CERCLE FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL LINEUP FOR 2026 EDITION

words by PHOEBE GIBSON-DOUGALL

Prepare for lift off, because Cercle Festival has just unveiled the full lineup for its epic third edition in 2026, following its sold-out 2024 event which gathered attendees from over 70 countries. Next May 22-24 Cercle will return to the tarmac of Le Bourget with a carefully curated lineup balancing world-renowned pioneers and emerging talents, reaffirming Cercle’s role as a global leader in revolutionary music experiences.

photography by GEOFFREY HUBBEL

Held at the National Air and Space Museum against a backdrop of legendary aircraft and rockets, the festival promises an unprecedented fusion of cultural heritage, cutting-edge electronic music, and audiovisual artistry. To match the splendour of the museum’s supersonic icons—an A380, Ariane 5 rocket, and two Concorde aircrafts—Cercle’s latest offering needed to deliver serious horsepower, and boy has it delivered. 

The festival’s three stages will play host to a stellar array of artists such as Acid Pauli, ANNA, Kerri Chandler, Mind Against, Artbat, Lane 8, Monolink (Live), Âme b2b Sama’ Abdulhadi, Ben Böhmer (Live), Röyksopp (DJ Set), Weval (Live), and Yotto, among others. The organisers also wanted to highlight the festival’s French roots, showcasing standout artists like Anetha, Enfant Sauvage, Thylacine, Marten Lou, and Etienne de Crécy.

Tickets are selling fast, with first release completely sold-out. Don’t miss out; pre-register for second phase release here, and prepare for boarding. 

photography by RAUL ARAGAO