Victorious Festival Announces Initial Line-Up for 2026
Victorious Festival has unveiled the first names for its 2026 edition, featuring prominent acts such as Richard Ashcroft, The Black Keys, and Kasabian.
Scheduled to take place in Portsmouth from August 28 to 30, 2026, this event is recognized as the UK’s largest metropolitan festival.
Headliners and Key Performances
On November 27, the festival organizers revealed the initial wave of artists. Richard Ashcroft is set to headline the main stage on Friday, August 28. This performance follows his recent role as the opening act for Oasis during their ‘Live ‘25’ reunion tour and the release of his new solo album, ‘Lovin’ You’.
The Black Keys will take the stage on Saturday, August 29, marking their first confirmed UK festival appearance of 2026. Their performance will celebrate the upcoming album ‘No Rain, No Flowers’.
Kasabian will close the festival on Sunday, August 30, returning to headline after their previous appearance in 2023. Fans can expect to hear classic hits such as ‘Club Foot’ and ‘Fire’, along with new material from their forthcoming album ‘ACT III’, set to release in spring 2026.
Additional Artists
Other notable acts scheduled to perform include the Scissor Sisters, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Primal Scream, Faithless, and Basement Jaxx, who will be performing with a full live band for the first time in a decade.
The Streets will perform their acclaimed album ‘A Grand Don’t Come for Free’ in its entirety. Bastille will also take the stage, having recently released their first new music in three years. Additionally, The Vaccines will celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album, ‘What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?’, at the festival.
New Additions to the Line-Up
Further artists confirmed for the festival include Rudimental, Dizzee Rascal, Sigrid, Jessie J, James Arthur, Vengaboys, Jalen Ngonda, Kelis, The Coral, Hard-Fi, Happy Mondays, Lottery Winners, Pixie Lott, Doves, Kate Nash, The Royston Club, and Cast, who also opened for Oasis alongside Ashcroft.
Andy Marsh, Lead Booker at Victorious, expressed excitement about the line-up, stating, “We are so proud of the lineup we’ve curated for 2026! From rock royalty to disco, funk, and dance, the bill spans every genre and promises an unforgettable experience for our audience.” He added that the team is dedicated to creating a unique weekend for attendees in Southsea.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the festival are currently on sale.
Recap of 2025 Edition
The 2025 edition featured performances from Kings Of Leon, Queens Of The Stone Age, and Vampire Weekend, among others. The festival also faced controversy when the Irish band The Mary Wallopers had their sound cut mid-set and their Palestinian flag removed, leading to widespread criticism and a boycott by several artists. In response, Victorious issued an apology and announced a donation to humanitarian relief efforts for the Palestinian people.
