Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce & Emmylou Harris to Headline at the Royal Albert Hall
Highways – the UK’s landmark modern country and Americana festival—will return to London’s Royal Albert Hall from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th May 2026, and organisers have unveiled a star-studded lineup led by Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, and the legendary Emmylou Harris, who will appear as part of her Farewell Tour.
The festival continues to grow in scale and prestige, bringing some of Nashville’s biggest names to one of Britain’s most iconic venues. Alongside the three headliners, Highways 2026 will feature performances from Randall King, Jim Lauderdale, Corey Kent, Kaitlin Butts, Jack Van Cleaf, and Clover County, with more artists still to be announced.
Presale tickets go live Wednesday 26th November at 10am, with general sale expected to follow shortly after.
Headliners
Jon Pardi — Friday 15th May
Platinum-selling artist Jon Pardi opens the weekend with his signature mix of roaring guitars, twang, and California cool. Known for hits like Head Over Boots and Heartache Medication, Pardi’s high-energy show will ignite the Main Auditorium on Friday night.
Carly Pearce — Saturday 16th May
GRAMMY Award-winner Carly Pearce takes the headline slot on Saturday. With her powerhouse vocals, emotional songwriting, and acclaimed recent releases, Pearce’s performance promises to be one of the weekend’s most anticipated moments.
Emmylou Harris — Sunday 17th May
Closing the festival is none other than Emmylou Harris, the Country Music Hall of Fame inductee whose influence spans generations. Her Highways appearance forms part of her Farewell Tour, making this Sunday-night performance an unmissable, historic event.
Beyond the Main Stage
Highways 2026 will once again offer a rich programme outside the Main Auditorium, including:
- Songwriter’s Round – An intimate showcase featuring some of the genre’s finest storytellers.
- Country for Kids – Family-friendly programming designed to inspire young music lovers.
- Official After Party in the Elgar Room – A late-night celebration to keep the music rolling.
Please note that due to limited capacity, tickets for these additional events will be sold separately.
Highways continues to cement its reputation as one of the UK’s premier celebrations of country and Americana music. With a lineup blending icons, chart-toppers, and rising stars, the 2026 edition is set to be one of the most unforgettable yet. Book Tickets from Wednesday 26th November at 10am
