Palace Bowl Presents 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to London's Biggest Summer Music Series
- Desh Kapur
- 9 hours ago
- 2 min read
Palace Bowl Presents 2026: Your Ultimate Guide to London's Biggest Summer Music Series
Summer 2026 is set to be unforgettable as Palace Bowl Presents returns to the iconic Crystal Palace Bowl in London with an incredible programme of world-class artists, legendary performers and unique festival experiences.
Running from 31 July to 16 August 2026, the series brings together rock, pop, soul, gospel, Afrobeats, city pop and more, making it one of the UK's most diverse live music events of the summer. Whether you're planning a single night out or multiple visits, here's everything you need to know.
Palace Bowl Presents 2026 Line-up
Friday 31 July
Grace Jones
Featuring special guests:
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Soul II Soul
Sophie Grey
Saturday 1 August
Mahrajan Festival
Featuring:
Saint Levant
Dystinct
Sunday 2 August
Gospel Garden presents Kirk Franklin
Featuring:
Tasha Cobbs
Fred Hammond
Mercy Chinwo
Wednesday 5 August
Tom Jones
Special Guest:
Billy Ocean
Thursday 6 August
Gary Numan
Featuring:
Marc Almond
Ladytron
Friday 7 August
City Pop Waves presents Masayoshi Takanaka
Featuring:
Junko Yagami
Himiko Kikuchi
Ginger Root (DJ Set)
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 August
Roots Picnic
Thursday 13 August
Bastille & The Wombats
Friday 14 August
Davido & Friends
Saturday 15 August
Lenny Kravitz
Sunday 16 August
Jimmy Eat World
Special Guests:
Rise Against
The Get Up Kids
Jay Som
Many events also offer flexible payment plans at checkout, while selected shows have already sold out in certain ticket categories, so early booking is recommended.
Where to Buy Tickets
Purchase official tickets and view the latest availability at:
Why You Shouldn't Miss Palace Bowl Presents
Set within the stunning surroundings of Crystal Palace Bowl, the 2026 series brings together legendary icons, international stars and exciting emerging talent across more than two weeks of unforgettable live music.
From the timeless style of Grace Jones and Tom Jones to the rock anthems of Jimmy Eat World, the soul of Kirk Franklin, the infectious energy of Davido, and the long-awaited UK appearance from Japanese guitar legend Masayoshi Takanaka, there's something for every music fan.
Whether you're travelling across London or making a weekend of it, Palace Bowl Presents promises an unforgettable festival atmosphere in one of the capital's most unique outdoor venues.
Don't wait too long—many ticket categories are already selling fast, and several VIP and resident allocations have sold out for selected events. Secure your place today and experience one of London's must-see live music series of 2026.