Lorde Announced as 2026 All Points East Headliner at Victoria Park
East London’s All Points East festival has officially revealed its newest 2026 headliner, announcing two-time GRAMMY Award winner Lorde for Saturday, August 22 at Victoria Park. The global superstar will top a predominantly female-led lineup, reinforcing her reputation as one of the most influential artists of her generation.
Lorde’s return to the spotlight has been met with major acclaim. Her latest single, “What Was That,” and her fourth studio album, Virgin, debuted at No. 1 in the UK. With more than 18 billion global streams, her headlining set is expected to be one of the most anticipated performances of the summer.
Joining Lorde is British singer-songwriter and producer PinkPantheress, whose rise from TikTok success to Mercury Prize shortlister has made her one of the UK’s most innovative pop voices. She recently scored her first GRAMMY nomination for “Illegal,” featured on her debut album Heaven Knows.
The supporting lineup continues to impress. Swedish pop powerhouse Zara Larsson, coming off her Midnight Sun Tour, brings her signature blend of R&B-infused, club-ready hits—including the multi-platinum favorite “Lush Life.”
Additional Saturday performers include hyperpop newcomer 2hollis, French composer Oklou, singer-songwriter Audrey Hobert, and East London electropop innovator Rose Gray. The bill also features Esha Tewari, ML Buch, and Fabiana Palladino, the latter of whom co-wrote tracks on Lorde’s new album Virgin.
This announcement follows previously confirmed 2026 headliners Deftones and Tyler, The Creator, setting up another eclectic and forward-thinking festival year.
Tickets for Lorde’s Saturday, August 22 performance go on general sale Thursday, November 20 at 9 a.m.
For the full lineup and ticket details, visit the official All Points East website.