From hard techno and trance to house heavyweights and rare B2B moments, CRSSD Festival Fall 2026 brings another stacked weekend to San Diego’s Waterfront Park.
With more than 50 artists scheduled across the weekend, building a festival itinerary will inevitably require some difficult decisions. Here are seven standout sets that deserve a spot on your CRSSD itinerary.
Adam Sellouk
Adam Sellouk is making waves with his unique blend of darker and more melodic electronic music, intertwining progressive elements with club-focused energy. With productions that skillfully balance atmospheric undertones with heavier beats, his sets flourish in a gradual buildup without losing their edge. Recent collaborative tracks such as ‘Activate’ with OMRI and Nevve enhance his growing repertoire, setting the stage perfectly for a captivating performance at City Steps Saturday night.
Layton Giordani
Layton Giordani is evolving beyond his techno origins, integrating house elements, vocal tracks, and festival-ready moments into his versatile sets. His recent success with releases like ‘Destiny,’ ‘Tonight,’ and ‘The Realm’ illustrates this progression well, with his ability to transition between driving grooves and accessible dance-floor favorites set to shine during his Saturday gig at The Palms.
I Hate Models
Known for his ability to traverse a spectrum of sounds, I Hate Models expertly mixes hard techno, trance, acid, industrial, and emotionally-charged melodies. His sets are an unpredictable journey, oscillating between relentless beats and euphoric, melodic moments. This unique approach promises a gripping experience during his Saturday performance at City Steps, perfect for those craving intensity and non-stop evolution.
Marlon Hoffstadt
Marlon Hoffstadt presents a refreshing energy with his DJ Daddy Trance persona, celebrated for igniting euphoric trance, hard dance vibes, and nostalgic rave influences. His lively and collaborative atmosphere ensures crowd participation will be at the forefront of his City Steps performance, providing a delightful contrast to some of the darker sounds dominating the weekend.
Chris Lake B2B Disclosure
The collaboration between two heavyweights, Chris Lake and Disclosure, is set to be one of the most anticipated moments of the weekend. With Lake’s rhythmically engaging house grooves fusing with Disclosure’s extensive catalog of house, garage, and UK dance influences, their B2B at Ocean View promises an exciting blend of genres and unexpected selections. This rare pairing, backed by their extensive festival experience, makes it a must-see on Sunday.
Prospa
Duo Prospa is set to ignite CRSSD with their debut album, Free Your Mind, showcasing their signature fusion of house, breakbeats, rave elements, and classic UK dance. Their versatile sound oscillates between euphoric melodies and impactful club moments, ensuring an electric atmosphere at The Palms on Sunday that captures the essence of old-school rave culture.
Mathame
Finally, Mathame offers a cinematic take on techno, weaving expansive melodies, dramatic builds, and emotional vocals through their club-ready productions. Known for slowly developing sets, they create an immersive atmosphere that elevates emotional engagement. Their recent collaboration, ‘Follow’ with Bonn, exemplifies this approach, making their Sunday performance at City Steps a highlight for those seeking a more atmospheric experience.
While weekend and Sunday passes are sold out, limited Saturday tickets are still available for purchase via CRSSD’s website. For those aiming to extend the party, tickets can be found for multiple CRSSD After Dark afterparties here. Stay tuned for updates by following the CRSSD Festival’s Instagram.
