The Point Break Festival is doubling down on its place as one of the East Coast’s most significant reggae-rock gatherings. Returning to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on June 20–21, 2026, the third annual edition has announced a heavyweight lineup led by Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, and Dirty Heads—four acts that have defined festival summers for more than a decade.
Set directly on the sand with the main entrance at 7th Street, Point Break 2026 will feature 26 artists across two stages, blending legacy names with newer voices and scene staples. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 16 at 9 a.m. ET via PointBreakFestival.com, with GA, VIP, and the newly introduced High Tide Club options available.
A New Chapter for Sublime, a Familiar Ritual for Fans
Saturday’s bill is anchored by Sublime, who continue a high-profile new era that has brought renewed attention to one of alternative music’s most influential catalogs. Founding members Eric Wilson and Bud Gaugh are now joined by Jakob Nowell, son of late frontman Bradley Nowell, a lineup that has resonated strongly with longtime fans and a new generation alike.
Since Jakob’s debut with the band in 2024, Sublime have landed a Top 5 Alternative radio hit with “Feel Like That” and released “Ensenada,” their first original material in nearly 30 years—moves that have shifted the reunion conversation from nostalgia toward momentum.
Also closing out Saturday is Slightly Stoopid, whose genre-blurring mix of reggae, punk, hip-hop, and acoustic soul has turned them into a self-sustaining touring institution. Led by Miles Doughty and Kyle McDonald, the band’s grassroots rise from Southern California jam sessions to major festival headliners mirrors the DIY spirit that Point Break has steadily embraced.
Sunday Leans Into Modern Reggae Royalty
Sunday’s lineup balances polish and power. Rebelution bring their two-decade run of chart dominance to the beach, carrying a catalog that has produced five consecutive No. 1 albums on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and a reputation for expansive, emotionally charged live shows.
Closing the festival are Dirty Heads, making their Point Break Festival debut. The Huntington Beach-formed outfit has become synonymous with summer radio and coastal festival circuits, thanks to platinum-certified and chart-topping singles like “Lay Me Down”, “Vacation”, and “Rescue Me”.
Depth Beyond the Headliners
Beyond the marquee names, Point Break 2026 rounds out its lineup with a broad cross-section of reggae-rock, punk, and island-influenced artists. The bill includes Pepper, The Elovaters, The Movement, Less Than Jake, Common Kings, Rome, Mihali, Lila Iké, Makua Rothman, and a special acoustic set featuring Brandon Hardesty and Ted Bowne.
Local Virginia Beach favorites Ganjacat and Lost Soul Society also appear, reinforcing the festival’s connection to its home base rather than treating the beach merely as a backdrop.
More Than a Weekend, a Destination
Point Break Festival continues to position itself as a destination event rather than a simple two-day run. Alongside the music, attendees can expect curated food and craft vendors, RFID wristbands for cashless entry and purchases, and expanded experience tiers. New for 2026, the High Tide Club adds dedicated viewing areas, private lounges, complimentary beverages, exclusive merch, and concierge-style amenities—an upgrade reflecting the festival’s steady growth.
Produced by IMGoing Events, Point Break has quickly evolved from a regional newcomer into a serious player on the summer festival calendar. With a lineup that bridges generations and genres—and a setting that’s hard to argue with—Point Break Festival 2026 looks poised to be its biggest statement yet.
