AceShowbiz - The highly anticipated Vans Warped Tour has unveiled its first artists for the 2026 lineup, featuring iconic bands like Jimmy Eat World and Dance Gavin Dance. In a recent Instagram post, the festival celebrated Jimmy Eat World as “an all-time warped band coming home,” confirming that they will perform at five stops during the tour.

Later, in an engaging social media video, Dance Gavin Dance was announced as the second act to join the lineup, generating excitement among fans eager for the tour's return.

After a six-year hiatus from 2019 to 2025, the Vans Warped Tour made a triumphant return last year, celebrating its 30th anniversary with three sold-out shows across North America in collaboration with EDM festival promoter Insomniac. This year, the tour is expanding significantly, offering five two-day festivals across the U.S. in Washington, D.C.; Long Beach, California; and Orlando, Florida, along with two brand-new international editions set for Montreal, Canada, and Mexico City, Mexico.

As fans eagerly await this year's performances, Vans Warped Tour has kicked off a series of daily artist announcements that will continue for the next 30 days. These reveals will occur exclusively on the festival's social media platforms. Last year, the launch of the 30-day countdown generated over 3.8 billion impressions, showcasing the immense reach and engagement of the festival. Many artists noted that the previous year’s campaign resulted in over a million monthly engagements, highlighting the platform's role in boosting artist visibility and career growth.

“Warped has always been about a sense of discovery, learning about brands, non-profits, and bands,” said Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman in a statement. “By releasing the lineup in this manner, we allow each band to introduce or reacquaint themselves to the audience. It’s a unique way to celebrate the festival and its community.”

When the full lineup is revealed in mid-March, artists will be presented alphabetically, a tradition that emphasizes the collective experience over individual headliners. This approach reinforces the festival's ethos, ensuring that every participating act receives the recognition they deserve.

In addition to two full days of live music, Vans Warped Tour will also feature a variety of activities and experiences for attendees, making it a must-see event for fans of all ages.