Boardmasters Festival has unveiled the initial lineup for its 2026 edition, set to take place from August 5 to 9 at Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach in Newquay, Cornwall. The announcement, made on November 25, 2025, features an impressive array of headliners and supporting acts.
Leading the bill are electronic music pioneer Fatboy Slim, renowned for hits like "Right Here, Right Now" and "Praise You," and rock band Kasabian, who are preparing to release their ninth album, "ACT III," in the spring of 2026. Indie favorites The Kooks and acclaimed rapper Loyle Carner are also set to headline. (nme.com)
The festival's diverse lineup includes artists such as Tash Sultana, The Darkness, Lambrini Girls, Florence Road, Tinie Tempah, Dizzee Rascal, Example, Alessi Rose, The Royston Club, Asha Banks, James Arthur, Pendulum, Rudimental, REN, and Gene Gallagher's band Villanelle. (nme.com)
Beyond the musical performances, Boardmasters offers a variety of activities, including surf lessons, cliff-jumping, coasteering, paddle-boarding, kayaking, snorkeling, and coastal adventures. Wellness packages featuring sound baths, spa access, sauna sessions, hot tubs, ice baths, yoga, cardio core classes, skate sessions, run clubs, jewelry and craft workshops, and more are also available. (nme.com)
Tickets for Boardmasters 2026 go on sale on Friday, November 28, at 10 am GMT, with pre-sale options starting on Thursday, November 27, at 10 am. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official Boardmasters website. (boardmasters.com)