By Jase Walker

Updated Download 2026 posterAn already stacked Download line-up is now further expanded with 14 fantastic additions, including a couple of surprises added in for good measure.

A Day To Remember takes up the headliner slot on the second stage on Sunday, so if the bigger acts are your bag then you’ve got an overwhelming selection to run through on the final day!

In addition to these are Annisokay, BAND-MAID. Conjurer. Creeper, Daughtry, Decessus, Frozemode, Hot Milk, Marmozets, Private School, Silly Goose, Stampin’ Ground and The Primals.

The last act is a massive surprise for myself as The Primals are most notable for being award-winning MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV’s in-house rock band, led by Masayoshi Soken. Typically only usually appearing at FanFest events around the world, this is a huge curveball appearance that will no doubt surprise a lot of metalheads who are also huge fans of the game.

  • Download will take place at Castle Donington over the weekend of 12-14 June.