The Great Escape Festival Adds 100+ More Artists

Prepare for a 4-day musical extravaganza as Brighton’s The Great Escape Festival levels up for its 20th anniversary, dropping 100+ fresh names onto an already buzzing 2026 bill.

Expect serious bangers from the likes of alternative rockers ARXX, the genre-bending Bimini, hyper-pop princess Chase Icon, electronic experts PVA and indie-rockers The Skinner Brothers.

There’s an exciting new perk as TGE Wristband Rewards offers city-wide deals whilst you venue-hop across over 35 spots at a walkable distance from each other.

The Great Escape Festival takes place across Brighton from 13- 16 May 2026, buy your tickets now at greatescapefestival.com

Words by Georgina Garness