Darker Waves 2026: Smashing Pumpkins, Bad Religion and More Hit Huntington Beach

Darker Waves is giving Huntington Beach a loud Saturday. Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins lead the November 14, 2026 lineup, with Bad Religion, The Damned, Silversun Pickups and plenty more reasons to get to the sand early.

The setting is Huntington Beach City Beach, and the bill runs from punk and post-punk to synth-pop and alternative rock. Simple Minds, Gary Numan, Soft Cell, Adam Ant and The Psychedelic Furs are also on the announced lineup.

You could spend the day chasing old favorites or use the gaps to catch someone you have never seen. Either way, take a look at the schedule before you go. There are a lot of names worth circling.

Start With the Lineup Beyond the Headliners

Start with Bad Religion, Circle Jerks, Buzzcocks, Marky Ramone and The Damned if your ideal beach day comes with loud guitars. That stretch of the poster alone makes a good case for arriving well before the headliners.

For a different route through the bill, consider Gary Numan, Soft Cell, Simple Minds and The Psychedelic Furs. Add Cold Cave, TR/ST and PRAYERS to the listening homework, and there is plenty to explore before arriving at the beach.

Check the official festival schedule for set times and overlaps. Pick a few must-see acts, then leave yourself room to wander.

Silversun Pickups Keep the Southern California Connection Going

Silversun Pickups are another reason this lineup lands on Revolt’s radar. We recently previewed their San Diego date with Weezer and The Shins at Viejas Arena. Darker Waves puts them into a different festival mix alongside artists from several corners of alternative music.

If you caught that San Diego show, this is another chance to see them before the year is out. If you missed it, Huntington Beach has you covered.

Make a Plan Before You Hit the Sand

The festival’s official help center lists gates opening at 11 a.m. and closing at 10 p.m. All times are local to Huntington Beach. Give yourself time to arrive, get through entry and find your bearings before your first must-see performance.

Check the official help center for current entry policies, permitted bags and items, transportation information and accessibility details. Bring hearing protection and plan for a long day outdoors, including the shift from afternoon sun to an evening at the coast.

For ticket availability and current prices, follow the festival’s official Front Gate ticket link. Lineups and schedules can change, so check the organizer’s updates again before traveling.

Darker Waves 2026: The Details

• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Location: Huntington Beach City Beach, 21301 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
• Published festival hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific
• Headliners: Morrissey and The Smashing Pumpkins
• Lineup and updates: Darker Waves official website

See you on the sand.