Written by: Kai Eldridge, Music Discovery Editor, OnesToWatch
Key Details for Suwannee Hulaween 2026
- Suwannee Hulaween 2026 runs October 22–25 at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, with more than 80 acts across five stages.
- Headliners include Pretty Lights, My Morning Jacket, Excision, Geese, and The String Cheese Incident performing three full nights.
- Daily lineups showcase a cross-genre mix of electronic, bass, jam, funk, indie rock, house, and techno artists.
- Emerging acts like KETTAMA, Dean Turnley, Frost Children, Kasablanca, and Effy highlight the festival’s focus on rising talent.
- Discover more emerging artists and festival coverage at OnesToWatch.
Thursday Lineup: Opening Night at Hulaween
The opening day sets the festival’s cross-genre identity, with electronic and jam acts anchoring the evening programming. The full daily schedule has not yet been published by organizers, so the table below reflects confirmed artists expected across Thursday, October 22.
| Artist | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The String Cheese Incident | Jam / Rock | Performing three nights |
| STS9 | Electronic / Jam | Returning act |
| Of The Trees | Bass / Electronic | Memory Palace curator |
| Daily Bread | Bass / Electronic | — |
| Karina Rykman | Funk / Rock | Returning act |
| Eggy | Jam / Rock | — |
| Lettuce | Funk / Soul | Returning act |
| Manic Focus | Electronic / Jam | Returning act |
| Excision | Bass / Dubstep | Hulaween debut on Thursday, October 22 |
Friday Lineup: Expanding the Bass and Electronic Focus
Friday builds on Thursday’s foundation by deepening the electronic and bass programming and adding more indie and collaborative sets. The following artists are confirmed for the 2026 lineup and are expected to perform across Friday, October 23.
| Artist | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| My Morning Jacket | Rock / Indie | Headliner on October 23 |
| The String Cheese Incident | Jam / Rock | Performing three nights |
| Ben Böhmer | Melodic Electronic | — |
| Green Velvet | House / Techno | LaLaLand curator |
| Big Gigantic & Gramatik | Electronic / Hip-Hop | Collaborative set |
| Hamdi | Bass / Electronic | — |
| Crankdat | Bass / Electronic | — |
| Unknown Mortal Orchestra | Indie / Psychedelic | — |
| Kasablanca | Melodic Techno | Hulaween debut |
| Dope Lemon | Indie / Folk-Rock | — |
Saturday Lineup: Peak Variety and Marquee Sets
Saturday delivers the festival’s most genre-diverse programming, anchored by a landmark collaborative set and the main rock and electronic headliners.
| Artist | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pretty Lights | Electronic / Bass | headlines on Saturday, October 24 |
| The String Cheese Incident | Jam / Rock | Performing three nights |
| The Warren Haynes Incident | Jam Rock | Warren Haynes + String Cheese collab |
| EOTO & Friends | Electronic / Improv | Suwannee-exclusive set w/ Scott Metzger & Kyle Hollingsworth |
| Levity | Bass / Electronic | — |
| Maddy O’Neal | Electronic / Funk | Returning act |
Sunday Lineup: Closing Night and Indie Highlights
Sunday closes the festival with a mix of indie, electronic, and emerging acts that round out the five-stage programming. Guerilla Toss does not appear on the Hulaween 2026 lineup. Several Sunday performers, along with artists across the four-day schedule, showcase the festival’s commitment to rising talent.
| Artist | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Geese | Indie Rock | Headliner |
| Frost Children (DJ Set) | Indie-Pop / Electronic | Final lineup addition |
| Dean Turnley | Indie / Pop | Final lineup addition |
| Jon Stickley Trio | Bluegrass / Jam | — |
| Opiuo | Electronic / Bass | — |
| Effy | Electronic | Hulaween debut |
Emerging Artists to Watch at Hulaween 2026
Rising acts play a major role in the 2026 Suwannee Hulaween lineup, and many of them reward early discovery. OnesToWatch has followed several of these artists from small venues to festival stages. The profiles below draw on confirmed lineup data and recent artist activity.
KETTAMA — The Irish producer ranks among the most in-demand names in underground house and techno, known for rave-inspired, high-energy festival sets. His Hulaween appearance marks a significant crossover moment between the underground dance circuit and the festival’s broader audience.
Dean Turnley — Turnley arrives at Hulaween after a breakout year fueled by his viral hit “Actin’ Tough.” His indie-pop songwriting connects quickly in festival environments, where unfamiliar crowds respond to direct, hook-driven material.
Frost Children — The New York duo brings a genre-bending blend of indie-pop and electronic music to their Hulaween DJ set. Their ability to move between melodic songwriting and club-ready production makes them one of the more versatile acts on the Sunday roster.
Geese — The Brooklyn indie rock band headlines Sunday and stands out as one of the most critically discussed guitar-driven acts of their generation. Their dense, layered live sound scales effectively to large outdoor stages.
Kasablanca — The duo’s melodic techno and progressive house sound has earned them slots at major European festivals, which makes their Hulaween debut a notable North American crossover moment. Their polished, emotional builds fit naturally within the festival’s late-night electronic blocks.
Dope Lemon — The Australian project delivers hazy, guitar-forward indie-folk that offers a calm, immersive counterpoint to the heavier bass and electronic sets nearby. Their placement on the lineup gives attendees a chance to reset without leaving the music.
Effy — Her late-night electronic sets have built a dedicated following on the underground circuit, positioning her Hulaween debut as a test of how her sound plays with a broader festival audience. Expect driving percussion and moody, club-focused selections.
Levity — A rising name in bass music, Levity’s inclusion alongside established acts like Excision and Daily Bread signals growing industry recognition for their production and live performance approach. Their set should appeal to fans seeking fresh takes within heavy bass.
Ben Böhmer — The German melodic electronic producer brings a cinematic, emotionally driven live set that has earned him a global festival following. His Hulaween appearance continues his expansion into North American markets and offers a more atmospheric option for electronic fans.
Tickets & Pricing for Hulaween 2026
Tickets for Suwannee Hulaween 2026 are sold exclusively through Front Gate Tickets. Purchases from any other platform may be invalid and voided. All sales are final with no refunds or exchanges except in the event of festival cancellation.
| Ticket Type | Price | Key Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 4-Day GA Pass | From $462.62 | Admission, 4 days of music, primitive camping, 5 stages, 75+ artists, showers, water stations, Spirit Lake art installations |
| VIP Pass | Contact Front Gate | Dedicated gate from Meadow Field camping, River Road VIP Lounge entrance, enhanced swag bags, increased shuttle access |
| Early Camping Add-On | Additional fee | Entry from Tuesday, October 20 at 2 p.m. ET |
| Glamping / Preset RV | Additional fee | Turnkey accommodations, new for 2026 |
4-Day GA pricing for 2026 reflects an effort by organizers to improve accessibility, supported by a layaway payment option through Front Gate Tickets. Families should note that children under 3 attend free, anyone 3 and older requires a wristband, and no attendee under 18 may enter without a parent or legal guardian. Plan ahead for the festival’s fully cashless food and beverage system.
Hulaween 2026 Map, Camping, and Schedule Tips
Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park spans multiple camping zones and five stages, so a bit of planning goes a long way. Campgrounds open Thursday, October 22 at 8 a.m. ET for GA and VIP 4-day pass holders. Early Camping Pass holders may enter as early as Tuesday, October 20 at 2 p.m. ET. Shows begin at 11:00 a.m. daily. Attendees not camping on-site may use the day parking lot for an additional daily fee, with hotel options available in Live Oak and Lake City.
First-timers should keep a few practical points in mind:
- Stage conflicts are common across five simultaneous stages, so reviewing the full set-time schedule when released on hulaween.com is essential for planning.
- Artist-curated spaces like Of The Trees’ Memory Palace and Green Velvet’s LaLaLand operate on their own schedules and may require earlier positioning.
- The festival is cashless, so bring debit or credit cards, or use Apple Pay or Google Wallet.
- Free water stations are available throughout the grounds.
- Camping checkout is noon ET on Monday, October 26.
Genre-Based Recommendations for First-Time Attendees
The 2026 lineup covers a wide range of styles, so first-time attendees benefit from choosing a primary genre focus before building a schedule around it.
- Electronic / Bass: Start with Pretty Lights, Excision, Daily Bread, Of The Trees, and Hamdi. These acts anchor the festival’s heaviest programming and draw the largest electronic crowds.
- Melodic Electronic: Ben Böhmer, Kasablanca, and Levity offer a less intense but equally immersive option for fans of progressive and melodic house.
- House / Techno: Green Velvet’s LaLaLand takeover and KETTAMA’s set serve as primary destinations for underground dance music fans.
- Jam / Rock: The String Cheese Incident across three nights, My Morning Jacket, and the Warren Haynes Incident collaborative set form the backbone of the jam programming.
- Indie / Alternative: Geese, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Dope Lemon, Frost Children, and Dean Turnley provide strong options for fans of guitar-driven or indie-pop sounds.
- Funk / Soul: Lettuce, True Loves, and Karina Rykman are reliable choices for fans seeking groove-oriented live performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Hulaween 2026 start?
Suwannee Hulaween 2026 runs Thursday, October 22 through Sunday, October 25, 2026. Campgrounds open at 8 a.m. ET on Thursday for GA and VIP 4-day pass holders. Early Camping Pass holders may arrive as early as Tuesday, October 20 at 2 p.m. ET. Daily programming begins at 11:00 a.m. each day.
Where is Suwannee Hulaween 2026?
The festival takes place at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, located at 3076 95th Drive, Live Oak, Florida 32060. Attendees who prefer not to camp on-site can stay at hotels in Live Oak or Lake City and access the festival via the day parking lot for an additional daily fee.
How much are Hulaween 2026 tickets?
4-Day GA passes start at approximately $462–$469. VIP passes, Early Camping add-ons, glamping, and preset RV options are available at additional cost. All tickets are sold exclusively through Front Gate Tickets. A layaway payment plan is available on the Front Gate Tickets page. All sales are final with no refunds or exchanges except in the event of cancellation. Children under 3 attend free.
What artists are playing each day at Hulaween 2026?
The full day-by-day set schedule has not yet been published by organizers. Based on confirmed lineup announcements, The String Cheese Incident performs three nights. Pretty Lights headlines on Saturday, October 24, Excision makes their Hulaween debut on Thursday, October 22, My Morning Jacket headlines on October 23, and Geese headline Sunday. Final set times will be posted to hulaween.com ahead of the festival. The complete lineup of more than 80 acts spans electronic, jam, bass, house, techno, indie, funk, and rock genres.
Are there artist-curated experiences at Hulaween 2026?
Yes. Green Velvet hosts the LaLaLand takeover, Of The Trees curates the Memory Palace experience, and the DEF: Off Limits Stage operates as a dedicated space within the festival grounds. EOTO & Friends will perform a Suwannee-exclusive improv set featuring Scott Metzger on guitar and Kyle Hollingsworth on keys.
Conclusion: How to Get the Most from Hulaween 2026
The 2026 Suwannee Hulaween lineup functions as a four-day cross-genre showcase where headliner sets share space with emerging acts worth planning around. From KETTAMA’s underground house energy to Dean Turnley’s breakout indie-pop moment and Geese’s headline-ready indie rock, the bill rewards fans who look beyond the top of the poster. The complete lineup reflects a broader industry trend toward festivals that act as artist development accelerators, compressing months of discovery into a single weekend. Check out OnesToWatch’s Top Artists To Watch in 2026 for more emerging talent across genres.