Olivia Rodrigo headlines free Daisy Chain Fields festival with women-led lineup in Irvine
The Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival in Irvine featured Olivia Rodrigo as the headliner, with a predominantly women-led roster and guest appearances including Sarah McLachlan, offering free admission to attendees.
The Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival took place on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, at Great Park in Irvine, California, drawing a large crowd of young attendees. Olivia Rodrigo headlined the event on the Dandelion Stage, delivering a set that included a joint performance with special guest Sarah McLachlan, during which the two artists dedicated a song to the late Dolly Parton.
The festival’s lineup was noted for being almost entirely women-led, featuring acts such as Die Spitz, Bikini Kill members Tobi Vail, Kathleen Hanna and Kathi Wilcox, Santigold, and Garbage’s Shirley Manson, among others. All performances were offered free of charge.
Organizers emphasized the event’s focus on women’s well-being and community engagement, encouraging fans to interact with the performers. The day’s high temperatures were noted by attendees, but the atmosphere remained lively throughout the performances.