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By Klep Napier | WeAreCritiX.com Some announcements don’t just spark excitement. They unlock memory. Vans Warped Tour has always been more than a festival. It’s been a rite of passage, a sweaty summer soundtrack, and a cultural marker for entire generations of rock fans. Today’s news feels like one of those “wait… how did this not happen before?” moments. Alt-rock giants Hoobastank  are officially taking the stage at Vans Warped Tour   for the first time ever. Let that sink

By Klep Napier | WeAreCritiX.com The Vans Warped Tour   is officially back—and 2026 marks one of the most ambitious chapters in its legendary history. The iconic festival has kicked off its lineup rollout with 30-ish Days of Warped , a month-long artist reveal campaign announcing performers daily across official Vans Warped Tour social platforms. More than just a lineup announcement, 30-ish Days of Warped signals a bold new era—one that honors the festival’s roots while expan