San Luis Obispo’s premier music and arts gathering, Shabang, has officially announced its return to the California Central Coast on May 2 and 3, 2026. Entering its 12th year, the boutique festival will take over the Dairy Creek Golf Course with its most expansive lineup and production schedule to date.
Leading the 2026 billing is Grammy-nominated tech-house titan Chris Lake, indie-rock staples The Backseat Lovers, and synth-pop duo Magdalena Bay.
The 2026 edition introduces several structural shifts designed to enhance the attendee experience. Most notably, the festival will transition to a Saturday–Sunday format, with…



