Slam Dunk announces 2026 line-up featuring Knocked Loose, Boston Manor, and State Champs
The renowned independent rock festival, Slam Dunk, has recently revealed the complete line-up for its highly anticipated 2026 edition. The festival, which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year, is set to take place at Hatfield Park in Hertfordshire on Saturday, May 23, and then move to Temple Newsam in Leeds on Sunday, May 24.
The initial line-up announcement featured big names like Good Charlotte and Sublime, with Good Charlotte set to headline as a European exclusive performance. Other artists included in the first announcement were President, Taking Back Sunday, Dashboard Confessional, Cancer Bats, and more. The excitement continues to build as over 20 new names have been added to the bill for 2026.
Among the newly added artists are hardcore heavyweights Knocked Loose, Baltimore’s Angel Du$t, emo veterans Bayside, and punk band Boston Manor. The line-up also boasts the presence of bands like A Loss For Words, Beauty School, Call Me Amour, and hardcore heroes Comeback Kid and Currents. Additionally, Dying Wish, Guilt Trip, Hands Like Houses, Madina Lake, Static Dress, and former NME Cover stars, Heriot, have also been added to the mix.
Slam Dunk Festival, which began as a one-day event in 2006 headlined by Fall Out Boy, has evolved over the years to become one of the biggest independent rock festivals in the UK. The festival has hosted performances from renowned artists such as Paramore, Panic! At The Disco, and Jimmy Eat World. With a history of delivering top-notch music experiences, the 2026 edition of the festival is expected to be its biggest and best yet.
In the words of the organizers, Slam Dunk Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, and the upcoming edition promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees. With a diverse and exciting line-up that caters to various music tastes, attendees can look forward to an electrifying weekend filled with incredible performances and memorable moments.
Tickets for Slam Dunk Festival 2026 are now available for purchase, and fans are encouraged to secure their spots for what is shaping up to be an unforgettable celebration of music and community. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this historic event and witness some of the biggest names in rock music come together for an epic weekend of music and fun.