Disney is officially entering its festival era. In a move that further blurs the line between streaming platforms and live music culture, Disney+ will now join Hulu in livestreaming three of North America’s biggest festivals in 2026. The expansion marks the first time Disney+ subscribers around the world will get access to the broadcasts alongside Hulu viewers in the U.S.
Hulu has already spent the past several years quietly becoming a legitimate player in the festival streaming space, carrying live feeds from major Live Nation events since 2022. But adding Disney+ to the equation massively widens the audience footprint. This…