Breakaway Arizona 2026 Set Times and Essential Info

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The second edition of Breakaway Arizona is almost here! Get in the know with essential information like set times, transportation, official afterparties, and more.

Breakaway Music Festival has enjoyed a major breakthrough in the festival scene in recent years, now spanning 14 US states. After a successful debut edition in the desert last year, Breakaway Arizona is gearing up for a return to Sloan Park Festival Grounds in Mesa on April 24-25.

Last year’s triumph in a crowded Arizona festival market set the groundwork for what could become a staple spring festival. Friday’s lineup consists of artists like Marshmello, ISOxo, Loud Luxury, MPH, and Mersiv. Saturday has a hefty offering of big names like Kygo, James Hype, Cassian, Disco Dom, and Dr. Fresch.

To help you get ready for the festival, we’ve compiled all the essential information that you’ll need for a smooth time. Read everything below to stay informed about set times, transportation info, venue guidelines, and everything else that you could expect at the second edition of Breakaway Arizona.

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Essential Info:

Dates: April 24-25, 2026
Hours: Friday: 3pm-10pm, Saturday: 3pm-10pm
Box Office Hours: Friday: 2pm-9pm, Saturday: 2pm-9pm
Venue Address: Sloan Park Festival Grounds, 2330 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201
Tickets: Purchase via Universe

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Set Times:

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Festival Map:

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Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Official Afterparties:

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Transportation Info:

Parking will be available for purchase on the day of the event; all payments are cashless. Parking lots will open one hour before the festival gates. For ADA parking, please bring an ADA placard and display it so it is visible. Ask the parking lot attendant for ADA parking upon arrival; availability is first-come, first-served.

Rideshare pickup and drop-off will be available at the Brown Lot, north of the venue on Clark Street and Waveland Ave.

Reminder to Mind Your Belongings:

Unfortunately, festival attendees have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers. It’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Breakaway Arizona 2026.

Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Bag Policy:

NO Backpacks or Large bags, larger than 14 x 6 x 14
YES Bags 14 x 6 x 14 or smaller, does not need to be clear (all bags subject to search upon entry).

Breakaway Arizona 2026 – Dos & Don’ts:

Prohibited Items

Bags larger than 14 x 6 x 14
Professional camera equipment (detachable lenses, tripods, battery packs, large commercial)
Video cameras, Go Pros
Totems and poles
Umbrellas
Individual glow sticks, wands, and masks
Chairs (including foldable and lawn, inflatable and stools)
Seat cushions with backs
Tents or pop-up shade structures
Aerosol cans, spray paint, or pressurized cans
Frisbees or sports balls (soccer balls, footballs, etc.)
Glass containers of any kind
Selfie sticks
Remote-controlled aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems (drones)
Weapons of any kind, including but not limited to knives, pepper spray, stun guns, concealed weapons or firearms (regardless of concealed carry permit)
Food or beverage of any kind
Illegal drugs, substances, or harmful chemicals
Marijuana (medical or recreational)
Laser pointers, spray paint, or silly string
Fireworks of any kind, including but not limited to flares, smoke bombs, incendiary devices, or pyrotechnics
Whistles, airhorns, or noisemakers
Hover-boards, one-wheels, electric scooters or similar items
Any item that can be used as a projectile or deemed as dangerous by the festival organizers
No pets (service animals only)

Permitted Items

Bags 14 x 6 x 14 or smaller, do not need to be clear; no backpacks or large bags (all bags subject to search upon entry)
Point-and-shoot cameras (no detachable lenses)
Flags (no poles)
Empty hydration packs, clear of all liquid and no more than two total pockets (one reservoir and one additional pocket), no larger than 14 x 6 x 14.
1 Empty, reusable water bottle per person (must be transparent plastic and no larger than 1 liter)
Non-aerosol sunscreen, bug spray, deodorant, hand sanitizer, and wet wipes (small/travel size)
Feminine hygiene products
Glowing or illuminated costumes and jewelry
Wearable glow accessories (weight limit up to 16oz)
Cigarettes (unopened packs only), vapes, Juuls, and other electronic smoking devices
Hula Hoops (including LED hoops), LED whips, pois, orbitals, gloves, microlights, and flowlights
Blankets, yoga mats, sheets, towels, and moon mats
Ponchos
Misting fans (small)
Earplugs
Prescription medication
- Must be in the pharmacy bottle with a current and valid prescription stating: your name, medication name and dosage. The name on your valid ID and the name on the prescription bottle must match.
- You must have a valid ID ready to present if requested. The name on your valid ID and the name on the current and valid prescription bottle must match. You are entering the event with sufficient medication for one day. An excess amount of any medications is not allowed.
- If you will be bringing any medical supplies that require disposal after use, please use the appropriate waste containers found at the Medical Tents. For the safety of the staff that handles the trash, do not dispose of these items in the trash bins or portable restrooms.
- Medications that need to be inhaled are allowed only by prescription, and must meet the same requirements listed above. An example of this would be an inhaler.
- Marijuana and medical marijuana, in any form, are not allowed at Breakaway.
- Please note: Drugs of any kind (including cannabis and cannabis products) are prohibited without exception.
Food for a medical condition such as diabetes or allergies (see Accessibility FAQ for more details)
While Breakaway does have a bag policy, they make exceptions for diaper bags. These bags do not have to be clear and can be larger than the listed requirements of 14 x 6 x 14. Diaper bags should be soft-sided and have no locked compartments. They will be subject to the same respectful security screening as other items. The same will apply to breast pumps.