Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 reveals massive new artist lineup and stage | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIndependent StaffFriday 27 March 2026 15:33 GMTRelated: Loyle Carner is 'f****** nervous' ahead of Glastonbury performanceThe second wave of artists has been announced for the 2026 Reading & Leeds Festival, adding over 60 new names to the bill.Notable additions include Gunna (Reading only), Loyle Carner (Reading only), Declan McKenna, Maisie Peters, James Marriott, and The Lathums (Leeds only).These new acts join previously announced headliners such as Charli XCX, Chase & Status, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C., and RAYE.A new stage, 'The Warehouse,' dedicated to dance music, has been launched, featuring artists like Hybrid Minds, Skepta, and Mall Grab (Reading only).Tickets for the festival are currently on general sale for both the Reading and Leeds locations.Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in