Primavera Sound Barcelona has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring headliners The Cure, Doja Cat, Gorillaz, and The xx for the festival's 24th edition. The event will take place at Barcelona's Parc del Fòrum from June 3-7, 2026, with organizers describing the artist selection as representing "the past, present and future of music." This marks the earliest lineup reveal in the festival's history, generating significant anticipation for the Spanish establishment's return.
The festival schedule includes an opening party on June 3, main events from June 4-6, and a dedicated electronic music showing on June 7 called Primavera Bits. After a year's hiatus, the Auditori Fòrum will also return as a performance venue, extending the festival beyond its open-air setting. More than 150 artists have been confirmed for the event, creating what organizers call an "unmistakable mosaic of sound" that draws international attention to Barcelona.
Additional notable performers include Massive Attack, making their festival debut, alongside My Bloody Valentine, Addison Rae, Mac DeMarco, PinkPantheress, Skrillex, and Peggy Gou. The lineup also features emerging and established acts such as Lola Young, Father John Misty, Ethel Cain, Bad Gyal, Big Thief, Wet Leg, Little Simz, Slowdive, Kneecap, Alex G, Dijon, and Blood Orange. The electronic-focused Primavera Bits event on June 7 will be led by Carl Cox, Joseph Capriati, BLOND:ISH, and Greta.
Ticket sales begin with a presale starting September 29th at 11 a.m. CEST, offering discounted rates for registered fans. General onsales commence September 30th at 11 a.m. CEST, with general tickets priced at €295 during presale (rising to €350 for general sale) and VIP tickets available for €545 plus booking fees. Revolut customers can access a €15 discount on tickets. The festival's Portuguese edition, Primavera Sound Porto, is expected to return June 11-13, 2026.
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