A new, high-profile electronic music festival, HEAD TRIP, is set to electrify the California desert on October 10-11, 2026, bringing together a stellar lineup of EDM and house heavyweights. Promoted by Goldenvoice, the one-off event will take place on the iconic grounds of Coachella and Stagecoach, just outside Palm Springs.
The festival boasts an impressive roster of artists, with Calvin Harris, Peggy Gou, Four Tet, Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, and Dom Dolla headlining. This marks Goldenvoice’s return to a dedicated electronic music event in the desert, following its classic rock-focused predecessors.
HEAD TRIP's Star-Studded Lineup and Unique Experience
The two-day festival promises a focused experience with a single stage and no overlapping sets, ensuring attendees can catch every artist. October 10 features an unmissable lineup including Harris, Fisher b2b Chris Lake (Under Construction), Gou b2b Four Tet, and Seth Troxler b2b Ben Sterling.
Day two, October 11, continues the sonic journey with Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, Dom Dolla b2b Kettama, the Blessed Madonna, and DJ Harvey. This curated approach emphasizes quality over quantity, a refreshing change from multi-stage behemoths.
Adding another layer of innovation, HEAD TRIP will host the U.S. debut of the Floating Points-designed Sunflower Sound System. This bespoke audio experience will reside within a special domed tent, featuring mycelium paneling, cutting-edge acoustic treatments, and custom artwork by DJ/artist Josephine Chime. Floating Points himself will be DJing throughout the weekend, promising surprise guest appearances.
Goldenvoice's Desert Legacy: A New Chapter for Electronic Music
HEAD TRIP represents a significant pivot for Goldenvoice on its celebrated desert grounds. While the promoter is synonymous with the genre-spanning Coachella, its recent dedicated single-genre events have leaned towards rock and metal, exemplified by 2023’s Power Trip, which united legends like Metallica and Iron Maiden, and the 2016 classic rock phenomenon Desert Trip.
This new venture into a purely electronic music festival signals a strategic move to cater to the ever-growing demand for dance music events. The curated single-stage format, coupled with pioneering sound technology like the Sunflower Sound System, positions HEAD TRIP as more than just another festival; it's an immersive experience designed for true electronic music aficionados. It potentially carves a new niche, offering a more intimate and sonically superior alternative to larger, more sprawling events.
Tickets and Essential Information
Goldenvoice is prioritizing convenience for attendees, offering free parking starting at 1 PM. Options for car camping and shuttle passes will also be available for purchase. Tickets for HEAD TRIP go on sale promptly on March 13.
