HARD Summer Is Back at Hollywood Park in 2026
HARD Summer Music Festival is officially coming back to Inglewood. The long running Southern California staple will return to Hollywood Park on August 1 and 2, 2026, bringing the festival back to the massive entertainment complex adjacent to SoFi Stadium for another high energy summer weekend.
Since its debut in 2007, HARD Summer has grown into one of the most recognizable electronic music festivals on the West Coast. What has always set HARD apart is its ability to stay current while still feeling distinctly Los Angeles.
Why Hollywood Park Works for HARD Summer
For 2026, HARD Summer will return with a refreshed layout designed to make moving between stages easier. The Green Stage area is also getting an update, giving fans more room to dance and take in sets without feeling packed in. These small but meaningful changes reflect HARD’s ongoing effort to improve the fan experience year over year.
A Festival Known for Its Lineups
One thing HARD Summer consistently delivers on is its lineup. Year after year, the festival curates a roster that spans global electronic heavyweights, underground tastemakers, and major crossover artists. The 2025 edition set a high bar with performances from Dom Dolla, Feid, Gesaffelstein, and Kaytranada, reinforcing HARD’s reputation for booking artists at pivotal moments in their careers.
While the 2026 lineup has not yet been announced, HARD Summer’s track record makes it one of the safest bets of the summer festival season.
The On Site Details
HARD Summer is known for its festival experience. Longtime attendees know the vendor lineup is part of the appeal. Drinks from familiar names like BeatBox, Four Loko, Ghost, and White Claw are a staple across the grounds, keeping the energy high throughout the weekend. Combined with food vendors, art installations, and interactive spaces, HARD Summer feels like a full scale city takeover rather than just a series of performances.
The festival also continues to prioritize community engagement through its HARD Pre Game initiative. Since 2023, the program has partnered with more than 17 local businesses across Greater Los Angeles, including several Inglewood based spots in 2025. It is a reminder that HARD Summer is not just dropping into the city, but actively supporting the neighborhoods that host it.
Tickets and Presale Details
Presale access for two day GA, GA Plus, and VIP passes begins Friday, January 23 at 10:00 AM PT. Fans can also access an exclusive SMS presale starting at 9:00 AM PT the same day. Additional information and presale registration are available through HARD Summer’s official website.
As HARD Summer heads into 2026, the return to Hollywood Park feels less like a repeat and more like a refinement. With a proven venue, consistently strong lineups, and an atmosphere that captures Los Angeles at its most energetic, HARD Summer remains one of the most anticipated weekends of the year for West Coast dance music fans.
HARD Summer 2026 Details
Dates: August 1 to 2, 2026
Location: Hollywood Park, Inglewood, California
Venue: Adjacent to SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater
Tickets:
Two day GA, GA Plus, and VIP presale begins Friday, January 23 at 10:00 AM PT.
SMS presale access opens the same day at 9:00 AM PT.
Tickets and presale sign up are available at hardsummer.com.
Festival Website:
hardsummer.com
Follow HARD Summer:
Instagram: @hardsummer
X: @hardsummer
Facebook: HARD Summer Music Festival
For updates on lineup announcements, stage details, and onsite information, fans are encouraged to follow HARD Summer across social platforms and sign up for SMS and email alerts through the official website.
