Davido Announces First UK Music Festival for 2026

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido announced plans Monday for his first curated music festival in the United Kingdom, set to headline and organize the lineup at London's Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14, 2026. The event, titled Davido Friends Festival, marks a significant expansion of his global influence and aligns with his recent pledge to focus on authentic African sounds in upcoming projects.

In a post on his X account, the 33-year-old artist, born David Adeleke, shared the news with fans, writing, "For the first time ever I present to you Davido Friends Festival. Its going down at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14th. Sign up for first access." Accompanying the announcement was a video message aimed at London audiences, where he said, "Yo my people of London, its your boy Davidp, and I know you guys have been feeling left out, but guess what, for the first time, I present to you, Davido and Friends outdoor show. Im performing this summer in London. We are taking over the Crystal Palace Bowl on the 14th of August. Get your friends down, as I will be doing the same." The festival will be his only outdoor performance in the city that summer and promises guest appearances from...