Download Festival Announces Epic 2026 Lineup
The UK’s largest rock and metal event, Download Festival, is set to return to Donington Park from June 10 to 14, 2026. The event will bring together an impressive blend of rock, punk, emo, and hardcore acts, cementing its reputation as a leading live music celebration.
Headline Performers
- Limp Bizkit (nu-metal legends)
- Guns N’ Roses (Californian rock icons)
- Linkin Park (headlining with new frontwoman Emily Armstrong)
“Linkin Park will become the first female-fronted band to headline as they perform for the first time with frontwoman Emily Armstrong on vocals in 2026.”
Supporting Lineup
The 2026 festival will feature more than 90 bands across multiple stages. Among the notable performers are:
- Bad Omens
- Cypress Hill
- Trivium
- Architects
- Electric Callboy
- Halestorm
- Ice Nine Kills
- BABYMETAL
- Pendulum
- The Pretty Reckless
- Black Veil Brides
- Behemoth
- Mastodon
- The All-American Rejects
- Feeder
- Cavalera
- Static-X
- Blood Incantation
Festival Details
The 23rd edition of the festival will once again take place at Donington Park in Leicestershire, offering a range of ticketing options, including one-day passes, full-weekend camping, and premium RIP packages. Tickets and further details are available on the official festival website.
Author Summary
Download Festival 2026 unites rock legends and modern icons for an unforgettable lineup at Donington Park, marking a milestone with Linkin Park’s new female lead vocalist.