Key Highlights
- Outbreak Fest reveals its 2026 Friday lineup for the 15th anniversary edition.
- The Front Bottoms lead new acts announced for the Manchester event.
- Detailed day splits and full lineup reveal more artists across Saturday and Sunday.
- New names include Quicksand, Snail Mail, and Nothing, among others.
Outbreak Fest: Celebrating 15 Years of Alternative Music
As Outbreak Fest gears up for its 15th anniversary in 2026, the festival is unveiling a series of exciting details that promise to make this year’s edition a milestone. Known for pushing boundaries and showcasing a diverse range of genres including hardcore, emo, punk, and more, Outbreak Fest has once again delivered with a lineup that celebrates its rich history while embracing new talent.
New Acts Announced for Friday Night
Leading the charge on Friday night is The Front Bottoms, who will perform their iconic album “Talon of the Hawk” in full. Fans can look forward to witnessing the band’s legendary live performance alongside other notable acts including Balance & Composure (performing select tracks from their records), Tigers Jaw, Free Throw, and Pool Kids.
Interestingly, this Friday night event will serve as a special opening chapter to the weekend festivities, with tickets sold separately. The announcement of these new names comes on the heels of Outbreak Fest’s push to create unique experiences for its loyal community, who have been supporting the festival through thick and thin since 2012.
Full Lineup Reveal: Saturday and Sunday
Apart from the Friday night lineup, Outbreak Fest has also confirmed a plethora of new names joining the larger weekend event. On Saturday, NY post-hardcore icons Quicksand will make their debut at the festival, marking over 35 years in the industry with a rich legacy. Other notable additions include Death Lens, Sunbrella, Tummyache, Greet Death, Love is Noise, Blanket, and Recluse.E.
Meanwhile, Sunday’s lineup features the addition of Snail Mail, known for her emotive guitar work, and Nothing, whose heavy shoegaze sound will undoubtedly add a layer of diversity to the already expansive bill. Alexisonfire, Basement, Hatebreed, Suicidal Tendencies, Converge, Trapped Under Ice, and many more continue to headline an impressive roster.
Outbreak Fest’s Commitment to Community
According to the festival organizers, Outbreak Fest 2026 continues to reflect its long-standing approach of celebrating alternative music in all its forms while fostering a sense of community. Following its biggest edition yet in 2025, the upcoming anniversary year is poised to be a defining moment in the festival’s history.
Outbreak Fest encourages fans to follow their social media channels on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for the latest music and events content leading up to the festival. Tickets for both Friday night and the weekend event can be purchased at http://outbreak-fest.co.uk.
With 95% of weekend tickets already sold, Outbreak Fest is expecting a packed house in Manchester’s B.E.C. for its 15th edition. The festival promises to continue delivering on its commitment to pushing boundaries and celebrating alternative music culture.
