We Out Here Festival 2026 - 2nd Wave Of Artists Announced
We Out Here Festival has unveiled its second wave of artists for the 2026 edition, and it reads like a love letter to the scenes and communities that have shaped the festival since day one.
Returning to the lineup is iconic jazz saxophonist Gary Bartz, who headlined the very first We Out Here, joined by south London Mercury Prize nominated singer songwriter Joy Crookes, MOBO winning composer and saxophonist Shabaka, legendary jazz rap trio Digable Planets and UK hip hop voice Kofi Stone.
One of the most special announcements is Dave Okumu Presents ‘DVTN: A Prayer For D’Angelo’, a one off live tribute to the late neo soul icon, led by the revered musician and a close knit circle of collaborators. It is exactly the kind of commissioned moment We Out Here has become known for.
The DJ lineup continues to underline the festival’s depth and range, with sets confirmed from Calibre, Coco Maria, Jamz Supernova, Kenny Dope, Mr Scruff, Nightmares On Wax, Wookie and dub heavyweights Iration Steppas, among many others.
Live performances announced today include boundary pushing New York producer James K, Hackney poet rapper John Glacier, and electronic innovators including Blawan and Actress, sitting comfortably alongside jazz, soul and spoken word artists that reflect the festival’s wide open musical philosophy.
Curated by Gilles Peterson, We Out Here enters its seventh year following its biggest edition yet in 2025, its fifth consecutive sell out, with 2026 already on course to disappear fast. Set deep in the Dorset countryside, the festival remains a rare space to fully switch off, offering world class sound, serious record collections, thoughtful food, family and wellness offerings, and a community first atmosphere that keeps people coming back.
More artists, radio stage details and specially commissioned performances are still to come. Ticket prices increase on 8 February at midnight, with passes available now via the We Out Here website.
