Lollapalooza India to return in 2026
BookMyShow Live has announced that Lollapalooza India will return for its fourth edition on 24 and 25 January 2026 at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Racecourse. The festival, which is, co-produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live, will feature four stages and more than 20 hours of live music.
Since its launch, the festival has brought together global and Indian artists. Previous editions have featured acts like Imagine Dragons, The Strokes, Sting, OneRepublic, Jonas Brothers, Green Day, Shawn Mendes, and home-grown names including AP Dhillon, DIVINE, Raghu Dixit Project and Hanumankind. The event has become a platform for international talent as well as India's independent music scene.
'Lollapalooza India has, in just three editions, cemented itself as more than a music festival; it is now an institution that drives culture, commerce and community at scale.
As we enter the fourth edition, our ambition is to build on this foundation and deepen the festival's role as a catalyst for the live entertainment economy in India. For us at BookMyShow Live, this is about consistently raising the bar on how global experiences are reimagined for Indian audiences, while also giving Indian talent and businesses a powerful stage to shine.
The journey so far has reaffirmed that India is not only ready for large-scale festivals of this magnitude, but is hungry for them, and that conviction guides us as we shape what's next," said Naman Pugalia, Chief Business Officer - Live Events, BookMyShow.
Audience surveys from the 2025 edition showed that a large number of fans travelled to Mumbai specifically for the event. Many cited the atmosphere, the discovery of new music and the sense of community as key reasons for attending. Food has also become a highlight, with the Lolla Food Park adding variety and depth to the experience.
The festival continues to focus on accessibility and sustainability, with facilities for persons with disabilities, safe spaces, gender-neutral washrooms, and green initiatives such as reduced plastic use and food donations. Lollapalooza India has now become a significant part of the country's live music calendar.
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