Outside Lands 2026 Set Times And Essential Info
Outside Lands is nearly here, and now it’s time to prepare for set-time clashes and learn what is permitted to ensure a smooth experience.
San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park is turning into a massive festival ground from August 7–9 for the return of Outside Lands. Spewing from the brains of Another Planet Entertainment and Superfly, this experience offers eight stages, local drink and food vendors, the opportunity to tie the knot with a loved one at City Hall, and night shows across the city to keep the energy going.
Over the span of one weekend, festival-goers are treated to an array of music options to dance to, discover, or simply get frustrated over when their favorite artists overlap (hello, The Strokes, The XX, and PinkPantheress). From the sought-after sounds of Charli XCX, Haute & Freddy, GloRilla, and Empire of The Sun to the electronic waves of Disco Lines, Carlita, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Lane 8, there’s something for every kind of listener.
As attendees prepare for a three-day weekend filled with music, food, culture, and community, it’s important to know the essentials before arriving: what’s allowed, what’s not, key festival guidelines, and when your favorite artists are taking the stage. Read on for everything you need to know to ensure a smooth arrival and an unforgettable Outside Lands experience.
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Outside Lands 2026 – Essential Info:
Dates: August 7-9, 2026
Hours: 12pm – 10pm, daily
Venue Address: Golden Gate Park
Tickets: Purchase HERE
Outside Lands 2026 – Set Times:
Outside Lands 2026 – Festival and Parking Maps:
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Outside Lands 2026 – Beer Lands, Wine Lands, and Food Lineup:
Outside Lands 2026 – Transportation Info:
There is no general event parking available at Outside Lands, and parking in the surrounding neighborhoods is reserved for residents and will be strictly enforced. Please utilize the official shuttle or public transportation methods like Muni or BART. You can also walk, bike, scooter, or utilize rideshare services to get to the festival.
Pre-paid roundtrip shuttle service is available from Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Shuttles begin running at 11am and operate continuously with limited coverage from 5-8pm. The last shuttle for the festival departs at 8pm. Return shuttles depart continuously until one hour after the music ends each night. All shuttles drop off and pick up near the festival’s South Gate entrance/exit. Purchase shuttle passes via the official website.
Lyft is the official rideshare partner. Pick-up and drop-off locations are:
- Balboa & 30th Avenue (adjacent to George Washington High School)
- Irving St. between 25th and 27th Avenue
For all other methods of transportation, including BART, Muni, scooter, bikes, walking instructions, and more, head to the official website.
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, during this festival season, many have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers, and it’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Outside Lands.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Outside Lands 2026 – Bag Policy:
While the festival would prefer that attendees come bag-free, that is not always possible. To ensure you have a smooth entry into the festival, only bring the following types and sizes of bags:
- Backpacks and bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear PVC
- Small bags, fanny-packs, purses up to 6” x 8” x 3” (do not have to be clear)
- Empty dedicated hydration packs with a bladder capacity of under 2.5L/150 in. and no more than one additional pocket.
- Standard-size backpacks with hydration bladders will not be permitted.
Outside Lands 2026 – Dos & Don’ts:
Prohibited Items
- Non-clear backpacks and bags larger than 6″ x 8″ x 3″
- Non-clear drawstring backpacks
- Weapons of any kinds (including pocket knives)
- Illegal substances
- Glow-sticks (glow bracelets and necklaces are permitted)
- Alcohol (will be sold at the festival)
- Glass or cans of ANY kind
- Video or audio recording equipment (including GoPros – no video recording will be allowed)
- Professional still camera equipment with a detachable lens longer than 2 inches, tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs
- Skateboards, scooters or personal motorized vehicles
- Bicycles (not allowed inside festival grounds)
- Strollers, wagons or carts of any kind
- Hammocks or slack lines
- Fireworks and explosives
- Instruments and laser pointers
- Umbrellas
- Selfie sticks of ANY kind, including GoPro sticks
- Spray paint, large markers or Aerosol cans
- Picnic baskets
- Coolers
- Liquids (excluding personal sized hand sanitizers, which will be permitted)
- Lawn furniture or any chairs with legs
- Large inflatables
- Tents
- Pets (except service animals)
- Drones
- Totems or flags
- Threatening signs or apparel
- Native American or “American Indian” headdresses
- No illegal vending is permitted (no unauthorized or unlicensed vendors are allowed)
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