Get ready to dust off your Doc Martens and dig out your flannel shirts! The legendary HFStival is making a triumphant return to Washington D.C. this September, bringing back a wave of 90s alternative nostalgia. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21st, 2024 because Nationals Park is about to be transformed into a haven for alternative rock lovers.
A Nostalgic Double Dose: The Postal Service & Death Cab for Cutie
This year’s HFStival promises a unique experience for fans of two iconic alternative bands. Headliners The Postal Service will be taking the stage to perform their groundbreaking album Give Up in its entirety.
Death Cab for Cutie will also be gracing the stage, performing their beloved album Transatlanticism from front to back.
A Lineup Steeped in HFStival History (with a Modern Twist!)
The lineup doesn’t stop at the headliners. HFStival 2024 boasts a diverse selection of artists that perfectly capture the spirit of the festival. Get ready for electrifying sets from alt-rock heavyweights like Garbage, Incubus, and Bush. These bands were staples of the 90s alternative scene, and their presence promises to ignite a wave of nostalgia.
But HFStival isn’t just about reliving the past. The lineup also features some fantastic contemporary artists that fans might have hoped to see at the festival’s peak. Bands like Jimmy Eat World, Violent Femmes, and Girl Talk bring a fresh energy and ensure there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
How to Get Your Tickets
Tickets for HFStival 2024 are currently available through a lottery system on Ticketmaster. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this historic event! The درخواست (dastakhast) window, which translates to “request” in Farsi, closes on Sunday, June 16th at 11:59 PM ET.
Whether you’re a longtime HFStival devotee or a curious newcomer eager to experience a slice of 90s alternative magic, this one-day festival is not to be missed. Mark your calendars, grab your tickets, and get ready for a day filled with iconic performances, good vibes, and a healthy dose of nostalgia at HFStival 2024!
For more information and to request tickets for HFStival check out their official website.
About HFStival
The HFStival is an annual Washington, D.C. / Baltimore rock festival. It was held every summer from 1990 through 2006 by radio station WHFS. It was held again in 2010 and 2011 in commemoration of the now-defunct station’s legacy. At its peak, the HFStival was the largest yearly music festival on the East Coast, drawing 55,000 to 90,000 people. It was held at Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium in Washington, D.C. from 1993 to 2004; at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore in 2005; and at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland, in 2006.