Mad Cool Festival has revealed its complete line-up for 2026, confirming an exceptionally strong edition for the event’s 10th anniversary. The festival will take place from 8 to 11 July 2026 at Iberdrola Music in Madrid, bringing together some of the biggest names in rock, pop, indie, electronic music and alternative culture. With four days of internationally recognised artists and curated stages, Mad Cool continues to cement its position as one of Europe’s leading summer festivals.
The opening day, Wednesday 8 July, is headlined by Foo Fighters, Moby, The War on Drugs and Wolf Alice. They are joined by The Last Dinner Party, The Warning, Jehnny Beth, The War and Treaty, Palaye Royale, Dogstar, Hot Milk, Villanelle, HotWax, Hoonine, MadMadMad and Bigger Splash. The first day sets a strong rock and alternative tone for the festival’s start.
Thursday 9 July shifts toward a blend of pop, indie and electronic music. Florence + The Machine, Jennie, Lorde and Teddy Swims lead the line-up, accompanied by Zara Larsson, Renée Rapp, Charlie Puth, The Blaze (DJ set), CMAT, Sadie Jean, Zimmer90, Chloe Slater, Frost Children, Son Mieux, Florentines and La Paloma. Electronic highlights include Boys Noize, Palms Trax, Yung Prado and Amrita on The Loop stage.
On Friday 10 July, the festival brings a combination of global headliners and alternative favourites. Twenty One Pilots, Kings of Leon, Pixies and Halsey top the day’s programme. The supporting artists include A Perfect Circle, Interpol, Sigrid, Holly Humberstone and Midnight Generation, as well as Cliffords, Usted Señalemelo, Karen Dío, Río Kosta and My First Time. The electronic section features Polo & Pan (DJ set), BUNT., Swimming Paul, Weval and Maesic.
The final day, Saturday 11 July, presents one of the strongest line-ups of the weekend. Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Pulp, The Black Crowes and David Byrne headline the closing night. Kasabian, Jalen Ngonda, The Vaccines, Matt Berninger, The Reytons, Persia Holder, Overpass, TSSFU and Supermodel complete the day’s programme. The Loop stage features major electronic and techno names including Richie Hawtin, Nina Kraviz, Aerea and Luxi Villar.
Mad Cool Festival’s 2026 edition stands out for its genre diversity and balance between iconic headliners and emerging talent. The event offers a multi-stage experience ranging from rock, indie and alternative to contemporary pop, electronic music and techno. Its location at Iberdrola Music ensures modern infrastructure and accessibility for local and international visitors.
Tickets for Mad Cool Festival 2026 are available now through the official website madcooltickets.com. With a high-profile line-up and the festival’s 10th anniversary celebration, demand is expected to be significant throughout the sales period.