The annual Derbyshire weekender Y Not Festival returns to Pikehall for yet another year of huge headliners, the best up and coming acts and your favourite indie bands.

The 2026 edition see’s Rotherham’s The Reytons top the bill on Friday. After a successful slot at their local Tramlines earlier this summer, the South Yorkshire quartet look to take on more festival headline slots with Y Not the first on their list.

Returning to the festival for the first time since headlining back in 2019 is Two Door Cinema Club, who will be performing their iconic album ‘Tourist History‘ in full to celebrate 15 years since its release. The band will also include a bunch of their greatest hits for the remainder of their headline slot.

Rounding off the festival with another album celebration is The Streets where they will be performing ‘A Grand Don’t Come For Free‘ in full on Sunday. Topping the chart back in 2004, the record includes hit singles ‘Fit But You Know It‘ and ‘Dry Your Eyes‘.

The Libertines will headline Thursday night for early entry ticket buyers, with Ash and Hard-Fi joining them.

Also performing across the weekend, The Vaccines will perform a special set with their debut album played in full. Kaiser Chiefs continue their fine festival form with a main stage slot, with Scissor Sisters and Happy Mondays amongst the big names.

Special guests Reverend and the Makers, festival regulars Scouting for Girls, Leigh’s Lottery Winners and rising stars The Royston Club will also be performing at Pikehall.

Tickets + additional info can be found HERE.

Y Not Festival takes place at Pikehall from Thursday 30th July to Sunday 2nd August 2026.