Hipnic takes place in Big Sur, California from May 15-17, 2026, showcasing a diverse lineup of alternative, folk, indie, rock, and space country artists. The festival features headliners including veteran British songwriter Robyn Hitchcock, American indie folk musician Buck Meek, and California rock veterans The Mother Hips alongside Beachwood Sparks and Chuck Prophet. The 18-artist lineup blends established and emerging talent from American, Australian, and British scenes, with notable performers like Pearl Charles, Rose City Band, and Those Pretty Wrongs. This intimate gathering offers a carefully curated mix of psych-folk, indie rock, and alternative country that appeals to fans of thoughtful, guitar-driven music.

Hipnic is a three-day standalone music festival.