Bass Canyon Festival (George, WA, USA) 2026

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Surrounded by the dramatic cliffs of the Columbia River Gorge, Bass Canyon Festival returns to the legendary Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington, from August 14 to 16, 2026, delivering three adrenaline-fueled days dedicated to the heaviest sounds in electronic music festival. Curated by Excision, the festival has become North America’s premier destination for bass music, drawing thousands of fans each summer with colossal stage production, earth-shaking sound systems and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the scene. The 2026 edition features a powerhouse lineup led by Excision, including a solo performance, his signature Detox Set and a special back-to-back set with SLANDER, while ILLENIUM, SVDDEN DEATH presents VOYD, Sullivan King, Virtual Riot, Ganja White Night, NGHTMRE, Ray Volpe, Mersiv, Crankdat, Pegboard Nerds, FuntCase and dozens of other bass music heavyweights ensure nonstop energy throughout the weekend. Across multiple stages, fans can experience everything from dubstep and riddim to drum & bass, melodic bass and experimental electronic music, with carefully curated performances that showcase both established icons and rising talent. Spectacular lasers, towering visual installations, immersive pyrotechnics and one of the world’s most celebrated outdoor concert venues combine to create an unforgettable audiovisual spectacle from afternoon until late into the night. Supported by camping, community-driven experiences and breathtaking Pacific Northwest scenery, Bass Canyon continues to set the benchmark for bass music festivals. Blending world-class production with an unrivalled lineup and the iconic backdrop of The Gorge, Bass Canyon Festival 2026 promises another unforgettable weekend for bass music fans from around the world.