Lytham Festival has confirmed one of the biggest announcements in its history: Pet Shop Boys will headline the 2026 edition with their acclaimed Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live show.
Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe – officially recognised as the most successful duo in UK music history – will take to the main stage on Saturday 4 July 2026, bringing their groundbreaking blend of euphoric pop, theatrical staging and four decades of chart success to the Fylde coast.
In a particularly special twist, the performance marks the biggest ever homecoming show for Chris Lowe, who was born and raised in nearby Blackpool.
Festival co-founder Peter Taylor said:
“Finally! It is no secret we, and our loyal customers, have wanted Pet Shop Boys at Lytham Festival for a long time. Their music has shaped generations and they remain as relevant today as when they broke through in the mid-80s. This will be an unmissable night in our 15th anniversary year.”
2026 marks the 15th anniversary of Lytham Festival, which runs from Wednesday 1 July to Sunday 5 July. More than 100,000 people are expected across the five days.
Already confirmed:
Since signing to Parlophone in 1985, Pet Shop Boys have achieved 44 UK Top 30 singles, including 22 Top 10s and four No.1s. Their live shows are renowned for pushing the boundaries of pop spectacle, with collaborations ranging from filmmaker Derek Jarman to architect Zaha Hadid and designer Es Devlin.
Their Dreamworld tour has drawn critical acclaim across Europe, hailed as “a sleek, nostalgic treat” (The Telegraph), “an utterly joyous celebration” (Metro), and “an ecstatic presentation of 40 years of brilliance” (Evening Standard).
With a legacy that includes writing and producing for artists such as Dusty Springfield, Lady Gaga, Madonna, David Bowie and Blur, Pet Shop Boys remain one of the most influential names in modern pop.
TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival 2026 promises one of its strongest line-ups yet. Past headliners have included legends from Stevie Wonder and Kylie to The Strokes and Rod Stewart – and the addition of Pet Shop Boys ensures the 15th anniversary will be remembered as a landmark year.
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