Charli xcx, Chase and Status, Dave, Florence and The Machine, Fontaines D.C., and RAYE are set to headline Reading and Leeds 2026.
The iconic dual-site event returns to Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds next August Bank Holiday (August 27 to 30).
The announcement marks a historic moment for the music extravaganza, as it will be the first time in 25 years that the headline bill is made up entirely of British and Irish artists.
In another first, Leeds Festival will open its Main Stage on Thursday, welcoming Kasabian as inaugural headliners at Bramham Park.
Beyond the headline slots, the weekend promises a diverse mix of talent, including Skepta, Sombr, Role Model, Jade, Josh Baker, Kneecap, Kettama, Chris Stussy (Reading only), Geese, Skye Newman, Adéla, and Keo.
The Festival pre-sale starts at 9am on Tuesday (02.12.25), sign up for access via www.readingfestival.com / www.leedsfestival.com.
Tickets go on general sale at 12pm on Wednesday (03.12.25).
RAYE fulfilled a lifelong ambition in 2024 when she made her debut at Reading and Leeds, turning a teenage dream into reality.
She said onstage at Reading: “You know what listen guys, I’ve done it, I came to Reading and Leeds when I was 16 when I finished my GCSE’s, I was in the dance tent living my life…you know what I mean. I had a dream, and look at me now, it’s all possible.”
This year’s festival featured headline performances from Chappell Roan, Travis Scott, Bring Me The Horizon, and Hozier.