Phyoe Thaung
Oct 21, 2026
The November 13–14 festival returns to Jácome Plaza with Knock2, BigXthaPlug, Fetty Wap, Phantogram, and more than 50 artists, alongside a Discovery Stage spotlighting emerging talent.
DUSK Music Festival is putting the finishing touches on its 10th anniversary celebration, returning to downtown Tucson's Jácome Plaza on November 13–14, 2026. The festival has announced its complete daily lineups, additional performers, and a new stage dedicated to emerging artists, expanding the two-day event beyond its previously announced headliners.
Presented by Rio Nuevo in partnership with independent promoter Relentless Beats, DUSK has grown from its 2016 beginnings into one of Southern Arizona's recurring music events. Its anniversary edition brings together more than 50 artists across electronic music, hip-hop, indie rock, alternative, and pop, with Knock2, Fetty Wap, BigXthaPlug, horsegiirL, and Phantogram leading the bill.
Friday, November 13, will be headlined by Knock2 and Fetty Wap, joined by 54 Ultra, Getter, Sudan Archives, Close Friends Only, Lavern, and Rad Cat. Getter is among the latest additions to the lineup, bringing his bass-heavy electronic sound to a day that moves between dance music, hip-hop, and alternative R&B. The first day also features a substantial selection of regional and emerging performers, including Drew Cooper, Güero, House of Ghosts, and Soaplab.
Saturday, November 14, shifts toward a different mix of sounds, with Texas rapper BigXthaPlug, German electronic artist horsegiirL, and electro-pop duo Phantogram topping the bill. The Aces, HOL!, Ship Wrek, Jackie Hollander, Avello, and Good Boy Daisy are also scheduled to perform, alongside additional acts from Arizona and beyond.
The festival's newly announced Tucson Federal Credit Union Discovery Stage will give emerging musicians a dedicated space during the anniversary weekend. Headlined by Chandler Leighton and EZRA, the stage will feature artists including DABDOUB, Cheers to the Outside, INSOUND, Kade Findley, MANALO, Pijama Piyama, Suntwist, and The Hawthorne Experience.
The Discovery Stage is part of a broader partnership with Tucson Federal Credit Union that places local music development at the center of this year's programming. Additional performers will earn spots through DUSK's Road to DUSK Battle of the Bands, scheduled for October 23, and its DJ competitions. Those events have already drawn more than 1,500 attendees, with ticket proceeds supporting DUSK Charities' efforts to purchase musical instruments for Tucson-area high school students.
Another addition is a free public viewing area within the TFCU Discovery Zone. Developed with the City of Tucson, Downtown Tucson Partnership, and Local First Arizona, the space will allow people without festival tickets to watch Discovery Stage performances and purchase food and drinks from local vendors. The initiative extends part of the anniversary programming into the surrounding downtown community.
Beyond the music, DUSK will continue its established Tucson FEASTS, ARTS, and PLAYS programming. Tucson FEASTS will feature local restaurants, food trucks, and chefs, while the Vendor Village will provide space for small businesses and independent retailers. Tucson ARTS will bring sculptures, digital installations, and lighting projects from local students and professional artists to the festival grounds. Tucson PLAYS will return with arcade and outdoor games.
The festival's downtown setting remains central to its identity. Rather than taking place at a remote festival ground, DUSK uses Jácome Plaza and its surrounding urban environment, placing its Alameda and Presidio stages within walking distance of Tucson's restaurants and businesses. The 10th anniversary edition builds on that format with additional opportunities for local artists and the public to participate.
Single-day and two-day general admission tickets are currently available, alongside VIP and Platinum packages. VIP amenities include dedicated viewing areas, lounge seating, and premium facilities, while the Platinum Experience adds an all-inclusive viewing area, food, and beverages. Payment plans are also available for a limited time.
DUSK Music Festival takes place November 13–14, 2026, at Jácome Plaza in downtown Tucson. The event is open to all ages. Tickets, daily lineups, and additional festival information are available at DUSKmusicfestival.com.