Deftones Forge Ahead with Dia De Los Deftones 2026: A Metal Festival to Remember

Mark your calendars, metalheads! Deftones have officially unveiled the dates for the 2026 edition of their beloved festival, Dia De Los Deftones, set to rock Petco Park in San Diego on November 7, 2026. After a triumphant return in 2022, this year promises to be a blistering showcase of talent, pulling together some of the most exciting acts in the scene.

Joining the legendary Deftones are a diverse and dynamic lineup featuring The Neighbourhood, AFI, BKTHERULA, Converge, Jehnny Beth, Ladrones, Lip Critic, and Lustsickpuppy. This eclectic mix is sure to create an electrifying atmosphere, melding various styles and energies that only a festival of this magnitude can deliver.

Pre-sales kick off tomorrow, June 24, at 10:00 a.m. PDT, with general ticket sales following on June 26 at the same time. Fans who’ve signed up for Deftones' official newsletter will snag first dibs on tickets and VIP packages—so if you’re not on that list, now’s the time to rectify that mistake!

Reflecting on the spirit of the festival, frontman Chino Moreno previously articulated the essence of Dia De Los Deftones, likening it to crafting a mixtape. “It’s a live show where you can put different artists together in one live setting. It’s a well-rounded event that — even if we weren't performing — I think we'd enjoy going to as music fans,” he remarked, and with this lineup, it’s clear they’re sticking to that vision.

As we gear up for this festival extravaganza, let’s not forget Deftones' latest sonic offering,