Article Contributed by JSloane Creative
Published on 2026-08-06
Yahn Dawn, the festival curated by Pretty Lights, has released single-day tickets and daily lineups for its second annual edition, returning to Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, Colorado, from September 18–20, 2026.
Alongside the daily lineup announcement, Pretty Lights has introduced a new weekend-long concept designed for the Yahn Dawn community: “A Trip Thru Time.”
Inspired by themes from the new album, A Trip Thru Time Fantastic, the immersive experience will invite fans aboard the Soundship Space Bus for a chronological journey through the interconnected sounds and album eras that make up the Pretty Lights universe.
The concept begins Thursday, September 17, when Early Arrival pass holders will gather for an intimate opening ceremony marking the genesis of Pretty Lights. The ceremony will be led by the artist alongside founding member Michal Menert.
Across the following three nights, Pretty Lights will present live-band headlining exhibitions exploring the creative threads that run through the project’s catalog. The performances will draw from fan favorites, deep cuts, and new material from A Trip Thru Time Fantastic, offering a revealing look at the past and present of Pretty Lights as the Colorado native enters a new era.
Expanding to three nights in 2026, Yahn Dawn will once again bring a thoughtfully curated lineup to the mountain setting of Meadow Creek.
Friday’s lineup is led by Femme House creator LP Giobbi, who will present a special Dead House set blending Grateful Dead classics with various styles of house music. Mikey Thunder will bring his left-field bass sound to opening day, alongside Maddy O’Neal’s MADHAUS, Midicinal, Faceplant, TheBusiness., and R!AHT.
Saturday moves deeper into low-end territory, with Emancipator performing with his full ensemble. Thought Process will deliver a liquid drum-and-bass set, while Pheel and WeSelects will highlight underground dubstep and bass. Shooka, Underlux, Parrott, and Dark City Agent round out Saturday’s lineup.
Sunday closes the weekend with an eclectic mix of bass-driven sounds led by Gramatik, instrumental hip-hop trailblazer RJD2, and Saturna. Homemade Spaceship, TF Marz, Mithridates, Mondokoosh, Pants, and Hyperspace Sky will make their Yahn Dawn debuts.
In addition to single-day and weekend ticket options, Yahn Dawn offers a range of customizable accommodations. General admission and VIP weekend passes can be paired with Thursday Early Arrival, pre-set glamping, RV, and parking add-ons.
VIP admission includes an exclusive merchandise package and first entry into the venue. The VIP Total Fascination Package includes a pre-set Luna Bell tent, complimentary Thursday Early Arrival, and access to an exclusive campsite offering convenient entry into the festival grounds.
True to its roots, Yahn Dawn remains focused on connection to nature and community. The 2026 edition will feature expanded wellness programming, live art installations, and experiential elements intended to build on the atmosphere of the inaugural festival.
Additional details will be announced as the event approaches. | TICKETS
Yahn Dawn 2026 Daily Lineups
Friday, September 18
Pretty Lights
LP Giobbi – Dead House Set
MADHAUS – Maddy O’Neal
Mikey Thunder
Midicinal
Faceplant
TheBusiness.
R!AHT
Saturday, September 19
Emancipator
Thought Process
Pheel
WeSelects
Shooka
Underlux
Parrott
Dark City Agent
Sunday, September 20
Gramatik
RJD2
Saturna
Homemade Spaceship
TF Marz
Mithridates
Mondokoosh
Pants
Hyperspace Sky
Yahn Dawn returns September 18–20, 2026, at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, Colorado.
