Reading & Leeds 2026 Drops Phase 2 Lineup with 60 New Names

Reading & Leeds Festival has expanded its 2026 lineup with over 60 new names, alongside the launch of a brand-new dance-focused stage, The Warehouse, for this year’s edition taking place from 27th - 30th August, 2026. The major announcement adds further weight to an already stacked bill led by headliners Charli xcx, Chase & Status, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C. and RAYE.

Among the latest additions are Gunna, Loyle Carner, Declan McKenna and Maisie Peters, alongside rising and genre-spanning acts including Men I Trust, Viagra Boys, Holly Humberstone and Clara La San. The update continues to highlight the festival’s balance between global stars and emerging talent, with artists appearing across both Reading and Leeds sites.

A key highlight of the announcement is The Warehouse, a new purpose-built arena dedicated to electronic music. The stage will host major names including Skepta in special B2B sets, Hybrid Minds, Mall Grab, Hedex and Hamdi, signalling a significant expansion of the festival’s late-night and club-focused offering.

With tickets already on general sale, anticipation is building for one of the UK’s biggest festival weekends. From indie and pop to rap and electronic music, Reading & Leeds Festival 2026 is shaping up to deliver one of its most diverse and forward-thinking lineups to date.