{"id":40586,"date":"2026-06-26T09:00:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T08:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=40586"},"modified":"2026-06-26T11:48:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T10:48:00","slug":"uk-gigs-and-concerts-this-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/group-getaways\/experiences\/uk-gigs-and-concerts-this-month\/","title":{"rendered":"The best gigs and concerts in the UK July 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alright music lovers, get ready to mark those calendars! \ud83c\udfb5<\/h2>\n

July 2026 is shaping up to be an absolute belter of a month for live music across the UK. From the return of music festival season to the buzz of epic headline tours, there\u2019s something for every ear this July.<\/h4>\n

So, let\u2019s dive into some of the hottest gigs and concerts this month!<\/h4>\n
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Finsbury Park, London<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Get ready for a massive three-day takeover at north London\u2019s Finsbury Park this July. From Friday 3rd July to Sunday 5th July 2026, this iconic park will be hosting a phenomenal trifecta of British guitar music. Each day offers a completely distinct atmosphere, making it the perfect excuse to spend your entire weekend in front of the main stage<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfb8 Biffy Clyro on Friday 3rd July:<\/strong> The weekend kicks off with pure, unadulterated rock energy as Scottish icons Biffy Clyro headline the opening night. Fresh off their Live Act Award win and a huge run of chart-topping success, \u2018Mon the Biff\u2019 are legendary for their sweat-drenched, heavy-hitting anthems. With an electric supporting lineup featuring Nothing But Thieves and Don Broco, Friday is geared up to be an absolute masterclass in modern stadium rock that will have the Finsbury crowd bouncing from the first chord.<\/h4>\n

\"Biffy\ud83c\udfb8 Kasabian on Saturday 4th July:<\/strong> On Saturday, the park transforms into a raucous, electro-infused indie party courtesy of Kasabian. Following their hometown Summer Solstice II show and the release of their hypnotic new music, the Leicester lads are bringing what promises to be their biggest-ever London headline gig to the capital. Expect an explosive, high-energy set packed with classics like Fire and Club Foot, backed by an incredible undercard including Razorlight and Miles Kane.<\/h4>\n

\"Wolf\ud83c\udfb8 Wolf Alice on Sunday 5th July:<\/strong> Rounding out the weekend on a sublime note, North London\u2019s own Wolf Alice return home for the Sunday headline slot. Renowned for their atmospheric shoegaze, visceral grunge riffs and Ellie Rowsell\u2019s spellbinding vocals, the Mercury Prize winners deliver a live show that feels both deeply intimate and wildly cinematic. Accompanied by a brilliant, indie-pop leaning supporting bill featuring The Last Dinner Party and Lykke Li, Sunday is set to be a beautifully anthemic conclusion to an unforgettable weekend.<\/h4>\n

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Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This July, the splendid Baroque backdrop of Blenheim Palace\u2019s Great Court will play host to some of the absolute biggest names in music. If you are looking for an outdoor gig experience that swaps muddy festival fields for sheer, stately elegance, Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire is exactly where you want to be.<\/h4>\n

\ud83e\udea9 Katy Perry & Mimi Webb on Wednesday 1st July:<\/strong> Kicking off the July lineup in spectacular style, American pop icon Katy Perry is set to bring her high-energy catalogue of hits to the Palace. Expect a visual masterclass and an absolute sing-along marathon as she tears through anthems like Roar, Firework and California Girls. Adding even more firepower to the night is British breakout star Mimi Webb, whose powerhouse vocals and infectious hooks make her the perfect opening act for a truly unforgettable summer evening.<\/h4>\n

\"Michael\ud83e\udea9 Michael Bubl\u00e9 on Saturday 4th July:<\/strong> Later in the week, the atmosphere shifts from vibrant pop to pure, effortless class as multi-platinum superstar Michael Bubl\u00e9 takes to the stage. Beloved for his world-class, smooth-as-silk vocals, Bubl\u00e9 will be turning the Great Court into the ultimate open-air ballroom. It is the perfect setting for his classic hits and standard covers, making this weekend date an absolute must-see.<\/h4>\n

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BST Hyde Park, London<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If there is one absolute staple of the British summer gig calendar, it\u2019s American Express presents BST Hyde Park. Taking over the heart of London across two weekends, the festival\u2019s 2026 July lineup is an incredible mix of epic pop anthems, nostalgic indie-folk and pure party tunes. Here is what to expect from each of the massive headline days this July:<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Maroon 5 on Friday 3rd July:<\/strong> Maroon 5 are making their highly anticipated Hyde Park debut to kick off the July weekend in style. Armed with an impressive back-catalogue of singalong hits like Moves Like Jagger, Sugar and Payphone, Maroon 5 won\u2019t be alone either. They\u2019ll be joined by a powerhouse of special guests, including OneRepublic, Jess Glynne, and Ella Eyre, making this a brilliant, non-stop hit parade from afternoon to sunset.<\/h4>\n

\"Mumford\ud83c\udfa4 Mumford & Sons on Saturday 4th July:<\/strong> It\u2019s a massive West London homecoming for Mumford & Sons as they bring their cinematic folk-rock back to the capital. Expect the Great Oak Stage to turn into an absolute stomping ground when the banjos kick in for Little Lion Man and The Cave. Saturday includes a perfectly curated atmosphere of acts, including the brilliant indie-rockers The War on Drugs and rising star Holly Humberstone, ensuring a perfectly crafted day of indie bliss.<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Duran Duran on Sunday 5th July:<\/strong> Duran Duran are back to show everyone exactly how a headline festival set is done. The global superstars are set to deliver a masterclass in synth-pop majesty, turning Hyde Park into a massive retro dancefloor with anthems like Rio and Hungry Like the Wolf. They\u2019ll be sharing the day with fellow legends Nile Rodgers & CHIC, the brilliant Scissor Sisters and a groovy DJ set from Groove Armada.<\/h4>\n

\"Pitbull\ud83c\udfa4 Pitbull on Friday 10th July:<\/strong> Get ready, because Mr Worldwide is landing in London and things are about to get historic. Pitbull is bringing his high-energy, platinum-selling catalogue, from Timber and Fireball to Give Me Everything, for what promises to be the wild card event of the summer. In fact, fans are actively planning an official Guinness World Record attempt for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps on the day! Backed up by the incredible Kesha, Tinie Tempah and Lil Jon, this is bound to be a delightfully chaotic pop masterclass.<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Lewis Capaldi on Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July:<\/strong> Closing out the festival by popular demand across two consecutive nights, Scotland\u2019s favourite singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi is making his triumphant return for his biggest UK festival headline shows to date. Expect an emotional field of thousands belting out Someone You Loved and Before You Go, balanced perfectly by Capaldi’s self-deprecating comedy between songs. He\u2019ll be supported on both nights by pop sensation Conan Gray and indie staples The Vaccines.<\/h4>\n

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Wembley Stadium, London<\/strong><\/h3>\n

July is shaping up to be an absolute blockbuster month under the iconic Wembley arch, welcoming everything from tailored pop perfection to heavy nostalgia. Here is what you have to look forward to:<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfb6 Harry Styles: Together, Together Tour on the 1st, 3rd & 4th July:<\/strong> Kicking off the month, global pop royalty Harry Styles brings his massive Together, Together tour to its grand finale with three final July dates at Wembley Stadium. Having already dazzled crowds throughout late June, expect a sea of disco glam and high-energy anthems as Harry delivers his signature charm. Adding to the spectacle, country-pop icon Shania Twain is joining him as special support.<\/h4>\n

\"Harry\ud83c\udfb6 My Chemical Romance:<\/strong> Long Live The Black Parade Tour on the 8th, 10 & 11th July: The definitive emo anthem is coming to the UK\u2019s biggest stage. Dusting off their iconic concept album for a massive three-night stadium residency, My Chemical Romance are bringing their Long Live The Black Parade Tour to Wembley. Each night boasts a massive legendary support act: Skunk Anansie on Wednesday, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts on Friday and Sunny Day Real Estate on Saturday. It promises to be a beautifully loud, theatrical celebration of alternative rock history.<\/h4>\n

\ud83c\udfb6 Bruno Mars: The Romantic Tour on the 18th, 19th, 22nd, 24th, 25th & 28th July:<\/strong> If you are looking for unadulterated showmanship, Bruno Mars is taking over the back half of July with a staggering six-night residency for The Romantic Tour. Marking his first full headline run in nearly a decade, the 14-time Grammy winner will be transforming Wembley into a massive funk-filled dance floor. Backed by his unbelievable live band, expect flawless choreography and a setlist packed with epic solo hits like 24K Magic alongside Silk Sonic favourites and his recent Lady Gaga collab, \u2018Die With A Smile\u2019.<\/h4>\n

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The Maccabees at Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Edinburgh<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Following their comeback in 2024, indie icons The Maccabees are officially heading to the stage for a highly anticipated UK tour and making a massive stop in Scotland this July. Celebrating over a decade since their seminal number-one album Marks To Prove It, fans can expect an absolute powerhouse of a setlist packed with career-spanning indie anthems.<\/h4>\n

\"TheThis is a strictly one-night-only Scottish affair, as the band takes over the iconic Edinburgh Corn Exchange for a massive Monday night showcase. Expect stellar support acts, including the brilliant Hamish Hawk and Chartreuse and prepare yourself for an emotional, high-energy crowd screaming back every word to indie classics like Pelican, First Love and the ultimate crowd-pleaser, Toothpaste Kisses.<\/h4>\n

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Lily Allen at The O2, London<\/strong><\/h3>\n
7th July 2026<\/span><\/h5>\n
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