Boomtown has signed up Kneecap, Scissor Sisters, Ashnikko and more for 2026's festival

Boomtown has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 edition, marking the most diverse line-up in the festival's history under the theme 'Chapter 5: Radical Redesign'.

Scheduled to take place from 12th to 16th August 2026 at Matterley Estate, Hampshire, the event has announced Kneecap, Scissor Sisters, Ashnikko, Skrillex, Four Tet and Faithless. Plus, Scooter, Shaggy, Madness, Sampa the Great, Princess Nokia and Eve, among others.

Boomtown's Co-Founder, Luke Mitchell, commented on the festival's direction, stating, "Musically - While bass music has dominated in recent years and will always be at our core, we’re making a conscious move to keep Boomtown musically diverse and unpredictable. Expect more live bands and more cross-genre adventures. That’s where Boomtown began, and it’s what keeps us on the truest path forward."

The festival is also set to undergo significant changes in its layout, with plans to expand into new districts and major new stages. Public transport tickets will be available from 30th October, while festival entry tickets go on sale from 31st October through the festival's official website.