Pepsi MAX presents Reading & Leeds Festival has dropped a major second wave of artists for its 2026 edition, adding over 60 new names to an already stacked line-up for the August Bank Holiday weekend.
Joining previously announced headliners Charli XCX, Chase & Status, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C. and RAYE, the latest announcement brings even more star power across hip-hop, indie, pop and electronic music.
Massive Line-Up Expansion for 2026
Among the biggest additions are Gunna (Reading only), Loyle Carner (Reading only), Declan McKenna, Maisie Peters, and James Marriott. Fans can also expect standout performances from Men I Trust (Reading only), Viagra Boys (Reading only), The Lathums (Leeds only), Duke Dumont, Holly Humberstone, and Paris Paloma.
Speaking on his return, Gunna said:
“London is like a second home, I’m excited to be coming back to play in the UK again this year for Reading.”
The announcement continues to highlight Reading & Leeds’ reputation as one of the UK’s most diverse and forward-thinking festivals.
Introducing The Warehouse: A New Dance Music Stage
A major addition for 2026 is The Warehouse, a brand-new, purpose-built stage dedicated entirely to dance music. Designed to deliver a fully immersive club experience, the space will feature cutting-edge sound systems and state-of-the-art lighting.
The Warehouse line-up includes:
- Max Dean b2b Luke Dean (Reading only)
- Hybrid Minds
- Skepta b2b Prospa (Reading) / Skepta b2b East End Dubs (Leeds)
- Rossi.
- Mall Grab
- Hedex
- Silva Bumpa
- Sota
- Hamdi
- Notion
…and many more across both sites.
This new addition signals a major push into electronic music, giving festival-goers a dedicated space for late-night energy and club culture.
Even More Artists Across the Weekend
Beyond the headline additions and dance stage, the 2026 festival will feature a wide mix of emerging and established acts including:
- Niko B
- YT
- Bassvictim
- bar italia
- Clementine Douglas
- Jane Remover (Reading only)
- The Lilacs (Leeds only)
- Gurriers (Leeds only)
- Seb Lowe (Reading only)
- Cruz Beckham and The Breakers
- Violet Grohl
…and dozens more, showcasing everything from indie and alternative to rap, punk and experimental sounds.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets for Reading & Leeds Festival 2026 are on sale now: www.readingfestival.com & www.leedsfestival.com
