Festival News: Download Festival 2026 Unleashes Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, and Linkin Park as UK Exclusive Headliners — When The Horn Blows

Download Festival 2026 Announces Major Headliners

Download Festival 2026, scheduled from June 10th to 14th at Donington Park, has revealed a monumental lineup that celebrates the golden era of alternative rock. The event will feature Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, and the newly reformed Linkin Park as exclusive UK headliners.

Limp Bizkit Secures First Headlining Spot

Nu-metal pioneers Limp Bizkit will take the Friday night headline for the first time, fulfilling a long-awaited moment for their devoted 'Download Family.'

Guns N' Roses Returns for Third Donington Headline

Saturday will spotlight Guns N' Roses, with Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan leading the band in their third headlining performance at Donington Park.

Linkin Park Closes Festival with New Vocalist

The festival finale will showcase Linkin Park, returning to headline with their new vocalist Emily Armstrong. This marks the band’s first festival closing slot, cementing their influential status in modern rock.

Broad Lineup Spanning Generations

Besides the headliners, over 90 acts will perform, representing a diverse range of heavy music across multiple generations.

Download Festival 2026 Unleashes Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, and Linkin Park as UK Exclusive Headliners

Author's summary: Download Festival 2026 headlines Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, and Linkin Park exclusively in the UK, delivering a celebrated return to alternative rock at Donington Park.

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When The Horn Blows When The Horn Blows — 2025-11-04

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