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Forbidden Forest has officially kicked off its 10th birthday celebrations by revealing the first wave of acts for its milestone 2026 edition. Set to take place from 4th to 7th June at Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire, the boutique woodland festival is going bigger than ever, headlined by Michael Bibi, Pendulum (DJ Set), Hannah Laing, Chris Stussy, and Holy Priest.

Joining them are huge names across the house, drum & bass, garage and techno spectrum, including Sub Focus, MK, DJ EZ, Girls Don’t Sync, SHY FX, Dr Banana, Andy C & Tonn Piper, Hybrid Minds, Wilkinson, and East End Dubs. The phase one lineup features over 70 acts, promising an expansive weekend soundtracked by top-tier electronic talent.

In a UK-exclusive for 2026, Forbidden Forest will welcome the legendary Arcadia Spider stage — a colossal, fire-breathing 360° installation built from repurposed military hardware. Known for its explosive visuals, aerial performers and world-class sound, the Arcadia Spider will create an unforgettable centrepiece in the forest for one weekend only.

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Beyond the music, the festival is upping its game with the addition of the new Lakeside Retreat campsite, which offers swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and secret DJ sets for those after a premium experience. With immersive stage production, a forest fun fair, food village, bars and silent disco, Forbidden Forest is set to mark its tenth anniversary in truly spectacular style.

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Forbidden Forest 2026 Unveils Phase One Lineup Featuring Michael Bibi, Pendulum and Arcadia Spider.

After wrapping up a monumental 2025 edition just days ago, Forbidden Forest has wasted no time announcing its return in 2026. The beloved UK festival will once again take place at Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire from the 4th to the 7th of June, promising another immersive four-day celebration of underground music, natural surroundings, and cutting-edge production.

This year’s festival saw unforgettable performances from heavy-hitters like Skepta’s Mas Tiempo, Sub Focus, Andy C, Fisher, and Honeyluv, alongside crowd favourites including Wilkinson, Hot Since 82, Bou, Jamie Jones, and Skream & Benga. The lineup spanned house, techno, drum and bass, and everything in between, with a mix of icons, newcomers, and experimental selectors delivering across multiple forest stages.

The demand for 2025 was higher than ever, and with fans already eager for more, Forbidden Forest 2026 tickets go on sale this Friday at 10AM. Organisers are encouraging fans to sign up for the exclusive presale to avoid missing out, with early access expected to sell fast.

With the bar set even higher, and anticipation already building, Forbidden Forest 2026 is shaping up to be another unmissable chapter in the UK festival calendar.

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The festival returns to Belvoir Castle from the 4th - 7th of June following a massive 2025 edition with Skepta, Fisher and more.

Forbidden Forest 2025 has just unveiled their highly anticipated Phase 2 lineup, adding 16 more heavyweight names to an already stellar roster. Joining the likes of FISHER, CamelPhat, Skepta, and Gorgon City, the new additions promise to bring a diverse mix of electronic sounds to Belvoir Castle this May and June.

Drum and bass legend Andy C will return to the forest, bringing his signature high-energy set that has become a festival staple. Meanwhile, deep house sensation Chris Stussy makes his debut at Forbidden Forest after selling out London’s Roundhouse, and he’s ready to bring his infectious grooves to the stage.

Techno fans will also be treated to sets from Charlie Sparks and the one and only Marco Carola, a true pioneer of the genre, known for his impeccable three-deck mixing style. Additionally, rising stars like I Hate Models, Sam Divine, and Sota will take to the decks, ensuring an unforgettable experience for festival-goers.

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With tickets for day and 2-day camping already flying off the shelves, festival-goers are encouraged to act fast, as the 3-day and 4-day camping options, along with a limited number of weekend non-camping tickets, are still available. Forbidden Forest 2025 is shaping up to be a must-attend event for electronic music lovers.

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Andy C, Marco Carola, I Hate Models, and more join the already stacked Forbidden Forest 2025 lineup.

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