The vibrant LIDO Festival has confirmed that Irish sensation CMAT will be one of the headline acts for its 2026 edition in London. Following the success of its debut, the innovative Victoria Park event returns with its unique format where headliners personally curate their day's lineup.
CMAT Takes the Stage in Victoria Park
CMAT is set to headline LIDO Festival on Friday, 12 June 2026 at Victoria Park in London. This announcement comes just weeks after the festival revealed Maribou State as its first 2026 headliner.
The Irish singer-songwriter, who graced the cover of Time Out, has enjoyed a remarkable year. Her track 'Take a Sexy Picture of Me' went viral on TikTok, propelling her into the spotlight, and a standout performance on the Glastonbury Pyramid Stage further cemented her success ahead of her new album 'Euro-Country' release in September.
Ticket Information and Presale Details
For those eager to attend, the general sale for tickets begins on Thursday, 13 November at 10am via Ticketmaster. A presale for those who registered before midnight on 11 November started on 12 November at 10am and will run until the general sale begins.
Ticket prices offer options for every budget:
- Standard entry starts at £59.95 (plus booking fee)
- VIP garden and front pit access tickets can cost up to £199.95 (plus booking fee)
The Full CMAT-Curated Lineup
Staying true to the LIDO concept, CMAT has handpicked a stellar roster of indie icons to join her on Friday, 12 June. The artists set to perform include:
- Father John Misty
- Sharon Von Etten & the Attachment Theory
- Beverly Glenn-Copeland & Elizabeth Copeland
- Getdown Services
- Jacqui Macshee’s Pentangle
- Katy J Pearson
- Junior Brother
- Zakia (DJ)
The festival continues on Saturday, 20 July with headliners Maribou State, who will be joined by Kelis, Folamour, and Theo Parrish b2b Moodyman, among others.
LIDO's experimental model, which gives headliners creative control, proved a huge success in its inaugural 2025 season, featuring an all-star lineup that included Jamie xx and the summer-defining Charli xcx.
London's 2026 Festival Scene Heats Up
CMAT's LIDO headline spot is part of a bustling 2026 London festival calendar. Other major announcements include Little Simz headlining Cross the Tracks, Lily Allen and Scissor Sisters at Mighty Hoopla, and Lewis Capaldi topping the bill at BST Hyde Park. All Points East will feature Tyler, the Creator and Deftones as headliners, with supports from Idles, Baby Keem, and JPEGMAFIA.
With its unique artist-curated days and a rapidly growing reputation, LIDO Festival 2026 is poised to be a standout event in the capital's summer music scene.
