NIA ARCHIVES WILL DEBUT HER NEW LIVE SHOW AND SASHA KEABLE, GIRLS DON’T SYNC, THE GUEST LIST, JACK CULLEN, CLIFFORDS AND MORE JOIN THE BILL, WITH BOARDMASTERS ANNOUNCING ITS 2026 STAGE SPLITS.
Stage splits have been revealed for Boardmasters 2026, with Nia Archives joining the Saturday lineup ahead of Lily Allen’s headline performance on Saturday as she teases new music and a new live show that will debut at the festival. Sasha Keable, Girls Don’t Sync, Cliffords, The Guest List, Jack Cullen, The North, Cornwall Rock Choir and more are also among more names added to the festival bill.
They join an already stacked lineup featuring headliners Fatboy Slim, Lily Allen and Kasabian, as well as highly anticipated performances from The Kooks, Loyle Carner, Rudimental, REN, Tash Sultana, Joy Crookes, The Darkness, BRITs Critics’ Choice winner Jacob Alon, Rose Gray, Lambrini Girls, Window Kid, Example, Tinie Tempah, Hamdi, Ewan McVicar, 4AM Kru, Goldie LIVE, Saint Ludo, and more.
The newly revealed stage splits give festival-goers a first glimpse of how performances will be shaped across the weekend, set against the dramatic Cornish coastline with iconic clifftop views. With multiple arenas and curated spaces, attendees can plan their weekend around favourite acts, explore emerging talent and experience Boardmasters’ signature blend of music, surf and coastal culture.
One of the UK’s most exciting electronic voices, Nia Archives has quickly become a defining figure in jungle’s new wave. Back for 2026 with new music, her “emotional junglism” sound blends classic breakbeats with soulful vocals promising one of the standout performances of the weekend as she debuts a new live show at Boardmasters. Since self-releasing her debut single “Sober Feels” in 2020, she has earned critical acclaim with tracks including “Forbidden Feelingz”, “Mash Up the Dance”, “Baianá”, “Get Loose” and “Off Wiv Ya Headz”, alongside her 2024 album ‘Silence is Loud’ and 2025 release ‘Emotional Junglist’. She has also delivered official remixes for PinkPantheress and Fred Again.
A trailblazer both musically and culturally, Nia Archives helped prompt the MOBO Awards to introduce a dedicated electronic/dance category, becoming its first winner. She also made history with the first jungle album nominated for the Mercury Prize in 20 years, supported Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, and became the first jungle artist to earn three BRIT Award nominations. Now, she brings a never-seen-before live show to the Cornish cliffs, soundtracking the festival with her signature sound and energy.
Beyond the music, festival-goers can experience the WSL Men’s, Women’s Pro surf competitions and the Junior Open at Fistral Beach, try yoga and wellness sessions with sea views, or dive into immersive creative experiences. Skate, comedy, late-night performances, talks and hands-on workshops complement the live music programme, offering a balanced mix of energy, exploration and connection by the sea. The elevated Cliff Top will house street food alongside craft bars and alcohol-free options, family programming and hands on art and creative sessions, with more to be revealed in the coming months.
With hundreds of performances across multiple stages, world-class surf competitions and a full programme of wellness, creative and community, Boardmasters 2026 promises a weekend where feel-good music meets vibrant coastal culture. From clifftop sunsets to daily activities and unforgettable performances, there’s something for everyone to explore, discover and enjoy. Tickets are now on general sale at boardmasters.com - secure your place at the edge of the world.
Tickets including weekend camping, day tickets and coach bundle options are now on sale at boardmasters.com.
See you at the edge of the world!