BBC announces Friday lineup for Big Weekend 2026

The BBC has revealed the artist lineup for Friday, May 22, 2026, at its Big Weekend event. The schedule features performances across three stages, highlighting established acts and emerging talents. Headliners include Fatboy Slim on the Main Stage.

The lineup for the first day of BBC's Big Weekend on Friday, May 22, 2026, spans multiple stages with a mix of genres from electronic to new music discoveries.

On the Main Stage, the performances begin with Clementine Douglas, followed by FISHER, Sonny Fodera, and closing with Fatboy Slim. This stage promises high-energy sets from prominent DJs and producers in the dance music scene.

The New Music Stage will host a back-to-back set by Ahadadream and Arthi, alongside solo acts such as horsegiirL, L.P. Rhythm, Ewan McVicar, NOTION, and Marlon Hoffstadt. These artists represent fresh voices in electronic and alternative sounds.

Meanwhile, the BBC Introducing Stage focuses on up-and-coming talent, featuring Jaguar, Max Jones, Anish Kumar, Mia Lily, Niamh, Ellie Scougall, and Sorley. This platform supports emerging musicians from the BBC's Introducing network.

The full schedule details the order of appearances on each stage, providing a structured day of live music. No further information on timings or additional days was included in the announcement.

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