Disney+ and Hulu to Stream Bonnaroo 2026 Live, Expanding Global Access

When Disney+ and Hulu announced they would stream Bonnaroo 2026, the news sent ripples through the festival‑goer community: the iconic Tennessee event would become a global live‑streaming experience.

The four‑day festival, slated for June 11‑14 at the Bonnaroo Farm in Manchester, Tennessee, will be broadcast on two dedicated channels. Subscribers can switch between streams after the opening night, allowing them to follow multiple stages and artists in real time.

Thursday’s premiere, Channel 1, opens with Vince Staples, Four Tet, and a late‑night set from Skrillex. Over the weekend, marquee acts such as GRiZ, SG Lewis, and RÜFÜS DU SOL headline the schedule, while Blood Orange, Lil Jon, Tash Sultana, and Kesha also take the stage.

The Disney‑Hulu partnership is part of a broader Live Nation collaboration that now covers Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits Music Festival. The three‑festival bundle offers a unified streaming experience across the United States, and Disney+ will also carry the “Live Set” studio—providing artist interviews, backstage footage, and other behind‑the‑scenes content.

Not every Bonnaroo act will appear on the livestream. Reports indicate that Weird Al Yankovic’s “Bigger & Weirder Roovue” and Kesha’s “Superjâm Esoteríca” performance are omitted from the streaming schedule, though Kesha’s solo set is slated to air Sunday night.

The move to stream the festival reflects a surge in demand for real‑time festival access. By making Bonnaroo available on Disney+ and Hulu, the platforms offer a convenient alternative for viewers who cannot travel to Tennessee. The partnership also dovetails with Disney’s broader strategy to integrate its streaming services; industry reports suggest the company plans to merge Hulu and Disney+ into a single app by late summer.

Founded in 2002 by Superfly Presents and AC Entertainment, Bonnaroo has built a reputation for genre‑blending lineups and a sprawling 700‑acre venue. The festival typically runs from the second Thursday in June through Sunday night, showcasing a wide range of styles from indie rock to electronic and hip‑hop.

Live Nation, the producer of Bonnaroo, has faced scrutiny over its consolidation of the live‑events market, yet it remains a dominant force in festival production. The 2026 livestream partnership is part of Live Nation’s ongoing effort to broaden audience reach through digital platforms.

For viewers outside the United States, Disney+ offers access to the livestream. Canadian audiences, for example, can stream the festival through Disney+ with an active subscription. The partnership ensures that fans worldwide can watch performances in real time, subject to the availability of individual acts.

In sum, Disney+ and Hulu’s broadcast of Bonnaroo 2026 delivers a multi‑channel viewing experience that includes key performances, behind‑the‑scenes content, and a broader festival partnership with Live Nation. The initiative expands access to a global audience while preserving the festival’s live‑event integrity.