Austin Psych Fest returns May 8–10, 2026, reaffirming its place as one of North America’s most thoughtfully curated celebrations of psychedelic music. Set once again at South Austin’s The Far Out Lounge , the three-day gathering blends legacy acts, forward-thinking indie rock, global psych, and deep-cut favorites into a weekend that treats psychedelia less as a genre and more as a state of mind.
Headlining the 2026 edition are The Flaming Lips, whose technicolor live shows remain unmatched in their ability to turn concerts into shared, surreal experiences, and Thee Sacred Souls, modern soul standard-bearers whose warmth and groove close out the weekend on a high note. Anchoring the festival’s roots, The Black Angels will perform their landmark debut Passover in full, celebrating the album’s 20th anniversary and underscoring the band’s foundational role in shaping Austin’s contemporary psych movement.
The lineup reflects the festival’s long-standing commitment to breadth and discovery. Ty Segall brings his ever-evolving garage-rock intensity, while Melody’s Echo Chamber delivers lush, cinematic psych-pop. DIIV, Momma, and Glare represent the modern indie and shoegaze continuum, while artists like La Lom, Trish Toledo, Money Chicha, and Dumbo Gets Mad introduce global textures that stretch psychedelia beyond guitars and fuzz pedals.
Each night of the festival carries its own distinct energy. Friday leans bright and explosive, Saturday dives into darker and heavier terrain, and Sunday closes with soul, groove, and sun-soaked warmth. Beyond the music, Austin Psych Fest will once again feature immersive visuals, art installations, and late-night programming that blur the line between performance and environment.
Originally founded in 2008 by members of The Black Angels and friends, Austin Psych Fest helped ignite a worldwide resurgence in psychedelic rock and underground music culture. After evolving into Levitation and later returning to its roots as a springtime event, the festival has reclaimed its original spirit: an intimate, single-venue experience that honors Austin’s psychedelic legacy while pushing it forward.
Tickets are on sale now, with Early Bird passes sold out and Tier 1 passes and single-day tickets currently available. Additional artists and night shows will be announced soon. For updates, follow Levitation on Instagram.
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