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Pepsi MAX presents Parklife 2026 – Line-up deep dive
All the names you need to know playing Heaton Park this June: your weekend guide to the Parklife 2026 line-up
If you’re making the great pilgrimage to Manchester’s biggest weekend of music this summer, this one’s for you. Parklife festival returns to Heaton Park on 20 – 21 June 2026, with a jam-packed line-up that spans pop divas, legacy grime acts, D&B DJs and more. Headlining Parklife this year is chart-topping DJ Calvin Harris, alongside rapper Skepta, DJ/producer Sammy Virji, pop it-girl Zara Larsson, plus many more.
But with so much on offer, how do even begin to plan on who you’ll want to see? With this list of all the unmissable Parklife performers, of course.
The headliners
Calvin Harris
For the past 20 years, Scottish DJ and producer Calvin Harris has released some of pop and dance music’s biggest hits. From collaborations with Rihanna, Florence Welch, Dua Lipa, Kelis and Ellie Goulding; to touring across the globe, Calvin Harris is a chart-topping staple. Get ‘Ready For The Weekend’ and hear all his greatest hits in a love DJ set, as he soundtracks the biggest party in Manchester. And with such a star-studded discography, who knows? Maybe surprise appearances are on the horizon.
Sammy Virji
Known for blending UK Garage with soul, jazz and grime, Sammy Virji has emerged as one of the most sought-after DJs and producers from the UK. His collaborations span fellow headliner Skepta, as well as Chris Lake, Fred again.., and Giggs. After the release of his breakthrough track ‘If U Need It’ in 2023, Virji has gone on to headline Ally Pally, Boiler Room, and now Parklife 2026. This is a set you won’t want to miss.
Skepta
It’s hard to encapsulate all that Skepta is in music and pop culture. A Grime pioneer, a fashion icon, a DJ when he feels like it. And now, a Parklife 2026 headliner. Known to bring a host of BBK guests on stage with him, we wouldn’t be shocked if Skepta pulls even more surprises out of the bag at Heaton Park this summer.
The It Girls
Zara Larsson
A wise woman once said “summer isn’t over yet”, and that never-ending midnight sun has persisted ever since. As we firmly enter the Zara Larsson renaissance, it’s time to get your airbrushed crop tops and dolphin bag charms out, as the Swedish pop sensation takes the stage at Parklife in June.
Nia Archives
Contemporary jungle’s most prominent voice and producer, Nia Archives returns to Heaton Park this summer with a set that’s sure to be bigger than ever. With each return, the multifacted artist elevates her jungle sets with bigger production on bigger stages, breezing between DJing and live vocal performances. This is jungle like you’ve never experienced it before.
Chloé Caillet
NYC DJ, producer and multi-instrumentalist Chloé Caillet lands in Heaton Park this summer, bringing her genre-fluid brand of dance music to Parklife. Her sets are known to traverse her club culture background, elements of jazz, and “pure groove”. We’re sure her set will be unlike any other, as Caillet is definitely one to watch in the electronic music scene.
Clementine Douglas
Singer-songwriter Clementine Douglas has lent her distinct, emotive vocals to some of UK dance and electronic music’s most prominent DJs and producers. One of which is headliner Calvin Harris, as well as Sonny Fodera, Sub Focus, fellow Parklife performers Dimension, and so much more. Her ability to communicate happiness and uplifiting messages in her vocal performances adds a layer of joy to the electronic music she makes, making her upcoming Parklife set a guaranteed good time.
The party starters
Rudimental
Rudimental really needs no introduction, but for the uninitiated, they have been the premier D&B production team since the 2010s. With hits including ‘Feel The Love’, ‘Waiting All Night’, and ‘Krazy’, as well as collaborations across the board with Ed Sheeran, Anne-Marie, Jess Glynne and Digga D, Rudimental is a UK music mainstay. Fresh off the release of their fifth studio album, Rudim3ntal, in 2025, the D&B pros are ready to take the stage this summer.
Shy FX
A master of both D&B and jungle, London’s Shy FX has soundtracked festival stages, underground clubs, and his own headline shows since his breakthrough in the early 90s. See his distinct mix of reggae, D&B, jungle and hip hop at Heaton Park this June, as he unites junglists of all ages for his Parklife set.
4am Kru
Calling all ravers! London jungle production duo 4am Kru will be bringing their high-octane, masterfully chaotic brand of jungle to Parklife this summer. Since their debut in lockdown, Howie and Stu of 4am Kru have become an act to watch, releasing successful singles such as ‘Fire Is Our Friend’, ‘Just Saw Johnny’ and ‘High Time’. Hear all their biggest hits at Parklife in June (and if you can’t get enough, 4am Kru have a string of festival performances throughout the summer. You can follow them around?)
Kettama
Irish DJ and producer Kettama is known for his energetic, bass-heavy, underground-leaning house music. Since his the release of his breakout single ‘B O D Y’, he’s received nods of approval from fellow Parklife performer Mall Grab and Annie Mac, played Glastonbury, and is bringing his brand of dance music to Parklife 2026.
The unmissables
Chris Stussy
It feels like there is no Ibiza nightlife, no Boiler Room, no Creamfields or major international music festival, without Chris Stussy. The DJ and producer has been on a meteoric rise since his 2023 breakout single ‘All Night Long’. Now, with the release of his debut album, Lost, Found & Forgotten…, the reign of Chris Stussy is here to stay. Hear all his greatest hits, and newest ones too, when he DJs at Parklife this summer.
Armand Van Helden
If we’re talking electronic music legends, Armand Van Helden defintiely fits into that category. One half of the DJ duo Duck Sauce with A-Trak, Armand Van Helden has been releasing some of the most prominent tracks in dance music, including ‘Bonkers’ with Dizzee Rascal. Watch a master at work, as Armand Van Helden brings over three decades of experience to the DJ decks at Parklife.
Josh Baker
Fresh off a b3b (yes, three) with fellow Parklife DJs Prospa and KETTAMA, Josh Baker is heading to Heaton Park this summer with even more tricks up his sleeve. The 2024 DJ Mag Best of British award winner is known for his forward-thinking dance music inspired by 90s house and obscure samples – something sure to start the party at Parklife in June.
Dimension
Known for his frenetic drum & bass, Dimension returns to Parklife this year for his biggest set at the festival to date. Expect nothing less than the best from this D&B pro, as he takes you through his hits and upcoming tracks. Maybe even an unexpected b2b with another DJ on the line-up? Who knows!
The breakout stars
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Marlon Hoffstadt
Bringing techno, trance and “shameless fun” (Insomniac, 2025) to Parklife this summer, Marlon Hoffstadt (AKA DJ Daddy Trance) is one to watch. The Berlin DJ and producer hopes every set is characterised by “complete joy” and “complete letting go”, so prepare to feel all that and more at his set at Heaton Park.
The up-and-comers
ALISHA
Get ready for sultry basslines and minimalistic percussion when ALISHA takes to the decks. The DJ has been rapidly growing her fanbase, who’ve come to love her groovy take on contemporary UK house music. Get in on the ground-floor and watch her undoubtedly swift rise to the top – we’re sure she’ll be back on an even bigger stage at future Parklife festivals.
Olive F
Manchester-based DJ and producer Olive F took her love of record collecting and summers in Ibiza, and turned it into a refreshingly groove-led sound. Think disco for the 2020s, future classics, and a feel-good time all wrapped in one smooth set. If you’re looking for something fun and something new, Olive F is right up your street.
