Boardmasters has officially revealed its 2026 stage splits, adding a fresh wave of artists to the bill including Nia Archives, Sasha Keable, and Girls Don’t Sync. The legendary surf and music festival returns to Cornwall’s Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach from the 5th to the 9th of August 2026.
The major highlight of the latest announcement is Nia Archives, who will be joining the Saturday line-up ahead of Lily Allen’s headline performance. The jungle trailblazer will be bringing a brand new, never-before-seen live show to the Cornish cliffs, teasing fresh music following her critically acclaimed 2024 and 2025 releases.
Alongside Nia Archives, the festival has added a host of new names to flesh out the stage splits. Sasha Keable, Girls Don’t Sync, Cliffords, The Guest List, Jack Cullen, The North, and the Cornwall Rock Choir are all confirmed to appear across the weekend.
Fans looking to secure their spot at the edge of the world will need to act fast. Final tier tickets, including weekend camping, day tickets, and coach bundle options, are on general sale right now via the official Boardmasters website.
These new additions join an already stacked 2026 line-up. Fatboy Slim, Lily Allen, and Kasabian are set to headline, with highly anticipated sets scheduled from The Kooks, Loyle Carner, Rudimental, REN, Tash Sultana, and Joy Crookes. Other notable acts include The Darkness, Example, Tinie Tempah, and Goldie LIVE.
Nia Archives’ addition is a massive pull for electronic music fans. Often credited with defining jungle’s new wave, her “emotional junglism” sound has earned her three BRIT Award nominations, a Mercury Prize nod, and the first-ever dedicated electronic/dance MOBO Award.
Beyond the music, Boardmasters continues its rich tradition of coastal culture. Attendees can head to Fistral Beach for the WSL Men’s and Women’s Pro surf competitions and the Junior Open. The festival also offers sea-view yoga, immersive creative workshops, skate ramps, and comedy.
The elevated Cliff Top area will return to house street food vendors, craft bars, and alcohol-free options, alongside family programming and late-night performances. With multiple arenas and curated spaces now split across the weekend, festival-goers can finally start planning their Cornish summer getaway.
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