Big Feastival has officially announced its 2026 headliners, confirming that Basement Jaxx, The Streets, and Bastille will top the bill at Alex James’ Farm next summer. Returning to the Cotswolds for the August Bank Holiday Weekend from 28 – 30 August 2026, the event is celebrating its 15th year by blending high-profile live music with its signature offering of award-winning chefs and culinary experiences. Camping and weekend tickets for the festival have been released and are on sale now.
A major highlight of the 2026 edition will take place on Saturday night, where British music icon The Streets will take the spotlight for a special performance. Frontman Mike Skinner is set to perform the era-defining album ‘A Grand Don’t Come for Free’ in full. The 2004 chart-topping record produced hits such as “Fit But You Know It”, “Blinded by the Lights”, and “Dry Your Eyes”. With a legacy that has shaped a generation of British artists, Skinner’s performance promises to bring the energetic and sharp delivery that has earned him multiple BRIT nominations and platinum records.
The weekend’s musical entertainment will kick off in electrifying style on Friday with Basement Jaxx. As one of dance music’s most celebrated acts, the duo are renowned for their genre-defying mix of house, big beat, and electronic pop. Attendees can expect to hear global anthems including “Rendez-Vu”, “Romeo”, and “Where’s Your Head At”. With seven acclaimed albums and a host of BRIT and GRAMMY Awards to their name, they are set to bring their trademark fusion of club culture and festival spectacle to the main stage.
Closing the festival on Sunday, indie pop favourites Bastille will deliver an epic finale to the bank holiday weekend. Since forming in 2010, the band has built a formidable catalogue of hits, from their debut number one album ‘Bad Blood’ to the global smash “Pompeii”. Fifteen years into their career, and with over 11 million records sold worldwide, they continue to captivate audiences with live energy and singalong choruses, making them the perfect choice to close out the event.
Host Alex James expressed his excitement for the upcoming milestone year: “I’m delighted to welcome everyone back to the farm for the 15th year of Big Feastival and to confirm our three outstanding headliners. Big Feastival brings the very best music, food, and family entertainment together across the August Bank Holiday weekend. Our 2026 edition promises to be the best yet – the perfect way to bring the Summer Holidays to a grandstand finale.”
Event Director Heather Garrett added that the team has been working hard to ensure the 15th anniversary launches with a bang. “Big Feastival’s 2026 line-up is going to be our very best yet,” she said. “We always strive to develop the event — whether it be brilliant music moments, foodie feasts, or fantastic comedy, theatre, or kids’ shows, there will be something for the whole family to enjoy. We have so many exciting things planned, and we can’t wait to reveal more in the coming weeks.”
Beyond the main stage music, Big Feastival will once again provide a full programme of entertainment for all ages. Renowned chefs will take to the Big Kitchen stage, while families can enjoy entertainment from morning till night. For the grownups, the festival will feature an all-star mix of podcasts, comedy, and late-night sets from superstar DJs in the legendary Cheese Hub and The Outpost.
Further announcements regarding the culinary line-up and additional entertainment are expected in the coming weeks. For the full programme so far and to secure tickets, fans can visit the official website at bigfeastival.com.
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