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15 - 17 May 2026 / Royal Albert Hall

Highways Festival Tickets

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Rating: 4 out of 5 based on 1 reviews

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Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce and Emmylou Harris to headline Highways Festival at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in May 2026

Live Nation, with support from the Royal Albert Hall, are thrilled to announce that Highways Festival returns for its fourth instalment from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 May 2026.

Back bigger than ever, three days of incredible Country and Americana music are set to illuminate one of the world’s most iconic stages. This year’s edition promises another unmissable weekend of heartfelt storytelling, soaring harmonies, and unforgettable performances.

With Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, and the legendary Emmylou Harris headlining across the weekend, Highways 2026 showcases the full spectrum of modern and classic country, from Nashville chart-toppers to Americana icons redefining the genre for a new generation.

Back to host the main auditorium is Baylen Leonard, the vibrant voice of Absolute Radio Country's Americana and Roots show, The Front Porch. A two-time CMA International Broadcaster of the Year, Baylen will guide the festival through its musical journey, celebrating the vibrant world of country music.

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Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP

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ADDITIONAL FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS:

Songwriter’s Round:

An intimate afternoon session hosted by Absolute Radio Country, bringing together leading writers and performers to share the stories behind their songs in a stripped-back setting. Doors open at 2:00pm, with the session running 2:30pm–4:30pm.

Country for Kids:

Start Sunday morning with a lively, family-focused event designed to introduce young audiences to the joy of country music. With interactive performances and playful sing-alongs, it’s perfect for kids aged 4–11 (all ages welcome). Doors open 9:30am, event runs 10:00am–11:00am.

Official After Party: When the lights go down in the main hall, the Elgar Room comes alive. Our resident Highways DJ will be keeping the party going with country fan favourites. Running from 10:45pm on Friday and Saturday nights, it’s the place to dance the night away long after the encore.

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Rating: 4 out of 5 based on 1 reviews
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  • An evening with Eric Church

    by Mark on 17/05/2025Elgar Room - LondonRating: 4 out of 5

    Personally I really enjoyed the intimate evenings chat with Eric. It was not what I was expecting, but I enjoyed it all the same. If you came expecting a barnstorming performance from one of the modern greats, you would have been severely disappointed. I know a few people around me were. I valued it as a different type of evening, but guess I will still have to find a way of going to the States to see Mr Church rip it up.