AEG Presents has announced a major new festival is set to join the U.K.’s festival scene in summer 2026.
American Express Presents Roundhay Festival will take place from next year at Roundhay Park in Leeds, England, with the first headlining artist set to be announced imminently. The dates of the festival have not been confirmed at this time.
The festival will join AEG Presents’ existing footprint on the scene alongside BST Hyde Park and All Points East, both of which take place in London. Headliners at this year’s BST Hyde Park include Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Neil Young and Stevie Wonder, while RAYE and Chase & Status were among the headliners at All Points East.
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Roundhay Park is one of Europe’s largest city parks and spans over 700 acres of woodlands, lakes and fields in the north-east of the city. The venue has form for hosting large-scale music events with shows over the years by The Rolling Stones (1982), Genesis (1987), Madonna (1987), Michael Jackson (1988), U2 (1997). Ed Sheeran was the most recent artist to perform at the venue in 2019.
The Yorkshire city currently hosts a number of large-scale music events including Festival Republic’s Leeds Festival (sister event of Reading Festivals), new music-focused event Live at Leeds, and the city centre boasts the indoor 12,000-capacity First Direct Arena.
The programming of the festival will include headline performances as well as free midweek activities for the local community. Both BST Hyde Park and All Points East are held over multiple weekends throughout the summer. It is not yet confirmed on how many nights Roundhay Festival will be held.
Jim King, chief executive of AEG Presents U.K. and European Festivals, said: “Everyone at AEG is thrilled to announce the launch of the Roundhay Festival in Leeds. This landmark event gives us the opportunity to bring world-class artists and world-leading production to even more fans, while building on the park’s incredible musical legacy.
“Roundhay Park already holds an extraordinary place in music history, having hosted concerts from some of the biggest artists of all time and we cannot wait to add to that story.
“As with all our events, we are committed to delivering the very best in every aspect, from welcoming some of the greatest artists in the world, to creating an unforgettable fan experience, and upholding industry-leading sustainability standards. We are determined to bring value to the park, the city, and the wider region. By working closely with local people and businesses, we aim to create a festival that everyone in Leeds can be proud of.”
