WIN A PAIR OF SUPERNOVA TICKETS!
We're giving away 2 pairs of Supernova weekend passes! To enter, go to your favorite social media platform and tag the friend or family member you want to bring in the comments! Winners will be selected and notified on Sunday.
THE KING OF SKA IS BACK!
Derrick Morgan, the King of Ska, is coming to Supernova on Saturday, September 12!
One of the most important pioneers in Jamaican music history, Derrick Morgan helped lay the foundation for ska music. He was among Jamaica’s first true pop superstars, delivering countless classic hits including Forward March, Fat Man, Tougher Than Tough, Conquering Ruler, and Moon Hop.
2026 Supernova Line-Up
Jackie Mendez will be performing at Supernova this year, and coming to the East Coast for a mini tour! Supernova and Bohemian Amigos Record Shop will be hosting her official Record Store Day party on April 18 at the 110 Gallery in Hampton. Tickets are very limited; grab them today!
Catbite has been part of the ska community for years now — not just a band we book, but family we absolutely love having around. And their music is incredible too! Call Your Bluff, Bad Influence, Scratch Me Up, Excuse Me Miss, and Die in Denver are just a few tracks on repeat over the years.
Jamaican legend Susan Cadogan — The Queen of Lovers Rock — is coming to the 2026 Supernova! Hurt So Good. Nice & Easy. Piece of My Heart. Timeless songs. Timeless voice.
She’ll be backed by the unstoppable Eastern Standard Time — quite simply the greatest house band you could ever ask for.
The Ultimate Celebration of The Slackers
The Slackers are the hardest-working band in ska, and in 2026, we’re throwing the ultimate celebration of their legacy at Supernova.
Friday, September 11 - Charity Show for music education
25th anniversary of Wasted Days
Saturday, September 12 - Supernova Main Stage
20th Anniversary of Peculiar
Peculiar and other big tunes
Saturday, September 12 - Supernova After-Party
30th anniversary of Better Late Than Never
NEWEST MERCH
Hotels and Camping
We have hotel blocks up online. We included The Landing Hotel, Sonesta Simply Suites, and The Colonies RV & Travel Park as hotel partners this year.
The Landing is downtown Hampton which is the closest hotel to the festival, Sonesta has $93 Studio Suites, and The Colonies is camping within walking distance. There are other hotels, but we've found that rates are cheaper on sites like Expedia.
THANK YOU 2026 SPONSORS!
Thank you to all of our sponsors that are making the 2026 festival possible! Special thanks to 96X who is a presenting sponsor this year!
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