Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights has unveiled its Phase Two lineup for 2026, adding a fresh wave of house, techno, bass, and underground talent ahead of its return to Cook’s Valley Campground from July 17–19. Set against the towering Redwoods and the banks of the Eel River, the collaboration between two of Northern California’s most celebrated independent festivals continues to shape an immersive environment where music, nature, and community intersect.
Leading the latest announcement is a high-impact back-to-back from Walker & Royce and VNSSA, alongside UK bass standout Hamdi, Dirtybird mainstay Ardalan, Detroit house legend DJ Minx, and Miami duo Black V Neck. Together, they anchor a second wave that leans deeper into club culture, spotlighting artists whose influence extends far beyond the traditional festival circuit.
That direction continues with Radio Slave, whose decades-spanning presence across house and techno adds weight to the bill, while Sage Armstrong delivers his signature low-end grooves. UK selector Madam X brings a sharp, bass-driven edge, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to globally rooted club sounds.
Elsewhere, Smalltown DJs inject a blend of house and disco into the mix, while SYREETA pushes genre boundaries with her forward-facing club selections. Addison Groove contributes his unmistakable UK bass lineage, and Auguste introduces a melodic, Caribbean-influenced take on afro-house. Rounding out the additions, Gina Turner brings both experience and community-driven energy, reflecting her longstanding role within the house music ecosystem.
These names build on an already stacked Phase One lineup featuring CloZee, Tape B, Justin Martin, LP Giobbi, Bruno Furlan, Daniel Allan, DJ Susan, Flowdan, Gene Farris, GoldFish, Ivy Lab, Kaleena Zanders, Know Good, Mindchatter, Nitepunk, Sacha Robotti, Sam Binga, Shaded, Todd Edwards, Will Clarke, Born Dirty, Christian Martin, Dimond Saints, DJ Glen, High Step Society, J.Phlip, and Life on Planets, among others.
Tucked within the Emerald Triangle, Cook’s Valley Campground once again provides a setting that is as integral to the experience as the lineup itself. Just 190 miles north of San Francisco, the site unfolds across multiple stages—including the Main Stage, River Stage, Bird Bath Stage, Grove Stage, and the late-night Bunker—each offering a distinct sonic identity. From daytime sets along the river to sunrise sessions beneath the trees, the layout encourages exploration over routine.
The festival also brings back its “Our Friends” stages, curated by collectives such as LFO, Madrone, and Octopus Garden, with additional artists still to be announced. These spaces further reinforce the event’s community-driven foundation, spotlighting grassroots contributors alongside established names.
Beyond the music, Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights continues to lean into its participatory ethos. Camp games, artist-led activities, and spontaneous moments remain central to the experience, dissolving the boundary between performer and audience. It’s a format that prioritizes discovery—where unplanned back-to-back sets and late-night wanderings often become defining memories of the weekend.
For more than two decades, Dirtybird has cultivated a global following through its irreverent and genre-blurring approach to dance music, while Northern Nights has spent over ten years carving out a reputation as one of the West Coast’s most innovative independent festivals. Together, they represent a model rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and a shared vision for what festival culture can be.
As the broader festival landscape continues to evolve, Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights stands as a clear example of how independent events can adapt and thrive—by building spaces where music leads, community flourishes, and culture grows organically from the ground up.
With demand already surging, ticket inventory is limited, and various camping options are already sold out. Tickets are on sale now via the official Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights website, including GA and VIP passes, along with a limited selection of remaining camping accommodations. Additional lineup announcements and programming details will be revealed in the coming weeks.