Brandi Carlile Enlists The Chicks & Sam Smith To Headline Girls Just Wanna Weekend 2026

Brandi Carlile announced the 2026 lineup for her Girls Just Wanna Weekend. The Chicks and Sam Smith will join Brandi Carlile as headliners for the destination event taking place at Mexico’s Barceló Maya Resort January 15 – 19.

Also set to perform at Girls Just Wanna 2026 are CMAT, Joy Oladokun, Jensen McRae, Lucius, Jasmine.4.t, Allison Ponthier, SistaStrings, Autumn Nicholas, Arroba Nat, The Carlile Family Band, and a Titans of Americana set along with comedian Kristin Key. More special guests are TBA.

Press material further detailed Girls Just Wanna Weekend:

Located along one of the most spectacular beaches in the Mexican Caribbean, Barceló Maya Resort offers white sandy beaches, a turquoise sea, and beautiful views of the idyllic surroundings. Guests can experience endless fun and night-time entertainment with water sport activities, scuba diving lessons, a shopping center, bowling alley, 24-hour sports bar, three theaters, and a nightclub.

Girls Just Wanna Weekend prides itself on creating a safe and inclusive space for all attendees, with a special emphasis on fostering a welcoming environment for the predominantly LGBTQ+ audience. The Brandi Land campus within the Barceló Maya Resort ensures that everyone can celebrate in comfort and community.

All-inclusive packages are available now.

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