Rock the Locks 2026 Lineup Drops - And it's Absolutely Stacked
March 30, 2026
Umatilla is about to get loud again!
Oregon’s Rock the Locks music festival dropped its full lineup for 2026 last week and calling it their best yet might be underselling it. With 25 bands spread across three days and two stages, this year’s edition has something for everyone.
Kicking things off on Friday, September 25th, heavy hitters, Godsmack, take command opening night bringing the noise and spectacle of an arena sized show to Rock the Locks. It’s the kind of opening night that makes a statement and sets the tone for this year’s festival that it’s going to be loud and unapologetic.
Saturday pivots in a different direction but with no less energy as Simple Plan step in with their anthemic pop/punk nostalgia in a set that will be full of sing-alongs proving that emo was never just a phase and is just as relevant today.
Then comes Sunday, when rock history will close out the weekend as Lynyrd Skynyrd takes the stage to cap off the festival. They will be bringing timeless hits and Southern rock swagger along with a catalog of hits that will have the crowd singing along even more.
That’s just the headliners.
Fans Watch Steven Adler perform at Rock the Locks Music Festival 2025
Digging deeper into the lineup and it gets even more stacked with acts such as Daughtry, Candlebox, Tesla, Theory of a Deadman and Royal Bliss among others rounding out the lineup that refuses to stay in one lane of music. From number one radio hits to rockin blues there’s something here for any kind of rock music fan. This festival doesn’t forget where it all started though and over the weekend it will feature local and regional favorites sharing the stage with acts like Blue Tattoo, Bombshell Molly, Dalin Puzey and Vertigo Bliss among others.
Beyond the music, it’s the experience of Rock the Locks that has helped it grow into the best rock music festival in the PNW and keeps fans coming back. Camping is a core part of the experience with spots going fast and sure to sell out to music lovers looking to experience all the festival has to offer. Expect themed campsites packed with returning die-hards and newcomers alike all chasing the perfect weekend of fun and live music.
Tickets for the 3-day event go on sale to the public on April 2nd with options ranging from 3-day VIP to single day GA tickets. If history has anything to say get your VIP tickets and camping spots fast because they won’t last long.
For more info and tickets visit www.rockthelocks.org
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th
11:00 am: GATES OPEN
11:30 am: Vertigo Bliss
12:40 pm: Gunshine
1:50 pm: Zamtrip
3:00 pm: Dorothy
4:10 pm: Second Sting
5:20 pm: Jackyl
6:35 pm: The Cruel Intentions
7:45 pm: Daughtry
9:30 pm: Godsmack
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th
11:00 am: GATES OPEN
11:30 am: Mercury Rising
12:40 pm: Limberlost
1:50 pm: Bombshell Molly
3:00 pm: Sevendust
4:10 pm: Blue Tattoo
5:20 pm: Theory of a Deadman
6:35 pm: Goodbye June
7:45 pm: Candlebox
9:30 pm: Simple Plan
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH
11:00 am: GATES OPEN
11:45 am: Dallin Puzey
1:00 pm: Cowboy Mouth
2:10 pm: Leviticuss
3:20 pm: Rockett Mafia
4:35 pm: Royal Bliss
5:45 pm: Tesla
7:30 pm: Lynyrd Skynyrd