When it comes to catering for all the flavours of rock fan, Download Festival certainly has it down. Returning to Donington race track for the 2026 edition of the legendary music festival, the event felt even more diverse, even more exciting and just as special as ever. With a bit of an arena rejig, now featuring a food stage and an increase in size of the main stage ‘Apex’, which is now one of the biggest rock stages in the UK.

The hallowed grounds of Donington Park are calling! Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a first-timer gearing up for your initial rock pilgrimage, navigating the UK's premier rock and metal week requires a bit of prep. As the definitive centerpiece of the UK's heavy music calendar, it brings a packed, multi-day lineup across the historic motorsport circuit.

Following the record-breaking sell-out of all weekend camping tickets, Download Festival is thrilled to reveal the 2026 line-up for District X, the festival’s legendary late-night entertainment hub. From Wednesday 10 June to Sunday 14 June, District X will transform into the ultimate playground for the Download family, featuring an eclectic mix of live music, DJ sets, comedy, and high-octane alternative entertainment.

Download Festival is proud to unveil the full daily schedules for its 2026 edition. Alongside the highly anticipated day splits, the festival has confirmed 14 massive new additions to the bill, including goth-rock visionaries Creeper, sludge-metal powerhouses Conjurer, and the legendary A Day To Remember.

The UK’s premier rock and metal event, Download Festival, will make its epic return to Donington Park from Wednesday 10 June to Sunday 14 June 2026. Following a monumental 2025 edition, Download 2026 promises to deliver another unforgettable five days of world-class live music, community spirit, and full-throttle festival energy.