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Rockstar Energy presents Creamfields is gearing up for a landmark year in 2026, celebrating two decades at its iconic home in Daresbury. Across the August Bank Holiday weekend—from Thursday 27th to Sunday 30th August 2026—80,000 fans from across the globe will gather for four days of groundbreaking production, a world-class lineup, and the electric atmosphere that has cemented Creamfields as the pinnacle of the dance music calendar. 

To kick off the celebrations, Cream HQ announced GRAMMY Award-winning DJ & Producer Calvin Harris as a headliner. A firm Creamfields favorite, Calvin will make his highly anticipated return to the festival, taking over the legendary Arc Stage on Saturday 29th August. Since his 2009 debut, he has risen to become one of the biggest names in electronic music, most recently dominating the charts with his Track of the Summer hit “Blessings.” Over the years, Calvin has delivered some of the most iconic and talked-about performances in Creamfields history, making his return for this milestone edition especially fitting. 

Joining the celebrations, Dutch trance DJ/Producer Armin van Buuren has been confirmed as the first artist for the Apex Stage on Saturday 29th August. Few artists have defined dance music like Armin, a Grammy-nominated artist, five-time DJ Mag Top 100 DJs winner, and co-founder of Armada Music. He unites millions each week through his long-running radio show A State of Trance. From sold-out arena tours to commanding the main stages of the world’s biggest festivals, his euphoric, high-energy sets are legendary. This week, his impact on electronic music was honored with DJ Mag’s 2025 Outstanding Contribution Award, cementing his status as one of the genre’s true pioneers. Returning after a two-year hiatus, Armin is poised to deliver another unforgettable Creamfields performance. 

Another highlight for the 20th anniversary edition is the long-awaited return of electronic pioneers Underworld, who will take over the iconic Steel Yard on Saturday 29th August. One of Creamfields’ most legendary live acts, Underworld first debuted at the festival in 2002 and delivered an unforgettable performance in 2008 for the 10th anniversary. Now, almost two decades later, they return as “Born Slippy”—their timeless anthem that defined a generation—celebrates its 30th year. From shaping the underground to headlining global stages and soundtracking Olympic ceremonies, Underworld’s influence on electronic music is immeasurable. Their legendary live performances secure their place as one of the most vital and enduring acts in the scene, making their return a true full-circle moment. 

After a record-breaking debut in 2024, Manchester’s techno giants Teletech are set to return bigger than ever in 2026. On Friday 28th August, they will make their Steel Yard debut, taking control of the legendary superstructure renowned for its jaw-dropping production and 360° immersive experience. The takeover will be a one-night-only spectacle before continuing across the weekend in their own 15,000-capacity arena on Saturday and Sunday. Born in 2017, Teletech has become one of the UK’s most exciting club culture movements, celebrated for forward-thinking lineups, cutting-edge sound, and raw, unfiltered intensity that channels the spirit of the early 90s dance explosion. This year’s Steel Yard debut promises to be their biggest and most defining moment yet. 

Globally renowned DJ/Producer Sonny Fodera will close out the Bank Holiday weekend in style, headlining the legendary Arc Stage on Sunday 30th August. This will be Sonny’s only English festival appearance in 2026. Riding high on the success of his summer hit with Jazzy, “All This Time,” his signature groove-driven, emotive house sound has earned him sold-out tours, festival slots, and an Ibiza residency since his 2014 debut album. Following his monumental Steel Yard debut this year, Sonny’s return promises to be a defining moment in Creamfields’ 20-year celebrations. 

With Calvin Harris, Armin van Buuren, Underworld, Teletech, and Sonny Fodera already confirmed—and many more announcements to come—Rockstar Energy presents Creamfields 2026 is set to be an unmissable 20th anniversary celebration, bridging generations of dance culture and delivering legendary moments that will define its legacy for years to come. 

EVENT INFO
Rockstar Energy presents Creamfields 2026
Thursday 27th – Sunday 30th August Bank Holiday weekend
Daresbury, Cheshire, UK
www.creamfields.com