Primavera Sound 2026 has officially arrived and it’s already shaping up to be one of the festival’s most exciting editions to date. Blending legendary icons with boundary pushing modern stars, this year’s lineup feels like a love letter to music fans across generations.
The Cure return with their unmistakable emotional weight and timeless sound, while The xx promise those intimate, atmospheric moments that Primavera does so well. My Bloody Valentine’s presence alone is enough to send shoegaze fans into meltdown, and Massive Attack bring their dark, cinematic energy back to the festival stage.
On the contemporary front, Doja Cat continues her unstoppable global rise, joined by PinkPantheress, whose genre blurring pop feels tailor made for Barcelona nights. Gorillaz add their animated chaos and cross genre brilliance, while Skrillex and Peggy Gou are set to turn the festival into a late night dance haven.
Perhaps the most unexpected and intriguing booking is Addison Rae, signalling Primavera’s ongoing commitment to pushing pop culture forward and challenging what a festival headliner can be.
Primavera Sound 2026 isn’t just a lineup, it’s a statement. From introspective legends to future facing pop and electronic innovators, this is a festival built on discovery, nostalgia and moments that will live long after the final set ends.
