Blink-182 to Headline Download Festival for the First Time in 2027

Blink-182 has been confirmed as a headliner for the 2027 Download Festival, marking the band's first appearance at the top of the event's bill.

Download is widely regarded as one of the most significant rock and metal festivals, drawing large crowds of devoted fans each year to see major international acts perform.

The 2027 edition will also be headlined by Evanescence and Bring Me The Horizon, giving the festival a trio of prominent names at the top of its lineup.

Blink-182, formed in the early 1990s, has long been associated with the pop-punk genre and has maintained a substantial global fan base throughout its career.

Evanescence, known for merging rock with orchestral and gothic influences, has remained a popular act since rising to prominence in the early 2000s.

Bring Me The Horizon, a British band originally rooted in metalcore, has evolved musically over the years and is now recognised as one of the leading acts in contemporary rock.

The early confirmation of three headline acts suggests organisers are aiming to build strong early interest in the 2027 festival. Major festivals often announce top-billed artists well in advance to generate anticipation and drive ticket sales.

Download Festival has built a reputation over the years as a key fixture in the rock and metal calendar, attracting both established and emerging acts. The announcement of these three headliners is likely to be welcomed by long-time fans of the genre, given the bands' established standing and broad appeal across different strands of rock and metal music.

Further details about the rest of the 2027 lineup, including supporting acts and ticket information, are expected to be released closer to the event.