Rock 'n' roll on next summer – park will host world-class music festival

A huge new music festival will take place in Roundhay Park.

- by Nicola Adam

The American Express presents Roundhay Festival will debut in June 2026. Organisers AEG Presents, who also run London's flagship festival BST Hyde Park, promise to bring premium festival experiences, next-level production and world-class performances to Leeds.

It comes after plans to make Roundhay Park one of the UK's biggest outdoor venues were approved, increasing the the capacity of the park from 19,000 to 69,999 for no more than two weekends of events.

Roundhay Park is steeped in music history, having hosted legendary performances from the likes of Madonna, the Rolling Stones and, more recently, Ed Sheeran. Next year it will host live music from some of the world's biggest stars, as well as a midweek programme of free activities. The first headliner will be announced very soon.

Launched in collaboration with Leeds City Council, Roundhay Festival will deliver substantial benefits to the local area, including increased economic activity.

Following the success of organiser AEG's other festivals, Roundhay will engage local suppliers, employ local staff, and boost spending on accommodation, food and entertainment.