Download Festival 2026 Lineup Announced
The 2026 Download Festival at Donington Park unveils a star-studded lineup featuring over 90 confirmed bands. The event highlights legendary rock and nu metal acts alongside a diverse range of artists.
Headline Acts
- Limp Bizkit – Headlining Friday, marking their first-ever headlining slot at Download and any major UK festival, after previously pulling out of the inaugural 2003 Download.
- Guns N' Roses – Returning to Download for the first time since 2018, featuring original members Slash and Duff McKagan.
- Linkin Park – Headlining Sunday, adding to the festival's high-profile closing night.
Key Supporting Acts
- Metalcore and Heavy Metal: Architects, Bad Omens, Electric Callboy, Ice Nine Kills, Trivium, Babymetal, Mastodon, and the Cavalera brothers.
- Arena Rock Highlights: Halestorm and The Pretty Reckless.
- Special Appearances: Hip hop pioneers Cypress Hill make their Download debut, while Feeder and The All-American Rejects return after 21 and 20 years, respectively.
Historical Notes
"Limp Bizkit's confirmation as Friday night headliners marks a historic moment for the nu metal legends: having been booked to headline the first ever Download in 2003, the band pulled out, and while they've appeared at the festival multiple times since, 2026 will be their first time ever headlining Download, and indeed headlining a major festival in the UK."
"Guns N' Roses return to Download for the first time since 2018 and the second time since Slash and Duff McKagan returned to the band."
Full Artist List
The complete roster includes a wide mix of bands covering various rock and metal subgenres, promising an electrifying festival experience for fans.
Author's summary: Download Festival 2026 announces a remarkable lineup with iconic headliners Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, and Linkin Park, alongside a broad array of rock and metal acts for an unforgettable event.
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