Boomtown Festival 2026 Unveils Diverse 40+ Act Lineup with Major Site Redesign in Hampshire

Boomtown Festival is set to return to Matterley Estate in Hampshire from August 12-16, 2026, featuring its most diverse lineup to date under the theme "Chapter 5: Radical Redesign." Headliners include Belfast rap trio Kneecap, New York glam-pop group Scissor Sisters, ska legends Madness, and electronic icons Skrillex, Four Tet, and Faithless, alongside over 40 other acts spanning genres such as drum and bass, hip-hop, UK garage, and live bands. The festival will also undergo significant site changes, expanding with new districts and major stage developments aimed at providing more space and enhancing the creative experience. Boomtown co-founder Luke Mitchell emphasized a move toward musical diversity and unpredictability, promising more live bands and cross-genre performances while maintaining bass music at the core. Tickets have already seen strong sales, with public transport and festival entry tickets going on sale in late October. Artists like Madness and Scissor Sisters expressed excitement about their return to Boomtown, highlighting the festival's spirit of creativity, connection, and celebration.