Seven Stars Festival 2026 Set Times and Essential Info

The sophomore edition of Seven Stars is mere days away. We’ve compiled a everything you need to know to make your experience as smooth as possible. The air is crisper, the leaves are browning, and festival season is slowing down. Fall is officially here, and one of the last gatherings to attend before winter is upon us is GRiZ‘s Valley of the Seven Stars. The camping festival is returning to Arrington, Virginia, from October 9-11 for three cosmically magical days of bass music in the Appalachian foothills. Last year, the inaugural edition of the festival marked GRiZ’s return to the scene by hosting his first live performance since 2023. He went on to play three times over the weekend, even joining the University of Virginia’s marching band in parading through the campgrounds. GRiZ is slated to perform three sets once again, alongside an electrifying lineup of over 80 artists. But beyond the compelling roster, Seven Stars draws a large crowd for being an inclusive, artistic, and community-focused festival that embodies the values of PLUR on which rave culture was built. The second year of Seven Stars is shaping to be a special one, and we’ve created a guide for attendees to consult ...