Quick festival information
| Festival | Countdown NYE 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dates | December 31, 2026–January 1, 2027 |
| Days | Thursday–Friday |
| Place | San Bernardino, California |
| Venue | NOS Events Center |
| Format | Two days; electronic New Year festival |
| Announced artists | Alesso, DJ Snake, Marshmello, DJ Diesel, Seven Lions, Subtronics |
| Ticket information | Official Insomniac passes on sale; verify current tiers |
| Official website | Countdown NYE 2026 |
Overview
Countdown NYE 2026 is scheduled for December 31, 2026–January 1, 2027 at NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. The two days; electronic new year festival format makes the details of admission and travel especially important. The information below distinguishes published event details from decisions that depend on the final timetable. It also explains what travelers need to check before spending money on transport or accommodation.
Lineup, artists and schedule
Insomniac confirmed that the festival returns to a two-day format for the first time since 2023. Its September 2026 announcement names Alesso, DJ Snake, Marshmello, DJ Diesel, Seven Lions, Subtronics, Oliver Heldens, R3HAB, Tchami and others. This is a festival covering two calendar dates, not simply a New Year’s Eve party that happens to finish after midnight.
Passes, pricing and official sellers
The organizer links to its own ticket purchasing route. Choose based on the actual calendar date or multiday package and check whether admission includes both days. A pass for December 31 should not be assumed to cover an independently ticketed January 1 event.
Venue, location and transportation
NOS Events Center is at 689 South E Street, San Bernardino. The event’s theme includes several stages and themed attractions, but readers should refer to the current site map when it appears. Make a separate arrival plan for each day if attending both dates.
Planning for the festival
Check permitted bags, proof-of-age requirements, transportation and pickup rules on the official site before setting out. Rideshare demand after the New Year countdown can be high, so agree on a practical collection point and a backup option.
How to use the lineup and schedule
A list of announced performers confirms participation, not the exact time that anyone will perform. Look for the latest official daily schedule before traveling and review it again on the event day. Changes are possible after posters and social media graphics circulate. Save your priority artists, allow walking time between stages, and avoid planning every hour around an unverified running order. If the organizer has not assigned a performer to a date, leave that assignment unconfirmed. An artist appearing on the poster is not proof of a main-stage slot.
Ticket costs and purchase checks
Begin with the festival website and follow the ticket button to the authorized checkout. Review the selected admission date, tier, delivery method, age conditions and cancellation wording. A price described as a starting amount may rise with inventory changes or additional charges. Do not confuse an upgrade with a separate admission credential. For a group purchase, decide who will hold and transfer each ticket and whether the original account holder must complete a verification step. Keep receipts and official support information together.
Getting there and leaving safely
Choose an arrival method after checking the event’s own travel instructions. A general map pin may lead to a closed gate, employee entrance or unrelated parking area. If driving, establish whether parking is included and where vehicles may be collected after the show. For transit, check the last scheduled departure rather than assuming regular service continues after the final set. Rideshare pickup spots may be moved away from the main entrance during crowd dispersal. Anyone attending with friends should set a clear meeting location in case phones lose service.
Entry rules and accessibility
Check the current edition’s rules for identification, bags, permitted hydration items, lockers, food and re-entry. Policies differ even when festivals share an organizer, so the rules from another city or previous year may be wrong. Guests needing step-free access or another accommodation should consult the dedicated accessibility information and contact the festival before arrival when necessary. Do not assume a premium pass automatically provides accessible entry. Leave prohibited items at home; a temporary bag-check option is not always available near the gates.
Budget and practical preparation
Set aside money for more than admission. Travel, parking, a hotel, food, water arrangements, lockers and merchandise can all affect the total cost. Compare a nearby room with a cheaper hotel that requires an expensive late-night trip. Dress for local weather and consider how temperatures change after sunset. Charge your phone, bring an approved power source if permitted, and keep confirmation numbers where you can access them offline. For multiday visits, arrange meals and rest between sessions instead of building plans around every announced artist.