San Francisco’s beloved The Midway is gearing up for a big summer with the announcement of its 2026 Block Party series. The iconic SF venue has revealed the first wave of artist announcements for what promises to be one of the most exciting outdoor event lineups the city has seen, transforming the surrounding streets into a full festival experience right in the heart of the city. Some of the big names headed to The Midway include Gorgon City, Deorro, Galantis and Zedd. The Block Parties encompass 11 event commencing in April through October, 2026.
Known for its sprawling indoor-outdoor setup and reputation for booking the best in electronic music, The Midway has long been a cornerstone of San Francisco’s dance music scene. The Block Party format takes that energy outside, creating a unique open-air environment that perfectly suits the venue’s creative ethos. With wave one of the artist lineup now confirmed, more headliners and dates are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
- April 4: Gorgon City “Enter the Realm” brings high-energy house music by the British electronic duo along with special guests Cassian, Linska and Dreya. Tickets at https://tixr.com/e/172141.
- JUST ADDED June 5: Deorro + 3BallMTY – overwhelming demand for tickets triggered the addition of this second “Botas y Rave” date. Tickets at https://tixr.com/e/180231.
- June 6: Deorro + 3BallMTY –“Botas y Rave” blends electro-house and tribal guarachero rhythms guaranteed to burn the floor. SOLD OUT
- June 27: Galantis (Pride Weekend) – Swedish superstar brings euphoric pop-electro vibes to kick off an inclusive Pride celebration. Presale at com/galantis.
- June 28: Zedd (Pride Weekend) – “Break Free” with the global icon for the ultimate Pride party climax. Tickets at https://tixr.com/e/176400.
“Our Block Party series is back and better than ever,” said Brendan Ward, talent director of The Midway and NPU Live. “Fans can expect top-tier talent, big crowds, insane production and that signature SF vibe you just can’t replicate. These are FOMO-triggering parties, so we encourage people to keep an eye out each new artist and ticket announcement: we already had one event sell out within hours.”
The Midway offers luxury bottle service and VIP table seating for all shows (contact bottles@themidwaysf.com.
Stay tuned to EDM Life and The Midway’s official channels for full lineup details, ticket information, and further announcements as the 2026 Block Party series comes together. This is shaping up to be a must-attend summer for anyone in the Bay Area electronic music scene.
