FORWARDS 2026
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FORWARDS is excited to reveal the first wave of artists announced for 2026.
Pre sale tickets go live at 10am on Tuesday 17th March, sign-up via forwardsbristol.co.uk. General sale tickets go live to non sign-ups at 10am Wednesday 18th March.
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Closing out the summer on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, FORWARDS have unveiled a slate of co-headliners for 2026 weekender, welcoming to the festival for the first time TEMS, WET LEG and DIJON, with Tems and Dijon performing in Bristol for the first time. In addition Maribou State will make a special appearance at FORWARDS as they also perform for the first time.
These artistst will feature alongside major artists such as LITTLE SIMZ, SELF ESTEEM, and AMYL & THE SNIFFERS returning to FORWARDS to take centre stage now as headline acts.
The Saturday will play host to all female co-headliners, with Grammy Award-winning Nigerian star TEMS, whose soulful, globally resonant sound has made her one of the defining voices of contemporary R&B, alongside UK powerhouse SELF ESTEEM and indie trailblazers WET LEG, both renowned for their bold lyricism and electrifying live performances.
On Sunday co-headliners feature Mercury Prize-winning rapper and cultural force LITTLE SIMZ, whose artistry continues to redefine British hip-hop, alongside the explosive Australian punk band AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS and acclaimed American singer-songwriter DIJON.
Built for the full weekend, FORWARDS 2026 music line up crosses genres and offers standout moments from major international artists across both days, making the festival a two-day bank holiday celebration of music and culture not to be missed. The festival also features a talks programme, local food and a wide ranging kids area.
Pre sale tickets go live at 10am on Tuesday 17th March, sign-up via forwardsbristol.co.uk. General sale tickets go live to non sign-ups at 10am Wednesday 18th March.
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Closing out the summer on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 August, FORWARDS have unveiled a slate of co-headliners for 2026 weekender, welcoming to the festival for the first time TEMS, WET LEG and DIJON, with Tems and Dijon performing in Bristol for the first time. In addition Maribou State will make a special appearance at FORWARDS as they also perform for the first time.
These artistst will feature alongside major artists such as LITTLE SIMZ, SELF ESTEEM, and AMYL & THE SNIFFERS returning to FORWARDS to take centre stage now as headline acts.
The Saturday will play host to all female co-headliners, with Grammy Award-winning Nigerian star TEMS, whose soulful, globally resonant sound has made her one of the defining voices of contemporary R&B, alongside UK powerhouse SELF ESTEEM and indie trailblazers WET LEG, both renowned for their bold lyricism and electrifying live performances.
On Sunday co-headliners feature Mercury Prize-winning rapper and cultural force LITTLE SIMZ, whose artistry continues to redefine British hip-hop, alongside the explosive Australian punk band AMYL AND THE SNIFFERS and acclaimed American singer-songwriter DIJON.
Built for the full weekend, FORWARDS 2026 music line up crosses genres and offers standout moments from major international artists across both days, making the festival a two-day bank holiday celebration of music and culture not to be missed. The festival also features a talks programme, local food and a wide ranging kids area.
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Where is it happening?
Circular Rd, Clifton, Circular Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS9 1PG, Bristol, United Kingdom
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