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Hinterland expanded to four days in 2026, opening with a Thursday lineup that constantly shifted across genres. From Porch Light and Frost Children to Ashnikko, beabadoobee and KATSEYE, the festival's first day became an exercise in music discovery.
The Hinterland Music Festival 2026 lineup is here, and we’re breaking down the four-day expansion, headliners KATSEYE, Lorde, Mumford & Sons, and Kali Uchis, standout artists across the bill, camping options, and what to expect as the festival returns to St. Charles, Iowa.
