Teddy Swims and Katy Perry to headline new Blenheim Palace Festival
The brand new five-day event is happening next summer
Grammy-nominated Teddy Swims and American pop royalty Katy Perry have been announced as headliners for next summer's Blenheim Palace Festival.
The brand new five-day event will be set against the backdrop of one of Britain’s most iconic palaces in June and July 2026.
Singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith will also perform as a special guest.
Kicking off Blenheim Palace Festival on 27 June, dance music legend Pete Tong will return with his live experience Ibiza Classics, featuring The Essential Orchestra. He'll be joined by DJ's Danny Rampling and Sarah Story.
Teddy Swims will headline on 30 June, and international superstar Katy Perry will top the third night on 1 July.
Organisers said two more headliners will be revealed in due course.
Blenheim Palace Festival is the result of an exciting new partnership between leading live music promoters Cuffe & Taylor – a Live Nation company – and world-renowned producers MARI Arts & Entertainment.
Promoters Cuffe and Taylor co-founder Peter Taylor said: “It’s an incredible honour to launch a major new festival at Blenheim Palace — one of the most iconic and inspiring locations in the country.
"We’re thrilled to welcome global stars including Katy Perry, Teddy Swims and Pete Tong, with many more still to come. Launching this event marks the start of something very exciting, and we’re setting the stage for a world-class celebration of music and culture. This is just the beginning.”
Stephen Flint Wood, EVP & Managing Director at MARI Arts & Entertainment said: “As part of our portfolio of world-class live experiences, we are creating an event that celebrates live music, culture and heritage set within one of Britain’s most breath-taking landmarks.
"Blenheim Palace offers a truly unique backdrop for five remarkable performances, promising audiences an unforgettable summer of music and entertainment.”
Heather Carter, Blenheim Palace’s Managing Director, said: “We’re turning up the volume at Blenheim Palace! With incredible artists and a stunning setting, this festival is all about great music, good vibes, and unforgettable summer nights.''