BRITs Week 2026 has unveiled its first wave of artists, confirming a nationwide run of intimate shows tied to 2026 The BRIT Awards’ landmark move to Manchester. Taking place in the weeks leading up to the ceremony on February 28, the charity concert series will span six UK cities, marking the most geographically expansive edition in its history.
The lineup brings together established names and emerging talent across genres, with performances scheduled in Newcastle, London, Nottingham, Brighton, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
Fatboy Slim opens the series with a February 12 show at Newcastle’s Boiler Shop, setting the tone for a run designed around smaller venues rather than arena-scale spectacle. London dates include punk breakout Lambrini Girls at The Garage on February 16, followed by Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins sharing the stage at the Emerald Theatre on February 25.
Nottingham features BRIT Award winner Myles Smith at Rescue Rooms on February 24, while Brighton hosts rising R&B artist kwn at Patterns the following night. Manchester’s YES will see two late-series club-focused shows with Josh Baker on February 25 and Rossi on February 26, in collaboration with The Warehouse Project. The run concludes in Edinburgh on February 27, where Jacob Alon takes the stage at the Music Hall at Assembly Rooms.
BRITs Week remains closely tied to War Child UK, with proceeds from every show supporting the charity’s work for children affected by conflict. The concerts are scheduled around the 2026 BRIT Awards calendar, reinforcing music’s long-standing role in fundraising and cultural advocacy.
Clare Sanders-Wright, Head of Live Music at War Child, says: “BRITs Week is back for its 13th year, and once again the line-up is nothing short of extraordinary. The atmosphere at these shows is always electric, with fans getting the rare opportunity to experience their favourite artists up close in some of the UK’s most beloved intimate venues. Right now, one in five children globally are living with the devastating impact of war.
“That’s more than 520 million children worldwide, facing violence no child should ever have to endure. I want to extend a huge thank you to the artists and their teams for giving their time, passion and talent to make these shows possible. Their support helps War Child continue our vital work to protect, educate and stand up for children caught in conflict, and to champion our message that No Child Should Be Part of War. Ever.”
With the awards leaving London for the first time in nearly five decades, the expanded tour reflects a wider shift toward regional inclusion within UK music culture.
What do you think of this year’s BRITs Week lineup? Share your thoughts on X and Instagram, and visit Lyrical Muse for more music and entertainment stories.
Leave a Reply