Reading & Leeds Festival 2026: Charli XCX, Dave, and Fontaines D.C. Set to Headline

      A major announcement has been made...

      01 · 12 · 2025

      The first artists for the Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 have been revealed.

      This massive dual-site festival is set to return next summer, and with the Advent season here, Reading & Leeds have chosen to treat fans by disclosing the initial names on the 2026 lineup.

      The headliners have been announced, and there are some big names attending. Charli XCX will be leading the bill at Reading & Leeds, joined by the dynamic British rapper Dave, and BRIT award-winning artist RAYE.

      The Irish group Fontaines D.C. will also headline, along with Florence + The Machine and DNB powerhouse Chase & Status.

      This is a significant announcement, and as Glastonbury takes a break in 2026 to allow the site to recuperate, the Reading & Leeds Festival will be the largest outdoor music event of the summer.

      Additionally, it was revealed today that performances will include Skepta, pop icon JADE, Northern Irish innovators Kneecap, Role Model, emerging pop artist Sombr, the rising band Geese, and up-and-coming UK talent Keo.

      There is still plenty more to be unveiled.

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      Full ticket information:

      The 48-hour PayPal presale begins at 9 AM on Monday, December 1. The 24-hour Festival presale starts at 9 AM on Tuesday, December 2. Sign up for access at www.readingfestival.com / www.leedsfestival.com. General ticket sales will commence at 12 PM on Wednesday, December 3 at www.readingfestival.com / www.leedsfestival.com.

      Reading & Leeds Festival will take place from August 27th to 30th.

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