Music Barn Festival has officially announced its 2026 lineup, revealing its most ambitious year yet. Returning to the Northamptonshire countryside on Saturday 6th June 2026, the independent, intimate and proudly multi-genre festival continues to grow into its identity – bringing international legends, national trailblazers and an exceptional wave of local talent to one place.
At the top of the bill for 2026 are two genre-defining headliners:
- High Contrast, one of the most influential names in Drum & Bass, performing with Felon MC
- Todd Terry, house music icon and global pioneer whose sound shaped generations
They lead a stacked programme of artists spanning house, DnB, live music, hip hop, garage, techno and beyond – with standout names including Beans on Toast, Carly Wilford, P Money, Simula, Seb Fontaine, Too Many T’s, and the Now I’m Here – Queen Tribute.
Together, they showcase Music Barn’s signature blend of global meets local, major names meets grassroots spirit.
A festival built on collaboration, community and local pride
Collaboration has always been part of Music Barn’s DNA, and 2026 brings together some of the region’s most exciting event brands:
- Selecta (Kettering) – returning to host the Drum & Bass stage
- Fleckies (Northamptonshire) – once again leading the hidden Through the Hedge micro-venue
- House Proud (Peterborough) – back to curate the VIP experience
And new for 2026:
- Dance Till Dawn (Kettering) – joining the family to host the House Stage for the first time
These partnerships reflect Music Barn’s commitment to championing the region’s creative scene while building a festival that stands confidently on a national stage.
The festival is also proudly supported by Love Kettering, a CIC dedicated to celebrating and uplifting the local community. Music Barn values this partnership deeply and will be contributing part of its proceeds to support Love Kettering’s positive, community-focused initiatives – a way of giving back to the place the festival calls home.
Stepping into a new era
This year’s announcement isn’t just a lineup drop, it marks a new era for Music Barn. Backed by strong audience feedback and a renewed sense of identity, the team has doubled down on what sets the festival apart: independent spirit, big ambition, grassroots values and an unapologetically fun, immersive personality.
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Mark Robinson – Founder & Owner, Music Barn
“Last year was a turning point for us. The feedback, the atmosphere, the energy – it proved what we can be. 2026 is where we step into that fully. We’re independent, we’re ambitious, and we’re proud to bring huge names and grassroots artists together right here in Northamptonshire. This lineup is us saying: the Music Barn era has arrived.”
Ryan Clements – Music Barn Partner & Co-owner of Selecta
“Selecta started in Kettering, so seeing it grow onto a festival stage like this means everything. Hosting the DnB stage again feels special – especially with a name like High Contrast at the top. The local talent on this bill is unreal too. It really shows what our county can do.”
Reece Speechley – Founder of Dance Till Dawn
“We’re buzzing to bring Dance Till Dawn to Music Barn for the first time. The house stage is going to be something else. Todd Terry headlining is huge and pairing that with the next wave of artists, plus all the local connections, makes it even more exciting. This is a proper festival moment for Kettering and beyond.”
Event Details
Date: Saturday 6th June 2026
Location: Cranford, Northamptonshire
Tickets: On sale NOW: https://www.skiddle.com/festivals/the-music-barn-festival/#tickets
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