Festival Returns With Major Guitar Icons
Eric Clapton has announced the return of his Crossroads Guitar Festival, marking its first edition since 2023. The 2026 benefit event will take place September 26–27 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Clapton is scheduled to perform on both nights, with each day featuring a different lineup of artists.
The festival will gather many well-known guitar players from rock, blues, and jam music. Confirmed performers include Pete Townshend of The Who, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, Buddy Guy, Trey Anastasio of Phish, John Mayer, Marcus King, Jimmie Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, Gary Clark Jr., Taj Mahal, John McLaughlin, Keb’ Mo’, Robert Randolph, Sierra Hull, and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Organizers say audiences can expect collaborative performances bringing several musicians together onstage.
Ticket Sales and Event Access
Tickets for the Crossroads Guitar Festival will go on sale to the general public on Friday, April 3, at 10 a.m. Central Time. Fans will also have access to a pre-sale beginning Thursday, April 2, at 10 a.m. Central Time through Ticketmaster. Additional event details are available through the festival’s official website.
Some fans seeking early access may also explore resale platforms such as StubHub. Organizers encourage buyers to review official sources before purchasing. The two-day event is expected to draw visitors from across the United States, especially with Austin hosting the festival for the first time in its history.
A Benefit Rooted in Personal Purpose
The 2026 gathering marks the seventh Crossroads Guitar Festival and celebrates the 28th anniversary of the Crossroads Centre Antigua rehabilitation facility. Clapton co-founded the center in 1998 to support people recovering from substance abuse. The facility is located on the Caribbean island of Antigua and remains the main beneficiary of festival proceeds…