Who Is Playing Seattle's Bumbershoot 2026? Early Lineup Released

Bumbershoot announces Death Cab for Cutie, De La Soul, and more for its summer concert lineup. See the rest of the bands we are pumped to see as well as the eclectic "arts district" activities including comedians, fashion, culinary art, and more.

Bumbershoot Returns in 2026 With a Lineup of Heavy Hitters

Bumbershoot will be a two-day event this year: Another new addition is the ticketing situation: you will pay extra for in & out privileges.

What/Where: Bumbershoot 2026 at Seattle Center Campus, 305 Harrison St in downtown Seattle

When: Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th.

Know Before You Go: If you're going with young kids or for the very first time, I recommend you read my checklist before you go.

Death Cab for Cutie, Bumbershoot 2026 on Sunday, Septermber 6th. Photo Credit Getty Images for KROQPhoto Credit Getty Images for KROQ

The concert lineup they've released just might have something for every music lover in the Evergreen State, heck, the entire Pacific Northwest, for that matter. I have a ton of friends who are huge fans of Death Cab for Cutie--a band I'd never even heard of before I moved to Washington! They will hit the stage on Sunday.

De La Soul will be another Sunday concert not to miss, especially if you're an old school head like me!

De La Soul Bumbershoot 2026 on Sunday, September 5th. Photo Credit: Frazer Harrison Getty Images for The Recording Academy

You might not recognize a lot of the names if you're getting up there in age, but I guarantee your kids, younger nieces, nephews, and baby cousins will find a band to squeal about.

One point for each band you've heard of below: