Escapade Music Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

Escapade Music Festival returning for its 16th anniversary, set to ignite Ottawa’s RA Centre Grounds from June 26-28. Escapade Music Festival, one of Canada’s premier electronic dance music events, has officially revealed its lineup for the 2026 edition. From June 26 to 28, the RA Centre Grounds will come alive with the rhythm of electronic dance music, drawing fans from across the globe to celebrate in a sea of lights and sounds. This year’s gathering builds on a legacy of electrifying performances, blending established icons with fresh voices to create an atmosphere that’s both nostalgic and innovative. Headliners and Key Acts At the heart of the festival are headliners who embody the spirit of EDM’s evolution. Tiësto, a pioneer in trance and progressive house, will command the stage with sets that span his illustrious career, turning the night into a collective euphoria with soaring melodies and big-room energy that unites the crowd in timeless anthems. Illenium weaves tales of emotion through melodic bass and future bass, offering moments of introspection amid the frenzy, his heartfelt drops adding a layer of vulnerability to the high-octane atmosphere. GRiZ infuses soulful funk and bass-heavy grooves into his performances, creating a vibe that’s impossible to resist, blending live instrumentation with electronic flair to bring a funky, feel-good energy that keeps the dancefloor alive. FISHER‘s tech-house flair brings playful, infectious rhythms, his bouncy beats and catchy hooks injecting a dose of fun and groove that perfectly complements the festival’s summer spirit. SLANDER unleashes powerful future bass and trap-infused explosions that shake the ground, their collaborative style amplifying the bass music scene and delivering crowd-pleasing builds that heighten the collective thrill. Beyond the marquee names, highlights include Oliver Heldens‘ future house rhythms that keep feet moving with innovative twists on classic house sounds, contributing to the festival’s dynamic dance energy. Svdden Death‘s dubstep and riddim onslaught caters to bass heads, his aggressive drops adding raw intensity and headbanging moments to the mix. Cosmic Gate‘s trance odysseys transport listeners to other realms, providing uplifting, euphoric escapes that balance the heavier elements. Up-and-comers like Knock2, with his bass house and trap infusions, and Disco Lines, delivering fresh house and disco-infused vibes, add a spark of novelty, promising surprises that could define the next wave of the genre. Full Lineup and Highlights With over 70 artists spanning the electronic spectrum, the 2026 roster is a testament to diversity and discovery. Escapade 2026 shines through its thoughtful curation of genres, consolidating similar niches to create a seamless flow across stages. Bass music enthusiasts will revel in the heavy-hitting dubstep, riddim, and trap from artists like Svdden Death, Virtual Riot, Sullivan King (with his metal-infused dubstep), Crankdat, Getter, Alleycvt, Heyz, Viperactive, and Sam Lamar, whose collective energy promises ground-shaking drops and mosh-pit vibes that amplify the festival’s adrenaline-fueled peaks. House music takes center stage with groovy, dancefloor-ready sets from FISHER, Oliver Heldens, Disco Lines, Dombresky, Walker & Royce, Max Styler, Jackie Hollander, Jay Pryor, Luke Alexander, Odd Mob, MPH (blending speed garage), Chyl (speed house), and Devault, offering infectious rhythms and feel-good grooves that encourage non-stop movement and communal joy. Techno lovers can dive into pulsating beats from Eli Brown, Hi-Lo, Layton Giordani, and Fovos, adding a darker, hypnotic edge that provides contrast and depth to the lineup. Trance and progressive elements uplift the experience via Cosmic Gate, Tiësto, Nicky Romero, Alan Walker, and Maddix, whose melodic builds and euphoric breakdowns foster transcendent moments under the stars. Melodic bass and future bass from Illenium, SLANDER, Hoang, and similar acts bring emotional resonance, while pop-infused EDM from GRiZ, Loud Luxury, Meduza, Frank Walker, and MC4D rounds out the roster with accessible, anthemic tracks that appeal to a broad audience. This consolidation of niches ensures balanced programming, allowing attendees to explore or stick to their favorites while discovering new sounds. This carefully curated selection ensures every corner of the festival vibrates with unique vibes, from deep techno dives to uplifting trance peaks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Escapade Music Festival (@escapademf) Event Details Celebrating its 16th year, Escapade 2026 elevates the experience with cutting-edge production elements: immersive visuals, powerful sound systems, and stages designed to amplify the magic. Attendees can wander between mainstage spectacles and hidden gems, all while enjoying a commitment to safety, sustainability, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned raver or a first-timer, the festival’s inclusive ethos makes it a