The Countdown to Spitalfields Music Festival 2026

From June 26th to July 8th, the Spitalfields Music Festival takes over iconic East London spaces, kicking off its massive 50th-anniversary countdown. Expect a staggering 20 new commissions and premieres blending classical boundary-pushing, political reflection, and local wildlife soundscapes. True to its rich legacy, the 2026 lineup is a brilliant collision of national and international heavyweight artists alongside exciting new voices.