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Lost Lands Plans Further Crater Stage Expansion for 2026

Published Aug 26, 2026 By Matt White
Lost Lands Plans Further Crater Stage Expansion for 2026

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TL;DR

Lost Lands has announced plans to expand its Crater stage for the third time, following upgrades in 2024 and 2025. The 2026 iteration will include redesigned pedestrian pathways to manage crowd flow, alongside broader infrastructure improvements at Legend Valley. The festival runs September 18–20 in Thornville, Ohio.

“What if we took The Crater… and made it bigger”

Lost Lands has confirmed plans to expand its Crater stage once more ahead of the festival's ninth edition this September in Thornville, Ohio. The organizers posted an aerial photo of the stage's laser show with the caption, "What if we took The Crater… and made it bigger," though no technical details have been released.

From debut to third iteration

The Crater launched in 2024 as a 360° structure ringed by lasers, designed to give attendees an immersive experience from any position in the crowd. In 2025, the festival widened the stage footprint to accommodate full pyrotechnics and improve sight-lines. Despite those changes, heavy foot traffic around the area has prompted a third round of upgrades, including redesigned pedestrian pathways for 2026.

Broader venue infrastructure

Legend Valley has also invested in permanent infrastructure, including a new pedestrian tunnel under Route 13 that connects campgrounds to the festival grounds. The tunnel replaces the temporary footbridge used in previous years.

Lost Lands runs September 18–20, 2026. The festival is produced by Excision's team and remains one of North America's largest dubstep-focused events.

Matt White

Matt White

EDM Source Editor

Reporting on the latest in the electronic dance music community with verified accuracy.

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