Violet Grohl, Cruz Beckham Set for Reading and Leeds Festival Debut
Reading and Leeds have revealed a fresh round of acts for their 2026 editions. The update brings several first-time festival performers and new stage additions.
Notable new additions
Both Violet Grohl and Cruz Beckham are set for Reading and Leeds festival debuts. Violet, 19, is Dave Grohl’s daughter. Cruz, 21, will perform with his band The Breakers.
Violet is due to have released her debut album, Be Sweet to Me, before the festival. The announcement positions her among the rising names on the bill.
Other confirmed artists
- Declan McKenna
- Maisie Peters
- James Marriott
- Arthur Hill
- Duke Dumont
- Kingfishr
- Slayyyter
- Julia Wolf
- Holly Humberstone
- Clara La San
- Paris Paloma
- Absolutely and Amma, siblings of RAYE
Site exclusives
Certain artists will appear only at Reading. These include Gunna, Loyle Carner, Men I Trust and Viagra Boys. The Lathums and The K’s are slated exclusively for Leeds.
The Warehouse: new dance stage
Organisers will introduce The Warehouse, a new purpose-built dance stage for 2026. It will feature upgraded sound and lighting to mimic a club environment.
Acts announced for The Warehouse include mixed bills and b2b sets. Reading bookings include Max Dean b2b Luke Dean, Skepta b2b Prospa, Rossi., Mall Grab, Omar +, Bou and Hybrid Minds.
Leeds will host Skepta b2b East End Dubs, Hedex and other electronic artists. The Warehouse aims to expand the festivals’ dance offering.
Headliners and build-up
Earlier headliners confirmed include Charli XCX, Chase and Status, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C. and RAYE. The new names add depth across genres.
Organisers say more artists will be added as line-ups evolve. The festivals are being promoted as one of the biggest editions yet.
Ticket information
For ticket details and updates, visit Filmogaz.com. Fans should check the site regularly for further announcements.
