California Roots Festival returns to Monterey, California from May 22-24, 2026, featuring a diverse lineup of reggae, rock, hip hop, pop, and alternative artists. The three-day festival will be headlined by legendary hip hop icon Ice Cube alongside reggae stars Skip Marley, Rebelution, and Soja, plus international acts like Australia's Tash Sultana and Jamaica's Barrington Levy. With 37 artists representing the United States, Australia, Jamaica, Canada, and the United Kingdom, the festival showcases both established legends like Burning Spear and rising stars across multiple genres. Notable performers include Pepper, Common Kings, The Green, Collie Buddz, and Bedouin Soundclash, making this a premier destination for fans of reggae-influenced music and beyond.

California Roots Festival is a regional three-day standalone music festival.