Countdown to Reggae Land 2026: Vybz Kartel, Shensea & More Headline First-Ever Three-Day UK Reggae Festival

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Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel leads the bill at the sold-out weekend festival, which is guaranteed to deliver one of the strongest reggae and dancehall line-ups ever assembled on UK soil at Milton Keynes Bowl from Friday 30th July to Sunday 2nd August. Vybz Kartel’s long-awaited return to international stages is set to be one of the festival's defining moments, alongside Jamaican hitmaker Shenseea, whose sweet sounds of dancehall and hip-hop have propelled her onto the global stage.

Grammy Award-winning superstar Shaggy brings a catalogue packed with timeless crossover hits, while dancehall pioneer Beenie Man joins forces with the legendary Morgan Heritage for a celebration of Jamaican music spanning generations. This year also sees the return of Reggae singer Tarrus Riley who took the mainstage in 2024, his conscious lyrics and rich vocals have made him one of the genre's most respected contemporary artists.

The festival's depth continues with reggae veteran Barrington Levy, whose unmistakable voice has influenced countless artists across reggae and hip-hop, alongside dancehall favourites Konshens and Mr. Vegas, both renowned for their high-energy performances and infectious party anthems. Completing the standout names is pioneering deejay Super Cat, a true trailblazer whose impact on dancehall and global urban music continues to resonate decades after his breakthrough. For the first time ever Reggaeland has extended itself from what was originally a two day festival to full on 3 day weekender and for the very first timing welcoming Afrobeats star Burna Boy to its stage.

This year’s line-up showcases the full spectrum of Caribbean music, from roots reggae and lovers rock to dancehall, dub, jungle and carnival-inspired sounds-reinforcing Reggae Land's reputation as one of Europe's premier celebrations of reggae culture, with more than 100 acts taking the stage it’s set to be another out year for Reggaeland Festival, Saturday and Sunday is fully sold out but for Burna Boy fans you can still grab tickets for Friday!!

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