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SweetWater 420 Fest
SweetWater 420 Fest returns April 17-18, 2026 at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park with a two-day lineup of national acts and Atlanta festival energy.
SweetWater 420 Fest
SweetWater 420 Fest is a major Atlanta music festival that brings national acts, craft beer culture, and an Earth Day spirit together for a multi-day outdoor event. Produced by SweetWater Brewing Company, the festival has become one of the city's best-known spring music weekends.
2026 Update - Everything has changed
SweetWater 420 Fest 2026 is scheduled for April 17-18, 2026 at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park in Atlanta. The current announced format is a two-day festival with daily lineups already posted on the official site.
What to Expect
The festival centers on live music, large-scale outdoor performances, beer and beverage activations, and a crowd that mixes festival regulars with first-time attendees. SweetWater 420 Fest is known for pairing nationally recognized touring artists with a laid-back Atlanta spring atmosphere.
Location
Shirley Clarke Franklin Park
Atlanta, GA
Schedule Highlights
- Friday, April 17, 2026: Day One festival programming begins in the afternoon
- Saturday, April 18, 2026: Day Two continues with a full day of performances
- Daily lineups are posted now, with additional event details available through the official festival site
Event Information
SweetWater 420 Fest 2026 (Day One) Event (Event Scheduled)
SweetWater 420 Fest 2026 (Day Two) Event (Event Scheduled)
Festival Programming
For 2026, the lineup is split across two daily bills. Day One includes Umphrey’s McGee, Watchhouse, Cimafunk, The Moss, and lespecial. Day Two includes Thievery Corporation, Chromeo, Little Stranger, The Heavy Heavy, Clay Street Unit, Bombargo, and Sneezy.
Why It Matters
SweetWater 420 Fest remains one of Atlanta's most visible music festivals, linking a strong national lineup with a locally recognizable brand and a major public-park setting. It stands out as a spring music event with both destination appeal and hometown identity.
For the latest official updates, visit SweetWater 420 Fest.