Radio 1’s Big Weekend - 2026: Kehlani

Opening the New Music Stage, the Derby singer brings her stirring alt-pop to Sunderland.

One of UK dance music's most sought-after singers opens the Main Stage.

Feel-good, poignant pop from the Mercury-nominated Irish sensation.

Two of UK dance music's most exciting names join forces, closing the New Music Stage.

The beloved Irish star brings a soaring, hit-filled set to the Main Stage.

Opening the Main Stage, the 'Love Me Like You Do' singer plays a hit-filled set.

Soulful gothic-pop from the fast-rising Essex singer-songwriter.

The star Scottish DJ and Tell Me Something Good creator takes to the New Music Stage.

Figureheads for the British jazz explosion, the Mercury-winners close the New Music Stage.

Fatboy Slim kicks off the festival as Friday night’s Main Stage headliner.

Bucket hats on! A show-stopping set by one of dance music's reigning champions.

The BRIT-winning girl group bring their sparkling R&B gems to Sunderland.

Co-signed by Olivia Rodrigo, the breakout Irish indie-rockers come to Sunderland.

Hot off releasing her acclaimed LP Cruel World, the beloved pop star takes to the stage.

A moving, life-affirming headline set from the acclaimed pop experimentalist.

One of UK R&B's leading lights brings the party to Sunderland.