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Download Festival Announcement: New Wave of Bands Revealed for 2026

What Happened

Download Festival has announced a new wave of bands for its 2026 lineup, adding 14 new artists to the roster. The festival will take place at Donington Park from June 10th to June 14th, 2026. Notable additions include A DAY TO REMEMBER, THE PRIMALS, DAUGHTRY, CREEPER, and HOT MILK, among others.

Why It Matters

This announcement is significant as it enhances the already impressive lineup that features headliners such as LIMP BIZKIT, GUNS N’ ROSES, and LINKIN PARK. Download Festival’s Kamran Haq expressed pride in the diversity and depth of this year’s lineup, highlighting the inclusion of THE PRIMALS, who will perform outside of Asia for the first time. Additionally, DECESSUS, a band led by current Miss World Chile Ignacia Fernández, will also perform, showcasing her unexpected talent in death metal.

What’s Next

With the new lineup additions, day tickets for the festival are now on sale. A 48-hour exclusive presale for PayPal users began today at 10 AM, with general sales set to follow on February 25th at 10 AM. Fans can look forward to more surprises as the festival approaches.

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