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The Happiness of Pursuit Festival

The Happiness of Pursuit Festival is an independent hip-hop music event scheduled for October 3–4, 2026, at Stage Red Fontana in California. This ninth edition marks the festival's return following a brief hiatus, offering a blend of underground music, skateboarding, and local art.

Date
Oct 3-4, 2026
Location
Fontana
Status
Upcoming
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The Happiness of Pursuit Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Kota the Friend headlining performance
  • Ras Kass 30th anniversary set of 'Soul on Ice'
  • Free outdoor festival village with skate ramp hosted by Namaste Souls
Established in 2017 by artist Joey Atilano, known as 60 East, this celebration of independent music moves to a new multimillion-dollar venue at 8463 Sierra Ave for its 2026 run. The lineup includes a Saturday performance by Kota the Friend and a special 30th-anniversary set by Ras Kass, alongside various DJs and independent collectives. The festival emphasizes community engagement through its partnership with local organizations and its relocation from Ontario to Fontana.

The programming is split between a ticketed indoor stage and a free outdoor festival village. The outdoor area includes local vendors, nonprofit booths, and a skate ramp managed by the Namaste Souls collective. Access to the headlining indoor performances requires a paid admission, while the community-focused outdoor activations remain accessible to the public at no cost.

Practical details

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Stage Red Fontana
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