Mighty Hoopla UK 2026 line-up confirmed: Scissor Sisters, Lily Allen and Trixie Mattel lead huge bill
"It's going to be a monumental year" says Mighty Hoopla co-founder Glyn Fussell
By Aaron Sugg
Attitude Music Award winners Scissor Sisters are set to headline Mighty Hoopla UK in 2026, as well as an exclusive performance from Lily Allen.
The UK’s biggest LGBTQ+ pop music festival, Mighty Hoopla, has announced its star-studded 2026 line-up, featuring Trixie Mattel, Jessie J and more, on the 30 and 31 May 2026 at Brockwell Park, London.
The weekend, aside from the glittering queer festivities, will see Lily Allen take centre stage on Saturday for an exclusive UK festival performance of her acclaimed West End Girl album in full.
“It’s going to be a monumental year” – Mighty Hoopla co-founder Glyn Fussell on the 2026 line-up
On Sunday, queer icons Scissor Sisters will close the festival with a greatest-hits, high-energy set, as well as former Little Mix member Perrie Edwards and boyband special guests Five.
Other artists joining the 2026 Hoopla line-up include JLS, Todrick Hall, Agnes, Alexandra Burke, Louise, Cascada, Estelle, Heather Small, Tulisa, The Wanted 2.0, Liberty X, and many more.
Co-founder Glyn Fussell shared his excitement in a statement: “We have a long history with both our epic headliners, and it’s going to be a monumental year.” 2025 was the festivals most successful year attended by over 65,000 people.
Last year’s highlights included Attitude Ally Award winner Dannii Minogue making a surprise appearance to introduce Jade Thirwill, headliner Kesha, and former Attitude cover star Lulu.
“The line-up next year is full of the most diverse, chaotic, and divine artistry ever” – Fussell on Hoopla 2026
“Every year we listen to all your pop needs. The line-up next year is full of the most diverse, chaotic, and divine artistry ever!” said Fussell.
Returning to the decks is The Bump, featuring headline DJ sets and live performances from Trixie Mattel, Horse Meat Disco, Jodie Harsh, and fka.m4a.
Co-founder Jamie Tagg added: “Every year we strive for pop perfection, and next year’s mix of international artists, boybands, girlbands, live acts, and DJs delivers just that.”
“We still have some huge names to announce” – Hoopla co-founder Jamie Tagg on Hoopla’s 2026 performers
He revealed that aside from the headline announcement, there is more exciting news to come: “We still have some huge names to announce, so we’re very confident this will be our most in-demand year yet.”
Tickets for next year’s festival are on sale 11 November at 10am, available on events page, Kaboodle.