BBC Radio 2 In The Park will return in 2026.
Taking place at City Park in Stirling, Scotland and moving from its usual August slot to September, Radio 2 In The Park is a three-day festival with performances from major artists and DJ sets from Radio 2 presenters across the weekend.
Chaka Khan (pictured) will headline the Saturday (September 12), with Simple Minds topping the bill on Sunday (September 13) in what will be their only UK performance of the year. Khan said:
"Stirling is such a magical place. I just love the charm and spirit of the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’. Can't wait to share the songs, the love, and make some beautiful memories together."
Jim Kerr from Simple Minds shared: "Well we are delighted, we're really delighted. The fact that it's gonna be in Stirling which is not so far from our neck of the woods, and the fact that you know, Simple Minds in Scotland inevitably is always a bit special, so all of that combined with the fact that it'll be Simple Minds' first and only gig in the UK this year and you know it's gonna kick off a whole loud momentum for us so we're already really looking forward to it.
"Our set will be very upbeat, we'll want to involve the crowd, and obviously, crowds in the UK, crowds in Scotland are never shy when you ask them and Simple Minds live, well I'm pretty confident in saying we'll have the place jumping up and down."
Also announced for Saturday's bill are The Script, Emeli Sandé, ABC, Jack Savoretti, Lulu and Texas, while those set to perform on Sunday include Level 42, James Blunt, Blue, Cast, Appleton and Deacon Blue.
Ahead of the weekend of live music, there will also be a Friday night DJ pre-party with sets from Sara Cox, DJ Spoony, Gary Davies, Michelle Visage and Rylan.
BBC Radio 2 DJ Vernon Kay commented: "We are in for such a treat of live music - Simple Minds closing out the weekend is going to be unbelievable! Scotland always brings such an amazing energy and one of the best crowds anywhere, so I’ve no doubt this one’s going to be an absolute belter. I'm so excited to DJ on Saturday - you can expect all the dance bangers from the 90s! We’re in for a massive weekend of world-class artists and moments to remember. Can't wait to see you all in September!"
The event marks BBC Radio 2's first major live event in Scotland since 2018's BBC Music's Biggest Weekend in Perth. Last year's Radio 2 In The Park was held in Chelmsford, with Bryan Adams and Def Leppard headlining.
Tickets go on general sale at 8:30am tomorrow (June 10).
BBC Radio 2 in the Park Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows
Fri September 11 2026 - STIRLING City Park
Sat September 12 2026 - STIRLING City Park
Sun September 13 2026 - STIRLING City Park
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