Alright, listen up – this is not a drill. City Splash just dropped the first wave of artists for 2026, and let me tell you… they’ve pulled out all the stops.
The legendary Beres Hammond – yes, THE Beres – is headlining, and if you’ve ever caught yourself swaying to “Rock Away” on a Sunday morning, you already know this is a full-circle moment.
Mark your calendar: Monday 25th May 2026, Brockwell Park, right in the heart of Brixton, London. Trust me, this is going to be a day for the history books.
Beres Back in Brixton
After 8 years away from the UK stage, Beres is back for an exclusive performance, and City Splash is giving him his flowers as he graces the main stage for his first-ever UK festival headline. From lovers rock to roots reggae, his voice has raised generations – and now, we get to see him live, outdoors, with vibes running high. If there’s ever been a time to bring your aunties, your bredrin, your mum, and your kids – it’s now.
A Lineup Drenched in Culture
But Beres isn’t rolling solo. The 2026 lineup is looking stacked:
- Gyptian is flying in with the sultry classics like “Hold You”
- Jada Kingdom is bringing that raw, sexy energy for her City Splash debut
- Queen Ifrica and The Congos will hold it down with deep roots and powerful messages
- Lutan Fyah, Juls, Jeleel!, Cristale, Wohdee, and even So Solid Crew’s Lisa Maffia, Romeo & Dandaman are all joining the celebration
And that’s just the first wave…
Soundsystem Culture in Full Effect
If you’re a raver, selector, or a skanking connoisseur, don’t even get me started on the soundsystem and DJ lineup:
- Channel One
- Rampage Sound
- Heartless Crew
- King Original (Footsie, Sir Spyro, Jah Model, Ras D)
- Supa D, Pioneer, Coldsteps & Terminal 4
- Saxon Sound, Robbo Ranx, Seani B, Ras Kwame, and Sir DJ Corey
…plus Black Dread, Dubwise Jamaica, Sisters In Dub, Triple M, and so many more.
The Biggest One Yet
Every year, City Splash has grown – and this will be their sixth edition, promising to be the biggest and boldest so far. With more artists still to be announced, you can already feel the energy building.
City Splash 2026
Brockwell Park, London
Monday 25th May 2026
1pm – 10:30pm
From £29.50 + booking fee
More artists TBA in the New Year
Book Now via www.city-splash.com
Image via City Splash / Luke Dyson
