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Øya Festival 2026 Expands Line-Up with Notable Artists
12/4/2025, 9:12:00 AM
Key Additions to the Line-Up
Øya Festival, scheduled to take place from August 12 to August 15, 2026, in Tøyen Park, Oslo, has announced an expanded roster of artists. Among the newly confirmed acts are Geese, Blood Orange, Mogwai, and Wilco. The festival's organizers previously revealed that The Cure would headline, alongside Amyl & The Sniffers and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, who are also part of their European tour.
Noteworthy additions include Dagny, who will headline the main stage on August 15, following her significant success with over a billion streams and two acclaimed albums, 'Strangers/Lovers' (2020) and 'Elle' (2024). The opening night will feature performances from French electronic artist Oklou and Scottish post-rock band Mogwai. Blood Orange is set to perform on August 13, while Wilco and Geese will also join the festival, with Wilco promoting their recent live concert film 'Wilco Live' and Geese receiving critical acclaim for their latest album 'Getting Killed'.
Additional artists announced include the Virginia hip-hop duo Clipse, marking their first appearance since releasing their first album in 15 years, along with London rapper Jim Legxacy, indie folk group Westside Cowboy, producer Dijon, and Bristol duo Get Down Services. The festival will also showcase local Scandinavian talent, featuring Norwegian acts such as Gjenfødt Kultur, Ea Othilde, ELIA, and Ragnhild, as well as the Swedish band Sunnan.
Background on Øya Festival
The Øya Festival has a history of promoting emerging artists alongside established names. In 2025, the festival featured headliners like Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Queens Of The Stone Age, and Girl In Red, alongside a diverse array of performers including Fontaines D.C. and Khruangbin. Claes Olsen, the festival's director, emphasized his commitment to nurturing talent, stating, “I like to see bands grow organically to that,” referencing the journey of artists like Girl In Red, who progressed from the demo stage to headlining.
Official Statements & Responses
Claes Olsen highlighted the festival's role in supporting artists, noting the unpredictability of identifying future headliners. He remarked on the organic growth of artists, stating, “People always ask, ‘Who’s the next big thing?’ You never know.”
What's Next
Tickets for Øya Festival 2026 are currently on sale, allowing fans to secure their attendance for what promises to be a diverse and exciting lineup. The festival continues to evolve, maintaining its reputation as a platform for both rising stars and established acts in the music industry.
