this year's lineup offers plenty of opportunities to do exactly that.

Ohana Festival 2026 isn't just a festival built around big names. It's a three-day celebration of rock, indie, punk, soul, Latin music and everything in between—with the Pacific Ocean as the backdrop.

Coverage by Veronica Potes // Instagram: @veropoteart

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Ohana Festival 2026: The Top Artists You Won’t Want to Miss - Pearl Jam, Eddie Vedder & Friends, Maná, Fontaines D.C., Alabama Shakes, & more!