Headliners announced for Trentham Live 2026
Trentham has announced three headliners taking to the stage as part of its four day music spectacular next year.
Trentham Live 2026 will bring a packed programme of live shows to the stunning setting of Trentham Gardens from Thursday 20 August to Sunday 23 August.
Announced so far:
Thursday 20 August – The Fratellis, with support from The Subways
The Fratellis are a Scottish rock band from Glasgow, formed in 2005 and made up of lead vocalist and guitarist Jon Fratelli, bassist Barry Fratelli, and drummer Mince Fratelli, with live support from keyboardist Will Foster. They quickly built a reputation playing local gigs before releasing their debut EP and then their breakthrough album Costello Music in 2006, which reached number two on the UK Albums Chart and spawned hits like “Chelsea Dagger” and “Whistle for the Choir,” helping them win the 2007 BRIT Award for Best British Breakthrough Act. Known for their energetic indie-rock sound and memorable melodies, the band has continued to release music, tour internationally, and evolve their style across multiple albums while maintaining a strong fan following.
Friday 21 August – to be announced
Saturday 22 August – Five with special guests, The Wanted 2.0
Formed in 1997, Five went on to sell more than 20 million records worldwide and chart in more than 20 countries. They remain the only UK act to reach the Top 10 with all 11 of their singles, including three No.1 hits. Their debut album, the double platinum Five, entered the Official Charts at No.1 in 1998. Follow up album Invincible matched that success with its own double platinum certification in 1999. The band toured the world with shows across the UK, US, Europe, South America, Australia and Asia.
Sunday 23 August – The Human League, with support from Haircut 100
The Human League have influenced generations of fans and musicians for over four decades and continues to reach a new generation through the innovative sounds and songs they created in the 1980s, which remain hugely influential even today.
The group have become a landmark in the British music scene, with their innovative music and style which influenced fashion, sound and club culture in the Europe, the UK, the US and beyond.
“We know how much our audience loves a feel good, hit packed live show. The acts we’ve announced so far will deliver exactly that,” said Head of Events and Marketing Kerrie Pope. “ Trentham Live 2026 is going to be something special.”
Find out more and book tickets for Trentham Live 2026.
Share:
