Meltdown Festival 2026
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 21 February 2026
About this festival
Meltdown Festival is an annual contemporary arts and music event held at London's Southbank Centre, uniquely curated each year by a different influential guest director. Since its debut in 1993, the festival has become one of the UK's most prestigious events, featuring diverse lineups handpicked by icons like David Bowie and Grace Jones.
What this festival offers
Don't lose your ears at Meltdown Festival
The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.
Where you'll be
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Southbank Centre
Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX, United Kingdom
Local Currency: GBP
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An independent electronic music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
Last verified 21 February 2026
