Turn up the volume – this festival turns your summer into an encore!

We’re offering you a Standing Ticket for SMK Live 2026 saving you 50% off Stadium MK's prices.

Your Ultimate Summer Festival Awaits at SMK Live 2026!

Craving a day packed with world-class live music and festival thrills? SMK Live Festival 2026 brings the UK’s hottest summer party to Stadium MK in Milton Keynes. Choose your day – Saturday or Sunday – and dive into a full-throttle celebration featuring legendary headline acts, delicious street food, funfair rides and a buzzing festival atmosphere for all ages.

What To Expect

• Pulsating Live Music All Day: Gates open at midday; spend the whole day singing along to chart-toppers and discovering new favourites. The party goes on till late!
• Sensational Line-Up:
  • Saturday (27th June): Basement Jaxx (full live show), Clean Bandit, Groove Armada (DJ set), Jax Jones, Sigma, Katy B, Moonchild Sanelly and Bimini. Plus: England v Panama (KO 10pm) on stadium screens after the music!
  • Sunday (28th June): UK festival exclusive with Black Eyed Peas, plus Jason Derulo, Cat Burns, Jalen Ngonda, Maverick Sabre, Jaguar Skills and host/performer Big Narstie.
• Pitch Standing Access: Get right into the heart of the action – dance, sing and celebrate with friends just metres from your favourite artists.
• Diverse Attractions: Refuel at the outdoor food village serving up global street eats. Enjoy multiple bars with refreshing drinks. Take a spin on funfair rides or unwind in activation zones between sets.

The Venue: Stadium MK

• Award-Winning Facilities: Modern stadium with capacity for over 30,000 guests. Enjoy clean amenities, accessible toilets and designated smoking/vaping areas.
• No Hassle Payments: The entire stadium is cashless for quick service at bars and food stalls.
• Family & Accessibility Focused: Minimum entry age is 5+. Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult (and cannot access pitch standing). Accessible parking/facilities available by request.
• No Outside Food or Drink: A huge variety of food stalls and bars are available inside the venue.
• Parking Options: On-site and off-site parking can be pre-booked; accessible parking is available for blue badge holders.

Your e-ticket is your passport to a day you’ll never forget! Dress for a festival. Bring your friends or family. Get ready to experience summer’s biggest music event in style.

FAQs:

• What ages can attend? SMK Live is open to ages 5+. Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult and cannot access pitch standing areas.
• Are outside food or drinks permitted? No outside food or alcohol allowed – but enjoy a wide range of food stalls and bars inside the stadium.
• Is there parking available? Yes! Both on-site (pre-book via Stadium MK) and off-site parking are available. Accessible parking can be reserved in advance.

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