Disney+ is expanding into festival livestreaming alongside Hulu, bringing three of North America's largest music festivals to a global audience in 2026. While Hulu has carried live feeds from major Live Nation events since 2022, the addition of Disney+ marks the first time international subscribers will access the same broadcasts available to U.S. viewers.

Three-Festival Summer Lineup

The 2026 rollout begins with Bonnaroo from June 11-14, followed by Lollapalooza from July 30-August 2, and concludes with Austin City Limits in October. Additional programming details and stream schedules are expected closer to each event.

Strategic Push Into Live Events

Lauren Tempest, Head of Content Planning and Partnerships for Disney's direct-to-consumer division, called festivals "electric, can't-miss moments in culture." Live Nation's Kevin Chernett emphasized that modern festivals are evolving into "global live moments" that fans want to experience together in real time.

Implications for Electronic Music

Festival livestreams have become a major discovery engine for electronic artists over the past decade, with platforms like YouTube turning sets into viral moments overnight. Disney's entry into the space could push livestream production, artist exposure, and exclusives to another level entirely.

The first broadcast kicks off with Bonnaroo in mid-June.