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Set for May 23rd at Hatfield Park and May 24th at Temple Newsam, Leeds the 20th installment of Slam Dunk Festival has unveiled their first wave of artists and suffice to say, organizers are intent on making the milestone especially memorable.
Earning top billing, punk superstars Good Charlotte will perform a UK exclusive in 2026 at Slam Dunk, marking the band's first appearance in region in some seven years. Additionally, ska-punk legends Sublime will touch down in the UK for their very first ever performance in the region. Emo staples Taking Back Sunday are also highly featured, performing a 20th anniversary set of Louder Now.
Among the additional takeaways include sets from metalcore heavyweights Bury Tomorrow, appearances from ska vets Godlfinger, as well as beloved scene era bands like Hawthorne Heights, Motion City Soundtrack and Dashboard Confessional.
Slam Dunk 2026 will also feature a set from skyrocketing UK firebrand President. The set marks the band's Slam Dunk debut and adds to their soaring stock as one of rock music's most intriguing new voices.
See the first wave of artists confirmed below. Tickets for Slam Dunk 2026 are set to go on sale Saturday 27th September at 10am. Tickets and info can be found - HERE
