Scottish music sensation Lewis Capaldi has been officially announced as a headliner for BST Hyde Park 2026, scheduled to take the stage on July 11. This highly anticipated debut at the iconic London festival follows his significant return to the music scene this year. The 28-year-old artist is set to make this his largest headlining performance to date, joining a distinguished roster of past headliners at one of the UK's premier music events.

Capaldi's connection to BST Hyde Park was highlighted earlier this year when he made a surprise appearance during Noah Kahan's set, treating fans to an emotional duet that resonated deeply with the audience. Jim King, chief executive of AEG Presents UK and European Festivals, expressed his enthusiasm for the announcement, stating, "Announcing Lewis Capaldi as a BST Hyde Park headliner for 2026 feels absolutely perfect." He further remarked on Capaldi's rapidly growing legacy, noting that he is "fast becoming a legend for a new generation" and is poised to comfortably take his place among the festival's great headliners.

Since his memorable comeback at Glastonbury Festival in July, Lewis Capaldi has been exceptionally active. His track "Survive" soared to Number 1 on the UK Singles Chart, and he embarked on a successful UK and Ireland arena tour. The initial ten dates of this tour sold out in record time, prompting the addition of seven extra shows, which also sold out within minutes. Capaldi took to Instagram to share his astonishment and gratitude, expressing, "Honestly didn’t expect this at all… genuinely had no idea what to expect after taking a break for so long so be seeing this tour sell out faster than any tour I’ve ever played is the most incredible surreal feeling."

Despite the overwhelming demand, Capaldi cautiously chose not to extend the tour further, prioritizing his physical and mental health to avoid "pushing himself too far too soon." His comeback performances have been met with widespread acclaim, with the "Someone You Loved" singer sharing numerous behind-the-scenes moments and fan interactions on Instagram. Tickets for his BST Hyde Park performance will go on sale on Friday, September 19, at 9 am, available through the official BST Hyde Park website and Ticketmaster. BST Hyde Park annually attracts crowds of up to 65,000 people, showcasing some of the world's top artists each summer.