The All Things Go music festival returns to Maryland this fall.
The All Things Go Music Festival is one of the most anticipated indie-pop and alternative music events of the year. The festival returns to its DC area home at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland, from September 25–27. Expanding its reputation as a fan favorite event best known for having diverse lineups, representation of women and LGBTQ+ artists, as well as a welcoming community. Organizers have also continued the festival’s growth into multiple cities, like New York City and Toronto, while maintaining the Maryland event as the main location for the All Things Go experience.
The festival has commitment to showing both known stars and rising talent across pop, indie rock, folk, and alternative music. So, the festival is great for discovering new music. Beyond the performances, attendees can expect food vendors, art installations, experiences, and can enjoy the forest setting that has helped shape the festivals identity over the years. What began as a smaller event has slowly evolved into one of the biggest music festivals on the east coast, drawling in fans from across the country.
The DC lineup is led by an impressive, well known selection of headliners. This includes artists Mitski, Hayley Williams, and Brandi Carlile. Them being the headliners displays the festivals continued focus on artistic performers who have helped shape modern alternative and indie music. Each headliner brings a distinct style, from Mitski’s emotional and powerful songwriting, to Hayley Williams’s rock music, and Brandi Carlile’s folk sound.
Friday’s lineup is particularly strong, featuring artists such as Ethel Cain, Slayyyter, Magdalena Bay, and Ninajirachi. This opening day blends indie, rock, pop, and alternative sounds, creating one of the festival’s most exciting lineups yet.
Saturday’s lineup offers a mix of pop favorites and indie artists, including MUNA, Zara Larsson, Suki Waterhouse, The Beaches, and She & Him. The lineup balances mainstream appeal with less known indie acts, making it one of the most anticipated parts of the weekend. Many are excited to hear these artists live.
Sunday closes the DC festival with a lineup featuring Lola Young, Tinashe, Father John Misty, and Wolf Alice. The final day is expected to have an energetic finish to the festival, combining alternative rock, indie folk, as well as pop.
With nearly 50 artists performing across three days, the 2026 DC part of the All Things Go festival looks exciting and will further build their reputation as one of east coasts main festivals. Perfect for music lovers all over the DMV area.