The lineup for the Łódź Summer Festival 2026 is taking shape. So far, the organizers have announced 19 artists representing different generations and musical genres—from global stars of the pop and electronic music scenes to the biggest names in Polish rap and alternative music. The combined catalog of the announced artists exceeds 37 billion streams on Spotify.
Year after year, the Łódź Summer Festival is cementing its position as the largest free urban music festival in Poland. The 2026 edition, scheduled for July 24–26 at Łódź Błonia, is already demonstrating the scale of the event and its international character in its initial announcements.
The artists announced so far make up a lineup that brings together global stars, leading figures from the Polish hip-hop scene, and performers representing pop, rock, and alternative music. It offers a cross-section of contemporary music—from stadium concerts and club-style electronic music to the energy of guitar-driven rock and the fresh sounds of the younger generation.
1. Bastille – A British band that gained worldwide fame with songs like “Pompeii,” “Things We Lost in the Fire,” and “Happier.” For over a decade, the band has blended pop, alternative, and electronic sounds, performing at the world’s biggest festivals, including Glastonbury and Coachella. In Łódź, Bastille will appear as one of the festival’s main international headliners.
2. Timbaland – A Grammy Award winner and one of the most influential figures in contemporary popular music. As a producer and artist, he has collaborated on global hits with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Beyoncé, and Jay-Z. For over two decades, his distinctive sound has shaped pop, hip-hop, and R&B around the world.
3. Rudimental DJ Set – A London-based collective that brought drum and bass from clubs to the biggest festival stages. Their tracks, such as “Waiting All Night,” “Feel the Love,” and “These Days,” blend electronic music with soulful vocals and pop-inspired songwriting, creating the distinctive sound of the British club scene.
4. Jet – An Australian rock band whose debut album, *Get Born*, sold millions of copies worldwide. Songs like “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” and “Cold Hard Bitch” have become guitar classics of the early 21st century and continue to appear regularly in movies, commercials, and rock playlists.
5. Bedoes 2115 – One of the most popular Polish rappers of recent years and the leader of the 2115 collective. His albums regularly debut at number one on the sales charts, and songs like “Jesteś ładniejsza niż na zdjęciach” and “Michelangelo” are among the most-streamed Polish singles on streaming platforms.
6. White 2115 – Co-founder of the 2115 collective and one of the leading figures in contemporary Polish rap. His music blends trap, pop, and rap-rock, and albums such as *Rockstar* and *Pretty Boy* have cemented his position in the scene and garnered millions of streams on streaming platforms.
7. PRO8L3M – A duo consisting of Oskar Tuszyński and Steez, who have been at the forefront of the Polish hip-hop scene for over a decade. Their distinctive blend of rap, electronic music, and retrofuturistic aesthetics has earned them numerous awards, platinum albums, and sold-out shows at Poland’s biggest venues.
8. Żabson – A rapper who rose to fame thanks to his distinctive style and trap sound. Albums like “Internaziomal” and “Amfisbena” cemented his status as one of the most recognizable figures of the younger generation on the Polish hip-hop scene.
9. Tede – One of the most influential figures in Polish rap. Since the 1990s, he has consistently built his career as a rapper, producer, and entrepreneur, and his album *S.P.O.R.T.* is considered one of the most important albums in the history of Polish hip-hop.
10. Chivas – A rapper and producer associated with the Łódź music scene, known for his powerful rock-metal sound. His albums consistently rank high on the sales charts, and tracks like “Anyżowe żelki” and “Opium!” have gained widespread popularity among younger listeners.
11. Kuqe 2115 – A member of the 2115 collective and one of the leading figures of the younger generation of Polish rap. His debut album, *Nareszcie w domu*, debuted at number one on the OLiS chart, confirming the artist’s growing popularity.
12. Kacperczyk – Brothers from Lublin who blend elements of alt-rap, indie rock, pop, and electronic music in their sound. Their music has gained popularity among both young audiences and in the music media, and the duo regularly performs at Poland’s major festivals.
13. Dawid Kwiatkowski – One of the most popular Polish singers of the younger generation. The creator of numerous radio hits and winner of the MTV Europe Music Award, he has maintained a strong presence in the music industry for over a decade.
14. Zalia – A singer-songwriter representing the new wave of emotional pop. Her music blends melodic elements with indie and rock influences, and her live performances are characterized by an intimate narrative and a modern sound.
15. Hubert. – A rapper and producer who writes his own songs and is steadily developing his own unique style. His album *Kolorowe domy* has earned critical acclaim and brought him industry awards as well as growing popularity among young audiences.
16. Happysad – A rock band that has been active for over two decades. Their album *Wszystko jedno* and the song “Zanim pójdę” have secured a permanent place in the history of Polish guitar music, and their subsequent releases have earned gold and platinum certifications.
17. Nocny Kochanek – A heavy metal band known for combining classic metal sounds with humorous lyrics. They gained popularity thanks to their albums *Hewi Metal* and *Randka w Ciemność*, as well as their distinctive stage image.
18. Justyna Steczkowska – One of Poland’s most recognizable singers, a composer and violinist with a four-octave vocal range. Since her debut in the 1990s, she has remained one of the most important figures on the Polish music scene, with over a dozen albums and numerous awards to her credit.
19. DRE$$CODE – A creative collective that blends fashion, music, and event production. The group originated from an online community of creators and has gradually expanded its activities to include music projects and performances at Poland’s largest festivals.
The lineup announced so far is just part of the Łódź Summer Festival 2026 program. The organizers have announced further announcements in April, which are expected to further enhance the event’s international character and expand the program of Poland’s largest free music festival.
The Łódź Summer Festival 2026 will take place July 24–26, 2026, at Łódzkie Błonia. It is the largest free urban music festival in Poland. Last year’s edition attracted nearly 500,000 attendees, confirming the event’s scale and nationwide appeal. Admission to all concerts is free and does not require registration.
The event is organized by the City of Łódź, and mBank is a partner of the festival.
News and program details are available at lodzsummerfestival.pl.
