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First look at lineup for Bristol Harbour Festival 2026
The first artists for Bristol Harbour Festival 2026 have been confirmed and aim to shine a light on local talent and diverse music across the weekend.
Friday night on the Harbour View stage will feature Fedzilla, Sam and The Womp and Bristol’s Dr Meaker, delivering a mix of hip hop, funk, drum and bass and live instrumentation.
Saturday’s Main Stage, in partnership with This Is Now Agency, will celebrate the city’s music diversity, with half of performers people of colour.
Highlights include RED, Ngaio, K.O.G, Too Many T’s and Funke and the Two Tone Baby.
A new pop-up stage at the Cascade Steps has also been added to the free festival which will also see the return of a silent disco at Thekla.
“We want the programme to properly reflect what’s happening in Bristol right now,” said Noemi Antonelli, director at Swans Events and music programming lead for the festival.
Ngaio is set to bring her rich vocals and sharp lyricism to the Main Stage – photo: Plaster
Antonelli went on: “Working with venues, partners and This Is Now Agency means we’re collaborating with people who are deeply connected to the scene.
“The response to Made in Bristol – more than 300 artists getting in touch – says everything about how much talent there is here.
“Our job is to give that talent a serious stage.”
Green councillor for Southville Tony Dyer called the festival “a highlight of our cultural calendar”.
The leader of Bristol City Council said: “This first wave of artists announced for the festival reflects the strength and diversity of Bristol’s music scene, from established names to emerging local talent.
“We’re proud to support a festival that provides a vital platform for artists and attracts visitors to the city.”
Bristol Harbour Festival is organised by Proud Events and Swans Events in partnership with Bristol City Council and Bristol BID and takes place on July 17-19.
To keep up to date with the latest news, visit www.bristolharbourfestival.co.uk
Main photo: Bristol Harbour Festival
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