Ciara, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Stella Lefty have been added to the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival lineup at T-Mobile Arena, with performances set for September 18 and 19. The event will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest and streamed live.
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival has expanded its lineup with the addition of Ciara, the Smashing Pumpkins, and Stella Lefty, according to iHeartMedia. The annual two-day event returns to T-Mobile Arena on the Las Vegas Strip, with performances scheduled for September 18 and 19.
Ryan Seacrest will host the festival, which will be broadcast live on Disney+ and Hulu, as well as across iHeartMedia radio stations in more than 150 markets nationwide. Tickets are available for purchase through AXS.com.
Expanded Lineup for Both Nights
The Friday, September 18 bill features BTS, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Weezer, and Zara Larsson. Saturday’s schedule includes Benson Boone, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, the Smashing Pumpkins, and a special performance by Stella Lefty.
Stella Lefty, who broke through earlier this year with her country single “Boston” reaching No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, will make her festival debut. Her first album, “Long Way Home,” was released on Friday.
Las Vegas as a Festival Destination
The iHeartRadio Music Festival has become a major annual event for Las Vegas, drawing visitors and music fans from across the country. T-Mobile Arena, located on the Strip, continues to serve as a central venue for large-scale concerts and entertainment events. The festival’s multi-platform broadcast approach, including live streaming and radio coverage, reflects the city’s role as a hub for national entertainment programming.
What to Know for 2026
Attendees can expect a diverse lineup spanning pop, rock, country, and hip-hop, with both established acts and rising artists. The addition of Ciara and the Smashing Pumpkins brings further variety to the weekend’s performances. For those planning to attend, tickets are available now, and the event’s streaming options make it accessible to fans unable to travel to Las Vegas.
Las Vegas continues to attract major entertainment events throughout the year, including film screenings and cultural programming such as Mob Month at The Beverly Theater, which recently featured a 4K presentation of “Goodfellas” and a Mob Museum Q&A (see more on Mob Month programming).
