2026 POWER TRIP FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED: RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, GUNS N’ ROSES & TOOL RETURN FOR THE BIGGEST ROCK EVENT OF THE DECADE — SET TIMES REVEALED
Get ready, rock fans — the Power Trip Festival is officially back, and 2026’s edition promises to be the most electrifying yet. With a lineup that reads like a hall of fame for hard rock and heavy metal, this year’s festival will see Red Hot Chili Peppers, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Guns N’ Roses, and Tool share the same stage in what organizers are calling “the loudest weekend in history.”
The three-day event will take place October 9–11, 2026, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California — the iconic desert site that has hosted everything from Coachella to the festival’s original 2023 debut. But this time, it’s bigger, louder, and bolder than ever. Fans from around the globe are already racing to secure tickets, with early sales crashing servers within minutes of the announcement.
A LINEUP FOR THE AGES
Few festivals in rock history have managed to pull together such a collection of legendary names. Power Trip 2026 does it with effortless ferocity — a multigenerational gathering of artists who defined decades of rock and metal.
- Red Hot Chili Peppers will bring their signature blend of funk, soul, and alternative fire. Rumor has it the band will debut songs from their upcoming record, “Solar Vortex”, marking guitarist John Frusciante’s final festival appearance before stepping away from touring. Expect a set packed with both classics like “Californication,” “By the Way,” and “Give It Away,” and new material that bridges the band’s cosmic evolution.
- Metallica, fresh from their record-smashing 2026 world tour, are slated to close Saturday night with a pyrotechnic spectacle fans will never forget. Their setlist will span 40 years of thunder — from “Master of Puppets” to “Lux Æterna” — reminding everyone why they remain the undisputed kings of metal.
- Iron Maiden will bring their epic storytelling to life with a brand-new stage production themed around their latest album, “The Final Frontier II.” Expect fire, theatrics, and the return of Eddie in full monstrous glory.
- Judas Priest, who recently celebrated over 50 years of metal dominance, promise a high-voltage set filled with classics like “Painkiller,” “Breaking the Law,” and “Electric Eye.” Rob Halford’s unmistakable vocals are sure to pierce the desert night like a battle cry.
- Guns N’ Roses reunite once again in their most stable lineup in decades, fronted by Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan. Insiders suggest the band will deliver a nearly three-hour performance featuring every anthem fans crave — “Welcome to the Jungle,” “November Rain,” “Paradise City,” and more — along with a surprise guest appearance that’s being tightly guarded by festival organizers.
- Tool will close out Sunday night with a hypnotic visual and sonic experience. Their performances are renowned for precision and power — part ritual, part revelation. Expect mind-bending visuals and tracks from “Fear Inoculum” alongside fan favorites like “Schism” and “Lateralus.”
OFFICIAL SET TIMES
Organizers have officially revealed the Power Trip 2026 set schedule, giving fans a preview of what’s in store:
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
- 6:00 PM – Judas Priest
- 8:30 PM – Iron Maiden
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
- 5:30 PM – Red Hot Chili Peppers
- 8:30 PM – Metallica
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
- 6:00 PM – Guns N’ Roses
- 9:00 PM – Tool
Each night will feature over three hours of continuous music, no overlapping stages, and one of the most advanced sound systems ever built for a live rock event.
FANS AND ARTISTS REACT
The announcement immediately sent shockwaves through social media. Within hours, hashtags like #PowerTrip2026 and #RockIsAlive were trending worldwide.
Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich called it “the ultimate celebration of the music that raised us all.”
Anthony Kiedis of the Chili Peppers described it as “a spiritual collision of sound and energy in the heart of the desert.”
Even Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson chimed in, saying, “It’s not just a festival — it’s a pilgrimage for the faithful.”
Fans echoed the excitement, many dubbing Power Trip 2026 “the Woodstock of metal” and “the last true gathering of rock’s greatest generation.”
BEYOND THE MUSIC
Power Trip isn’t just about the music — it’s a full cultural experience. The festival grounds will feature immersive art installations, vintage rock photography exhibitions, vinyl trading zones, and even a “Legends Lounge” showcasing rare memorabilia from all six bands’ historic careers.
VIP ticket holders will gain access to shaded viewing platforms, exclusive afterparties, and artist Q&A sessions hosted by rock journalists. Sustainability initiatives are also front and center this year, with solar-powered stages and eco-friendly camping zones.
TICKETS AND AVAILABILITY
General admission and VIP passes went live this week at PowerTripFestival.com, with early-bird passes selling out in under 10 minutes. A limited number of second-wave tickets will be released on November 1, along with single-day options.
Given the explosive lineup, travel packages are expected to sell out quickly, with fans already booking flights and hotels months in advance.
THE LEGACY CONTINUES
When Power Trip debuted in 2023 with Metallica, AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Guns N’ Roses, Tool, and Ozzy Osbourne, it was hailed as a once-in-a-lifetime gathering. Yet somehow, 2026 looks set to surpass even that — a testament to the undying power of rock.
For one weekend in October, the desert will tremble again. Six titans. Three nights. One stage.
Power Trip 2026 — Where Legends Never Fade.
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