Download Festival
The UK's premier rock festival returns to its legendary home at Donington Park for five days of heavy music. With 90+ artists announced for 2026, Download continues its tradition as the ultimate destination for rock and metal fans.
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The UK's premier rock festival returns to its legendary home at Donington Park for five days of heavy music. With 90+ artists announced for 2026, Download continues its tradition as the ultimate destination for rock and metal fans.
Download Festival returns in 2026, running 10-14 Jun at Leicestershire (Donington Park). With a capacity of around 111,000, it sits at the larger end of the UK festival calendar. It is set up to work for families, so all ages are welcome.
Expect a premier, legendary, heavy feel. Rock, Metal fans will feel right at home, with past lineups featuring Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, Linkin Park, Tom Morello, BABYMETAL, Pendulum.
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