The best-known Belgian festival will return to its home grounds from July 15 to 19 for a historic edition featuring more than 200 acts on the lineup.
Since its inception in 1989, this major gathering of alternative culture has drawn thousands of visitors from across Europe to Belgium. This year, the festival expands to five days with an inaugural opening planned as early as Wednesday, July 15.
On July 16, the celebrations will begin with highly anticipated performances from Caribou and the world of Ino Casablanca.
July 17 will be paced by our national pride, the alternative pop star Oklou, the more experimental sounds of Mechatok, as well as the energy of Peaches and the minimalist pop of the Norwegian duo Smerz.
On Saturday, July 18, Damso, Disiz and Meryl will be on the program, followed by Fat Dog.
Finally, on Sunday, July 19, indie rockers Interpol and Sleaford Mods will cap off the festival in a memorable finale for fans of rock and post-punk.
Dour Festival, from July 15 to 19, 2026. Full program and bookings at https://www.dourfestival.eu/
Several accommodation options, including new, comfortable camping spaces, are available for festival-goers wishing to stay on site.
