WAKAAN MUSIC FESTIVAL RETURNS FOR 2026, ANNOUNCES DATES AT MULBERRY MOUNTAIN

OZARK, Arkansas — WAKAAN Music Festival will return to Mulberry Mountain in 2026, marking the next chapter for one of North America’s most community-driven and culturally distinct festival experiences. Set against the backdrop of the Ozark National Forest, the festival will take place September 30–October 3, bringing the WAKAAN family back together for another immersive weekend of music, art, and connection.

Founded and curated by Liquid Stranger, WAKAAN Music Festival has carved out a singular space within the electronic music landscape - one defined not by scale, but by intention. With a capacity capped at 10,000 attendees, the festival prioritizes intimacy, sound quality, and community above all else, offering a rare alternative to larger, more commercialized events.

More than just a lineup, WAKAAN has become a gathering point for a global community rooted in experimental bass music and shared experience. Across three days and nights, attendees inhabit a fully immersive environment where music runs continuously, stages transform from daytime showcases to late-night explorations, and the boundaries between artist and audience dissolve.

Set on 400 acres of natural terrain at Mulberry Mountain, the festival’s setting is central to its identity. Campgrounds, cabins, and wooded trails create a self-contained world where attendees can explore freely, connect with one another, and engage with a wide range of interactive experiences beyond the stages.

In addition to its musical programming, WAKAAN places a strong emphasis on art, installations, and community-driven activations. All creative elements—from immersive environments to hands-on experiences—are developed with a focus on participation, discovery, and self-expression. Returning features include fan-favorite installations and new additions designed to further expand the festival’s evolving creative landscape.

At its core, WAKAAN Music Festival is defined by its community. Known as the “WAKAAN Family,” its attendees have become the driving force behind the festival’s growth and identity - shaping the atmosphere, culture, and spirit of the event year after year.

As it returns in 2026, WAKAAN continues to build on its underdog ethos - spotlighting emerging artists, independent creators, and forward-thinking collaborators across every facet of the experience. From its curated lineup to its vendor ecosystem and on-site activations, the festival remains committed to platforming those pushing culture forward.

Additional details, including lineup, programming, and on-site experiences, will be announced in the coming weeks.