Highways Festival returning to London’s Royal Albert Hall in 2026.
Highways Festival returns for its fourth instalment from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th May 2026, bringing three days of incredible Country and Americana music to one of the world’s most iconic stages.
Following the previously announced headliners Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce and Emmylou Harris, the newly revealed artists further expand the weekend’s program across the Auditorium, Songwriters Round, Official After Parties and Country for Kids.
New additions to the main Auditorium line-up include rising Nashville duo Tigirlily Gold, who will perform on Saturday 16th May alongside Carly Pearce and Corey Kent.
It’s now been announced that Randall King will no longer be performing at Highways Festival due to personal reasons.
However, the festival have now announced that opening the main auditorium on Friday will be a special Songwriters Round with Alyssa Bonagura, Bec O’Malley and Dave Lofts. Featuring acoustic performances and anecdotes from their experiences, this is one not to miss!
The festival’s popular Songwriters Round on Saturday afternoon also expands with newly announced host Ben Earle from Absolute Radio Country, joined by Jack Van Cleaf, Kaitlin Butts and Tigirlily Gold. Henry Grace will be replacing Bec O’Malley at the Songwriters round on Saturday.
Rattlesnake Johnny has been confirmed as DJ for the Official After Parties on both Friday and Saturday nights in the Elgar Room, and Sunday morning’s family-focused Country for Kids event also welcomes First Time Flyers, who will lead the interactive session.
Back to host the main auditorium is Baylen Leonard, the vibrant voice of Absolute Radio Country’s Americana and Roots show, The Front Porch. A two-time CMA International Broadcaster of the Year, Baylen will guide the festival through its musical journey, celebrating the vibrant world of country music.
Tickets are on sale now.
Jon Pardi said – “I am incredibly honored to have the opportunity to play Royal Albert Hall. London never disappoints and this show will be one for the books” – Jon Pardi
Carly Pearce said – “There are certain venues around the world that are truly iconic, and one of them is the Royal Albert Hall. The UK has become such a special place for me to share my music, and I’m so excited to cross off a bucket list moment by headlining one of the most legendary stages in the world at Highways in 2026.”
Emmylou Harris said –“The Royal Albert Hall is such a legendary venue. It holds a special place in my heart. I am thrilled to be returning to a stage that has hosted so many historic performances.”
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