The Great Escape Adds Yet More To An Already Stacked 2026 lineup

Kieran Webber

Director and Founder of CLUNK Magazine, CLUNK Events, and other CLUNK affiliate businesses. You’ll probably find me tucked away somewhere sending emails, listening to music, and creating content.

Brighton’s The Great Escape comes through with yet even more exciting news with the addition of 100+ more artists to the lineup

In a near impossible feat The Great Escape has somehow made their lineup even more epic. Across the four days you will be treated to some of the worlds best emerging and established talent. Such as grunge outfit Keo, Indie stalwarts The Lottery Winners, and literally 100’s more. It’s safe to say that The Great Escape is going big for their 20th anniversary.

Within this announcement artists such as UK drag artist and pop provocateur Bimini, Nottingham based post-punk outfit Do Nothing, and Birmingham heavy hitters Gans have been unveiled. Not to mention Irish/Cornish indie outfit Girl in the Year Above and Swedish indie-pop band Girl Scout showcase fresh indie sounds, while Cambridge shoegaze duo The Healing Power of Horses and Glasgow’s soulful singer-songwriter Kerr Mercer add further depth. North London talents Lauren Duffus and Madmadmad represent the capital’s thriving electronic scene, joined by London based indie artist Max Winter and Bristol post-punk newcomers My First Time. Soulful R&B comes courtesy of Nectar Woode, while electronic trio PVA and Norwegian dream-pop artist Sassy 009 continue the genre-spanning momentum.

New for 2026, The Great Escape introduces TGE Wristband Rewards, giving festivalgoers even more to explore across Brighton beyond the music. In partnership with a range of local businesses, wristband holders will be able to unlock exclusive perks throughout the festival, including discounts and special offers such as 10% off purchases or complimentary items with in-store spend. Participating venues include Shelter Hall, Helm Gallery, Stanley Road Department Store, Chilli Pickle, Beach Box Spa and Family Store, with more to be announced. Full details on all available rewards will be accessible via the official TGE app, offering fans a seamless way to make the most of their festival experience both on and off stage.