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28 · 10 · 2025
Boomtown has unveiled a diverse line-up for 2026.
The beloved event has evolved from its roots in soundsystems to become increasingly varied, and next summer’s edition will take this to new heights. Titled Chapter 5: Radical Redesign, Boomtown 2026 will feature an incredibly eclectic booking policy.
Performers include the fiery Belfast rappers Kneecap, reunited pop favorites Scissor Sisters, ska icons Madness, and electronic expert Four Tet.
Faithless will grace the stage alongside pop artist Ashnikko, Groove Armada, Princess Nokia, Floating Points, Big Special, High Vis, and others.
Regarding the festival's new booking direction, Boomtown's Co-Founder Luke Mitchell states: “Musically – While bass music has dominated in the past few years and will always remain at our core, we’re intentionally shifting to ensure that Boomtown stays musically diverse and unpredictable. Expect more live bands and cross-genre explorations. That's how Boomtown started, and it’s our truest path going forward…”
With 50% of tickets already sold, it’s evident that fans are eager to join Boomtown on this journey. More than just a music festival, preparations are underway for new site developments that enhance the event’s immersive experience.
Describing Boomtown’s new vision and the reasoning behind these changes, Luke Mitchell remarks:
“Our 2026 event will reflect everything we cherish: elaborate film-set styles, intricate storylines, lively dancefloors, and a variety of music and art expressions. This time there will be more room to breathe—more nature, more woodlands, and more hidden spots throughout. Inspired by our environment, we are looking into how nature, science, and technology can collaborate to better our shared future. Fragmentation isn’t destruction; it’s transformation. By breaking away from the familiar, we discover novel ways of existing.”
Tickets are currently available.
Boomtown will take place from August 12th to 16th.
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