Oslo’s Øyafestivalen has officially unveiled the final wave of artists for its 2026 programme, further cementing its reputation as one of the most eclectic and internationally acclaimed festivals to date.
Running for four days from August 12th to 15th, the festival once again brings together major international acts and emerging Nordic talent. This year’s edition reinforces Øya’s long-standing commitment to genre diversity, spanning indie, electronic, jazz, hip-hop, experimental pop, metal, folk, and club culture; offering something for nearly every audience.
Set in Oslo’s scenic Tøyenparken, Øya continues to serve as a cultural anchor that balances globally established artists with forward-thinking emerging talent from Norway and beyond.
This year’s lineup already features previously announced artists including The Cure, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Lily Allen, Sombr, Dagny, CMAT, Underworld, Oklou, Mogwai, Blood Orange, Wilco, Geese, TOMORA, Amyl and The Sniffers, Lambrini Girls, Clipse, Band of Horses, Jim Legxacy, Westside Cowboy, Dijon, Getdown Services, and many more.
The final wave of additions includes Danish post-punk band Iceage, Brazilian composer Arthur Verocai performing with Poland’s Aukso Orchestra, soulful U.S. vocalist Jalen Ngonda, genre-defying artist Rochelle Jordan, French psych-pop visionary Melody’s Echo Chamber, Australian electronic innovator Ninajirachi, and UK dark prog collective Crippled Black Phoenix.
Also joining the lineup are Joshua Idehen, Dove Ellis, Ary, Stig Brenner, Hannah Cohen, Σtella, Coco María, Annahstasia, Girl Group, Beharie, Bendik, Vegard, Sofi O, Ole Kirkeng, Pedro Miranda & Mats Oven, Candura, Selma French, Hayeminol, Norma, Emma Semonia, Fuzzycat Organ Quartet, elina ijäs, Rigla, Kaoroo, THE APE, Andie Loui, tre40fire, and 2J.
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