Olivia Dean continues her rise as one of the UK's most exciting live performers after being announced for the BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend 2026 line-up
The soul and pop star will perform on the Sunday of the hugely popular festival taking place at Herrington Country Park in Sunderland from 22–24 May 2026.
The announcement places Olivia Dean among the most talked-about festival artists of the year, with demand for tickets expected to surge following the latest line-up reveal.
Olivia Dean Festival Performances Trending in 2026
After the success of her chart-topping debut album and a series of sold-out UK shows, Olivia Dean has become one of the most in-demand artists on the festival circuit. Her blend of soulful vocals, modern pop production and emotional songwriting has earned her a rapidly growing global fanbase.
Festival organisers across the UK have been eager to secure the singer for major events, and her appearance at Radio 1’s flagship festival highlights her growing influence in the industry.
Radio 1 Big Weekend Sunday Line-Up
BBC Radio 1 recently revealed the huge Sunday line-up for the 2026 edition of Big Weekend, with Olivia Dean among several major artists confirmed for the final day of the festival.
You can read the full announcement here:
👉 BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend Reveals Huge Sunday Line-Up
The three-day festival is expected to welcome tens of thousands of fans and will feature performances across multiple stages including the Main Stage, New Music Stage and BBC Introducing Stage.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets for BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend are always in extremely high demand, and previous editions have sold out within minutes. Fans hoping to see Olivia Dean live are encouraged to secure tickets as soon as they become available.
Stay tuned to UK Festival Guides for more artist announcements, festival line-ups and ticket updates throughout the 2026 festival season.
Published on 11 March 2026 by UKFG
Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026 Olivia Dean
