The 2026 Reading and Leeds Festivals announce all-British and Irish headliners for the first time in 25 years.

The Reading and Leeds Festivals have announced six headliners for 2026: Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE, Fontaines D.C., Florence + The Machine, and Chase & Status. For the first time in 25 years, the headline slots feature only British and Irish artists. The festivals run August 27–30 at Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds, with Leeds opening its Main Stage Thursday with Kasabian. Additional performers include Skepta, Sombr., Jade, Kneecap, and Geese, with more acts to be revealed.