The Great Escape 2026: Artist applications are now open!

APPLY TO PLAY TGE26

The Great Escape is excited to announce that artist applications for The Great Escape 2026, in partnership with CD Baby, are now open and it’s completely free to apply. Each year, over 450 emerging artists perform across 30+ venues in Brighton, with thousands of music fans and industry professionals discovering the next wave of talent. From 13th–16th May 2026, you could be sharing the stage at the festival that has helped launch the careers of Adele, Stormzy, Ed Sheeran, HAIM, Skepta, Charli XCX, Wolf Alice, Dave, Hozier, Lewis Capaldi and many more. Our booking team are ready to start reviewing application, and selected artists will be contacted directly by 31st March 2026. Don’t miss your chance to play at the world’s leading festival for new music.

The Great Escape 2026

BEST REGARDS,