Sub Focus and Pendulum Among the First Names Announced for Forbidden Forest 2026
Forbidden Forest's 10th anniversary features the Arcadia Spider, a 50-tonne fire-breathing stage, and a first artist lineup including Michael Bibi and Pendulum.
- For 4-7 June 2026, Forbidden Forest announced a first wave of artists for Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, and confirmed the Arcadia Spider as a 50-tonne UK festival exclusive.
- Known for immersive shows, Forbidden Forest pushes boundaries in stage design and production, featuring the Arcadia Spider with pyrotechnics and 360° immersive sound.
- Phase one reveals the initial roster including Michael Bibi, who returns after a comeback, with Pendulum DJ and Holy Priest set for high-octane and darkly cinematic shows.
- Pre-Sale sign-ups opened today on the Forbidden Forest website, with general ticket sales starting at 10am GMT on November 19 through the same site.
- Attendees can expect expanded onsite amenities including the Lakeside Retreat campsite with pools, hot tubs, a sauna, secret DJ sets, a silent disco, fun fair, bars, food village and chill-out areas.
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Forbidden Forest 2026 announces first names as it celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Phase one highlights include Sub Focus, Michael Bibi, MK, Girls Don't Sync, DJ EZ, Pendulum DJ, Hannah Laing, Dr Banana, Holy Priest, SHY FX and Chris Stussy for a landmark year featuring the iconic Arcadia Spider stage.
Forbidden Forest 2026 announces first names as it celebrates its 10th Anniversary
Phase one highlights include Sub Focus, Michael Bibi, MK, Girls Don't Sync, DJ EZ, Pendulum DJ, Hannah Laing, Dr Banana, Holy Priest, SHY FX and Chris Stussy for a landmark year featuring the iconic Arcadia Spider stage.
Forbidden Forest 2026: Arcadia Spider & first acts revealed
Forbidden Forest will celebrate its 10th anniversary by bringing the iconic Arcadia Spider stage to Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, as a UK festival exclusive. The first wave of artists for the event, taking place from 4-7 June 2026, includes Michael Bibi, Pendulum, Sub Focus, and Hannah Laing. Tickets for the landmark festival go on sale at 10 am on Wednesday, 19th November. The legendary Arcadia Spider, a 50-tonne, fire-breathing installation …
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