Hogs for the Cause is ready to rock with its 2026 music lineup, offering a preview of the artists set to take the stage at the beloved New Orleans fundraiser blending live music, barbecue, and community impact. The festival takes place April 10–11 at the UNO Lakefront Arena.

Leading this year’s bill are Charles Wesley Godwin, performing Saturday, and Stephen Wilson Jr., headlining Friday. The two anchor a diverse lineup that leans into Americana, roots rock, and Southern soul, reflecting the festival’s signature mix of rising talent and established acts.

Saturday’s programming includes performances by The Castellows, Jason Scott & The High Heat, Southern Avenue, Jeremie Albino, D.K. Harrel, Marfa, The Bones of J.R. Jones, East Nash Grass, Fust, Rootbeer Richie & The Reveille, and HollyRock. Friday’s lineup features Buffalo Traffic Jam, Lance Roark, The Band Feel, Lamont Landers, Robert Jon and The Wreck, The Band Loula, Louisiana Surf Department, and KG and the Bad Habits.

As always, the lineup is subject to change, with additional announcements and scheduling details expected in the lead-up to the festival.

Beyond the music, Hogs for the Cause remains rooted in its mission to support families battling pediatric brain cancer, funding hospital programs, housing, and direct grants. With its combination of purpose-driven programming, top-tier barbecue, and a carefully curated musical lineup, the festival continues to stand out as one of New Orleans’ most meaningful spring events.

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