BBC Radio 2 in the Park is heading to Scotland for the very first time in 2026, bringing a star-studded weekend of live music to City Park in Stirling. Here’s your guide for how to watch it…
BBC Radio 2 in the Park is heading to Scotland for the very first time in 2026, bringing a star-studded weekend of live music, legendary headliners, and fan-favorite DJs to City Park in Stirling.
Key Event Details
Dates: Friday 11 September – Sunday 13 September 2026
Location: City Park, Stirling, Scotland
Headliners: Soul icon Chaka Khan (Saturday) and Scottish rock legends Simple Minds (Sunday) in their only UK performance of 2026.
Friday DJ Pre-Party: Featuring sets from Sara Cox, DJ Spoony, Gary Davies, Michelle Visage, and Rylan.
Broadcast Info: Live and on-demand on BBC iPlayer, live sets and interviews on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, and global highlights via YouTube.
Star-Studded Line-Up & Daily Schedule
The flagship festival brings together legendary pop, rock, and soul acts alongside chart-topping talent across three action-packed days:
🎧 Friday, 11 September: The DJ Pre-Party
Kickstarting the weekend, Radio 2’s premier presenters take over the decks to get the crowd dancing:
Sara Cox
DJ Spoony
Gary Davies
Michelle Visage
Rylan
🎤 Saturday, 12 September
Topped by 10-time Grammy winner Chaka Khan, Saturday’s stage is packed with British and international hitmakers:
Chaka Khan (Headliner)
The Script
Texas
Emeli Sandé
Lulu
Jack Savoretti
ABC
(Plus presenter DJ sets throughout the day, including Vernon Kay on the decks).
🎸 Sunday, 13 September
Glasgow-formed icons Simple Minds close out the weekend in what promises to be an extraordinary homecoming gig:
Simple Minds (Headliner – Exclusive 2026 UK Show)
Deacon Blue
James Blunt
Level 42
Blue
Cast
Appleton
How to Watch & Listen
Whether you’re attending in person or tuning in from home, the BBC is offering complete multiplatform coverage:
Watch in the UK: Stream sets live or catch up on demand via BBC iPlayer.
Listen Live & Backstage: Tune into live performances, exclusive sets, and behind-the-scenes artist interviews on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
International Viewers: Fans outside the UK can catch official performance highlights and interviews on the official BBC Radio 2 YouTube channel.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets are still available directly from the official BBC Radio 2 pages:
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