Olivia Rodrigo launches all-women Daisy Chain Fields festival, raising $20 million for women's charities
The inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine drew 45,000 attendees, featured a multigenerational lineup of female artists and raised $20 million for nonprofit groups supporting women’s rights.
Olivia Rodrigo’s first all-women festival, Daisy Chain Fields, took place on Aug. 29 at Great Park in Irvine, California, attracting about 45,000 fans. The event showcased a diverse roster that included Chappell Roan, Doechii, Bikini Kill, Garbage, the Breeders, Mitski, Not for Radio and guest appearances by Alanis Morissette, Stevie Nicks and Sarah McLachlan. Rodrigo headlined the show, performing songs from her latest album You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love.
Rodrigo said the festival was meant to provide a safe space where women and girls could connect through music, adding that live concerts offer a rare chance for genuine emotional expression. She noted that the lineup reflected her personal influences across generations and genres.
McLachlan, who organized the 1990s Lilith Fair, welcomed the new festival, describing it as a “torch-passing” moment for women in music. She highlighted the importance of collective action, saying that events like Daisy Chain demonstrate the power of women working together.
All ticket revenue was directed to the Daisy Chain Fund, supporting organizations such as the Center for Reproductive Rights, Planned Parenthood and other groups focused on women’s health and empowerment. Philanthropist Melinda French Gates matched the initial $10 million raised, bringing the total to $20 million.
The festival sold out within 30 minutes, according to Rodrigo, who said the rapid response reflected strong demand for a platform that celebrates female artists and encourages community involvement.