iHeartRadio Music Festival 2026 Set for Las Vegas, Features 20-Artist Lineup and Multi-Platform Broadcast

Friday night in Paradise, Nevada, a pop‑hip‑hop‑rock‑country collision will take center stage at the T‑Mobile Arena, as the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival returns for its second consecutive year on the Strip.

Presented by Capital One and hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the festival will run Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19. The two‑day event will bring 20 headline acts to the 20,000‑seat arena, promising a line‑up that feels both familiar and fresh.

BTS, Cardi B, Muse, Snoop Dogg, and a surprise set from Stella Lefty will headline the nights, while the rest of the schedule features a mix of pop, country, rock, and K‑pop. Benson Boone, Ciara, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Lainey Wilson, LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, The Smashing Pumpkins, Weezer, and Zara Larsson are slated to perform, underscoring the festival’s strategy of appealing to a broad audience.

Broadcast coverage will reach more than 150 radio markets nationwide. iHeartMedia announced that the show will be simulcast live on iHeartRadio stations each night beginning at 7:30 p.m. PT (10:30 p.m. ET). Disney+ and Hulu will stream all performances, giving subscribers front‑row access from home. The dual‑platform approach follows the 2023 shift to Hulu and the 2026 decision to add Disney+ to the distribution mix.

Outside the arena, the festival will feature the iHeartRadio House of Music presented by Hyundai. The immersive experience opens at 4 p.m. PT on both days and closes at 1 a.m. PT. According to iHeartMedia, the House of Music will include interactive rooms dedicated to BTS, Cardi B, Kenny Chesney, and Zara Larsson. The rooms will showcase music, visuals, and brand partnerships related to each artist, offering fans a behind‑the‑scenes look without a ticket to the arena.

The festival has been held at T‑Mobile Arena since 2016, after moving from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in 2015. The venue’s location on the Las Vegas Strip and its 20,000‑seat capacity make it a popular choice for large‑scale concerts. iHeartRadio’s annual festival has been broadcast on television since 2011, first on VH1 and then on The CW until 2022.

The 2023 edition marked the first exclusive Hulu stream, and the 2026 edition adds Disney+ to the distribution mix, reflecting iHeartMedia’s broader strategy to leverage streaming platforms for live events. The festival’s multi‑platform broadcast model has helped the brand reach audiences that span traditional radio listeners, cable viewers, and on‑demand subscribers.

Capital One’s partnership brings a financial‑services angle to the festival, offering exclusive in‑venue experiences and a branded streaming hub that aligns with the company’s youth‑oriented marketing strategy.

Hyundai’s presentation of the House of Music highlights the automaker’s growing presence in music‑related sponsorships, with the brand’s interactive displays featuring its latest models alongside artist‑themed audio‑visual content.

By combining over 150 radio markets with two streaming services, iHeartMedia taps into multiple revenue streams—advertising, sponsorship, and subscription—while expanding its audience beyond the physical venue.

The festival’s multi‑venue format also supports local vendors and emerging artists through on‑site stages and fan‑interaction zones.

Tickets now go on sale at iHeartRadio’s website, with early‑bird pricing ending soon.

In summary, the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival will deliver a two‑day line‑up that spans pop, hip‑hop, rock, and country, backed by a multi‑platform broadcast strategy and an immersive fan experience outside the arena. Tickets for the arena show and the House of Music experience are available through iHeartRadio’s official website.