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Hampton Court Palace Festival 2026: A night-by-night journey through music in a royal setting
Hampton Court Palace Festival 2026 highlights
As the sun sets behind the red-brick towers of Hampton Court Palace, one of Britain’s most distinctive live music events returns for another unforgettable summer.
Now in its 31st year, Hampton Court Palace Festival once again transforms the historic Tudor courtyard into an intimate concert venue where world-class artists perform before just 3,000 guests each night.
With audiences invited to explore the East Front Gardens after hours, enjoy luxury picnics on the palace grounds and experience live music against the backdrop of Henry VIII’s former residence, the festival remains one of the most unique events on the UK’s cultural calendar.
This year promises another remarkable line-up spanning pop, rock, punk, disco, classical crossover and dance music. We’ll be updating this feature throughout the festival with highlights, photography and memorable moments from each night’s performance.
A Festival Like No Other
Few music events can match the atmosphere of Hampton Court Palace Festival. Produced in partnership with Historic Royal Palaces, the independent charity that cares for Hampton Court Palace, the event offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience legendary artists within one of Britain’s most historic settings.
With attendance limited to just 3,000 people each evening, every performance feels personal, creating an intimacy rarely found at major summer concerts. Whether enjoying a luxury picnic in the gardens before the show or watching world-class performers beneath the palace’s centuries-old architecture, festival-goers are part of an experience that blends history, culture and live music in truly unique fashion.
This feature will continue to be updated throughout Hampton Court Palace Festival 2026 as each night’s performances unfold.
2026 Line-up
| Date | Artist | Prices From |
| Wednesday 10 June | David Gray | £75.00 |
| Thursday 11 June | David Gray | £75.00 |
| Friday 12 June | OMD | £65.00 |
| Saturday 13 June | Pete Tong Ibiza Classics | £85.00 |
| Tuesday 16 June | The Stranglers | £59.00 |
| Wednesday 17 June | Nile Rodgers & Chic | £85.00 |
| Thursday 18 June | Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton | £75.00 |
| Friday 19 June | Sophie Ellis-Bextor | £55.00 |
| Saturday 20 June | 80s Classical ft Special Guests | £65.00 |