The Download 2026 line-up has officially been revealed, with Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses and Linkin Park confirmed to headline.
Returning once again to Donington Park in Leicestershire, the massively popular rock and music festival will take place from Wednesday, June 10, to Sunday, June 14 next year.
More than 90 acts have been confirmed to perform alongside headliners Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses and Linkin Park, with tickets now on sale.
In addition, the 23rd edition of the festival also will see acts including Bad Omens, Electric Callboy and Dogstar - Keanu Reeves’ band - perform across the weekend, with many more sets still to be announced.
So to give you just a taste of what is to come, here are 20 highlights from the full Download 2026 line-up so far.
9. Electric Callboy
German electronicore band are likely to be a highlight of Download 2026 for fans, with their appearance now confirmed. | Getty Images
10. Halestorm
Halestorm are set to tour the UK later this month, but fans of the American band can also catch them at Download next year. | Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Ima
11. Ice Nine Kills
American metal band Ice Nine Kills will bring their horror-heavy lyrics to next year's festival at Donington Park. | Getty Images
12. Baby Metal
Japanese heavy metal band Baby Metal are sure to get the crowds jumping at Download 2026 with their signature energetic performances. | AFP via Getty Images