Lily Allen Confirmed as Final Headliner for Boardmasters 2026
Lily Allen has been officially announced as the final headliner for the 2026 edition of Boardmasters. The British pop icon is set to grace the stage at the Cornish festival, which runs from August 5–9, joining a premier lineup that already features electronic legend Fatboy Slim and indie giants Kasabian.
This appearance marks Allen’s long-awaited debut at the iconic music and surfing festival held at Newquay’s Watergate Bay. Fans will remember she was originally scheduled to headline in 2019; however, the event was famously canceled just hours before the gates opened due to severe weather warnings.
Following the release of her acclaimed fifth studio album, West End Girl, last October—which earned widespread praise from critics and listeners alike—the 40-year-old artist is preparing for a significant return to live performance after a seven-year hiatus.
Prior to her Cornish seaside debut, Allen will embark on an extensive international tour, hitting theaters and arenas throughout the U.K., Ireland, Europe, and North America. Her summer schedule also includes a highly anticipated set at London’s pop-centric Mighty Hoopla on May 30.
In addition to Allen’s announcement, Boardmasters organizers have expanded the bill with several exciting new names. This year’s BRITs’ Critics’ Choice winner, Jacob Alon, is confirmed to perform, along with the soulful Joy Crookes and rising pop sensation Rose Gray.
These new additions join an impressive roster previously announced last year, featuring the likes of Loyle Carner, The Kooks, Tash Sultana, and Alessi Rose. Other fresh names added to the 2026 program include Keo, Chloe Qisha, Lucy Spraggan, Radio Free Alice, Etta Marcus, Chartreuse, Charlotte Plank, and Sicaria. The complete lineup and stage breakdowns are available on the official Boardmasters website.
Tickets for the five-day event are available now. Adult weekend camping passes start at £279 ($384), plus booking fees and a mandatory litter bond. Various glamping and travel packages can be found here.
