Dreamstate SoCal returns to Long Beach on Friday, Nov. 20 and Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026. The trance music festival, hosted at Queen Mary Waterfront, will be home to four stages and over 70 artists. This year, Dreamstate will feature sets from Above & Beyond, Paul van Dyk, ARTBAT, Vini Vici, Pegassi, and 4 Strings.
The lineup spans several corners of trance, from Above & Beyond’s Anjunabeats Classics set to Paul van Dyk’s The Essence of Acid. Take a look at both days before deciding which one is for you.
Here’s what to check before buying Dreamstate SoCal 2026 tickets, including what gets you into the festival and what you need for the afterparties.
Dreamstate festival and afterparty basics
The festival takes place at Queen Mary Waterfront, located at 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802. Attendees must be 18+ to enter and 21+ for alcohol, each with valid ID.
The festival runs from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. each day, with no re-entry. Once you are in, you are in! Plan accordingly, including the bag you pack, the festival map you check and how long you plan to stay. See the official hours and entry rules before leaving.
The afterparties for each night are only available to festival pass holders and will happen aboard the historic Queen Mary, a docked ship at the waterfront, from 12 a.m. until 6 a.m.
Friday's festival continues into the very early hours of Saturday morning, and the same goes for Saturday into Sunday.
Check the daily lineups
Going to Dreamstate for just a day? Open the official lineup and compare days before choosing a pass. Friday's program includes ARTBAT, Astrix and Infected Mushroom. Saturday includes Above & Beyond's Anjunabeats Classics set and Paul van Dyk's The Essence of Acid, among many more.
Check the organizer’s website and social channels for set times close to the event. A daily lineup tells you who is playing; set times help you plan clashes and the move to an afterparty.
Is a weekend pass worth it?
It depends on what you want. The official tickets page lists Friday, Saturday and two-day options in GA and VIP, subject to availability. Compare the final checkout totals for the days and access you can actually use.
A single day may suit a particular artist or a short trip. A weekend pass may suit broader interests or feel worth it if your life is generally a bit strict and you have time to let loose.
Dreamstate’s ticketing FAQ says a two-day wristband cannot be split between two people on separate days. Keep this in mind when looking at resale: an already-used wristband is not a valid plan for sharing a weekend pass. For an uncollected order, have the original buyer check the pickup requirements with Front Gate before you pay. Do not assume a photo of their ID lets you collect it.
GA or VIP?
Check the current amenities on the official ticket page rather than choosing from the category name alone, and keep in mind that VIP is 21+. You can also check Dreamstate SoCal 2026 tickets on CrowdVolt. Match the day, tier and delivery terms to your plans, then compare the final total with the official seller. Listings and availability can change; a festival ticket does not include an afterparty pass.
Wristband delivery, pickup and entry
The ticketing FAQ directs buyers to Front Gate Tickets if their order has not arrived within a week of the event. Keep the confirmation accessible and follow the official help route as soon as you feel concerned.
If you are buying late and directed to go to will call, plan to get there at or after 3 p.m. but before midnight on festival days. Check the pickup documents you need and leave time between collecting an order and entering.
Make it a weekend (or week) to remember
Dreamstate brings artists from around the world to Long Beach. If you are making a longer trip of it, leave room for a night in LA before or after the festival.
Plan your trip right, especially regarding where you are staying, how you’re getting around, and anything you are doing before or after, as well as flights. A 1 a.m. festival finish and a 6 a.m. afterparty finish create different checkout needs, so communicate clearly when sharing a stay with a group.
Want more than just the festival? Check CrowdVolt for what’s happening in LA. See which venues are popping and find tickets from other partiers.
Keep track of what you have actually bought
A festival pass, an afterparty ticket, accommodation and transport may all have separate confirmation emails and order numbers. If you don’t get what you paid for, reach out to organizers sooner than later with as much information as necessary to get you sorted.
For buying with or in a group, make your communication specific. If you are feeling confused, best to ask the friend or friend-of-friend buying directly rather than land at the festival grounds to learn you don’t have what you need to get in.
Does a festival pass include the afterparty?
No. The official afterparty page has a separate purchase route and requires a festival wristband.
Can I buy the afterparty without attending the festival?
To get into the afterparty, you need an afterparty pass and a festival wristband. Confirm the complete entry conditions before buying.
Can friends split a weekend wristband?
Is Dreamstate SoCal 18+?
The festival is 18+; VIP and alcohol purchases are 21+. Bring accepted physical ID and check the organizer's requirements.
