Get ready to turn up the volume, because Breakaway Carolina is back for its 2026 return, bringing a truly stacked lineup of electronic music legends and rising stars to Charlotte.
Mark your calendars for September 25 and 26, as the festival prepares to ignite the zMAX Dragway at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This two-day event continues to solidify its status as one of the Southeast’s premier dance music experiences, successfully blending global festival heavyweights with exciting new talent.
The musical journey promises a diverse and exhilarating weekend. Leading the charge are global icons like Tiësto and Chris Lake, joined by melodic house maestro Cassian and Brazilian tech house standout Beltran. The roster is packed with artists who define the sound of modern electronic music, ensuring there’s something for every taste.
Bass music aficionados will also find plenty to groove to, with heavyweights such as Daily Bread, Hamdi, Kai Wachi, TroyBoi, and What So Not commanding the stage. The festival’s lineup isn’t just about big names; it’s a deep dive into the rich tapestry of house, garage, and bass sounds across the entire weekend.
Adding unique flavor to the bill are special collaboration sets, including ChaseWest b2b Discip and Cloonee b2b Chris Lorenzo, promising some truly unique sonic moments for attendees.
The festival experience itself is designed for maximum immersion. Attendees can explore five distinct stages, including the flagship Celsius Main Stage, The L.A.B Stage, The Pavilion, Beatport Live’s The Block, and the highly anticipated Silent Disco experience. This variety ensures that whether you seek a massive main event or an intimate electronic session, there is a space for you.
Breakaway Carolina has always been a destination for major electronic music talent in North Carolina, and with this spectacular collection of genre-defining veterans and breakout artists, the 2026 edition is shaping up to be one of the most powerful and memorable festivals yet.
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