Good news for Midwestern festival-goers: Hinterland Music Festival has just announced that it will expand to four days for next year’s 11th edition. The music and camping festival continues to offer an unforgettable experience within scenic, rural Iowa. Though there is no official lineup announcement yet, Hinterland plans to announce the complete lineup and additional ticket information soon.
The festival continues to elevate its experience each year, reinforcing its reputation as a must-attend event for music fans. Beloved for its stunning scenery, laid-back vibe, and stacked lineups that bring together superstar headliners and breakout new artists, it’s become one of the Midwest’s most anticipated weekends of the summer.
Hinterland — which delivered unforgettable 2025 performances from Tyler, the Creator, Kacey Musgraves, Lana Del Rey, Clairo, The Marías, Bleachers, Remi Wolf, Sierra Ferrell, Role Model, and more — has earned widespread praise from major outlets. Pitchfork called it “an underrated gem in the Midwest,” while the Minnesota Star Tribune noted that “Hinterland competed with Coachella for Instagram-worthy moments.” Business Insider’s Mo Mitchell added, “I skipped Lollapalooza for a smaller, cheaper Midwest music festival with some of the same big names.”
Hinterland is curated for those who love both music and the outdoors, blending music, camping, art, craft vendors, family engagement, and more. With its expansion to four days, Hinterland shows no signs of slowing down — continuing to grow while staying true to its roots as a one-of-a-kind celebration of music, nature, and community in the heart of Iowa.
