Isle Of Wight Festival 2026 — Friday Highlights

The Isle of Wight Festival gets into full swing today (Friday) as the Main Stage opens for the first time this year and some of the weekend's biggest names take to Seaclose Park.

From hometown heroes and indie favourites to chart-topping stars and late-night party starters, here's our pick of the acts you won't want to miss.

Chloe Qisha — Big Top (6.20pm-7.05pm)

One of the most exciting emerging artists on the line-up, Chloe Qisha has quickly built a reputation for infectious pop hooks and confident performances.

Her Big Top set could be one of the hidden gems of the day.

Two Door Cinema Club — Main Stage (6.40pm-7.45pm)

Festival favourites Two Door Cinema Club are sure to get the Main Stage crowd moving.

Expect a set packed with indie classics including What You Know, Undercover Martyn and Sun as the Northern Irish trio bring their trademark energy to Newport.

Wet Leg — Main Stage (8.20pm-9.25pm)

Friday's most anticipated homecoming belongs to Wet Leg.

The Isle of Wight quintet have gone from local success story to international stars in just a few years, picking up awards and fans across the globe.

A hometown festival performance under the evening sky promises to be one of the standout moments of the entire weekend.

Fletchr Fletchr — River Stage (9.35pm-10.35pm)

One of the Isle of Wight's most popular bands takes centre stage on the River Stage.

Known for their infectious indie-pop sound and energetic live shows, Fletchr Fletchr are expected to draw a huge crowd as the evening gathers pace.

The Optimists — Kashmir Café (9.45pm-10.25pm)

The Optimists have become firm favourites on the Island music scene thanks to their energetic performances and feel-good sound.

Their Kashmir Café slot looks set to be one of Friday night's busiest.

5 Degrees North — Kashmir Café (10.55pm-11.35pm)

Bringing a mix of indie, rock and crowd-pleasing anthems, 5 Degrees North are another local act likely to attract plenty of support.

Expect a lively atmosphere as festival-goers begin gearing up for the late-night sessions.

Lewis Capaldi — Main Stage (10.25pm-11.55pm)

Friday night belongs to Lewis Capaldi. The Scottish superstar headlines the Main Stage with a catalogue packed full of emotional ballads, massive singalongs and chart-topping hits.

His performance is expected to be one of the biggest draws of the entire festival.

Tom Grennan — Big Top (11.55pm-12.55am)

As Lewis Capaldi finishes on the Main Stage, attention will quickly turn to the Big Top where Tom Grennan keeps the night alive.

With a string of major hits and a reputation for delivering high-energy performances, he'll provide the perfect soundtrack to a Friday night at Seaclose.

Haus Of Excess Cabaret — Cirque De La Quirk (9.20pm-9.40pm)

For those looking for something completely different, Haus Of Excess Cabaret promises a colourful, outrageous and unforgettable spectacle at Cirque De La Quirk.

JoJo And The Teeth — Kashmir Café (12.05am-12.55am)

One of the UK's fastest-rising blues-rock acts, JoJo And The Teeth have built a reputation for explosive live performances.

Their late-night Kashmir Café set could be one of the festival's best-kept secrets.

Ty ft. Miss Mesta — Cirque De La Quirk (12.30am-1.15am)

As the clock ticks into Saturday morning, Ty and Miss Mesta bring the beats to Cirque De La Quirk with a high-energy set designed for the night owls still roaming the site.

Spence & Friends — Kashmir Café (12.55am-1.55am)

For many, Friday won't officially end until Spence & Friends take over the Kashmir Café. Expect special guests, plenty of surprises and a fitting finale to the festival's first full day.

Friday Stage Times

Main Stage

• 4.10pm – 4.55pm — Ash

• 5.25pm – 6.10pm — Alessi Rose

• 6.40pm – 7.45pm — Two Door Cinema Club

• 8.20pm – 9.25pm — Wet Leg

• 10.25pm – 11.55pm — Lewis Capaldi

Big Top

• 4.00pm – 4.40pm — The Guest List

• 5.10pm – 5.50pm — Overpass

• 6.20pm – 7.05pm — Chloe Qisha

• 7.45pm – 8.30pm — Good Neighbours

• 9.25pm – 10.25pm — Perrie

• 11.55pm – 12.55am — Tom Grennan

River Stage

• 4.15pm – 4.45pm — Mathys

• 5.15pm – 5.45pm — Adult Cat

• 6.20pm – 6.50pm — Lady of Mars

• 7.25pm – 8.05pm — The Kut

• 8.35pm – 9.05pm — Neckbreakers

• 9.35pm – 10.35pm — Fletchr Fletchr

Kashmir Café

• 4.00pm – 4.35pm — Offbeat Offensive

• 4.55pm – 5.25pm — Weeks

• 5.45pm – 6.20pm — Georgia Nicole

• 6.40pm – 7.20pm — Moon Machine

• 7.40pm – 8.20pm — Eloise Carter

• 8.40pm – 9.20pm — Doug Alldred & The Silver Lining

• 9.45pm – 10.25pm — The Optimists

• 10.25pm – 10.55pm — Spence

• 10.55pm – 11.35pm — 5 Degrees North

• 11.35pm – 12.05am — Joe Nelson

• 12.05am – 12.55am — JoJo and the Teeth

• 12.55am – 1.55am — Spence & Friends

Cirque De La Quirk

• 4.00pm – 4.40pm — DMTree

• 4.40pm – 5.20pm — Ashkat

• 5.40pm – 6.20pm — The Dead Reds

• 6.20pm – 6.40pm — Dance Off

• 6.40pm – 7.20pm — Ziggy Phoenix

• 7.40pm – 8.20pm — Ella Morgan

• 8.40pm – 9.20pm — Beat Cleavage

• 9.20pm – 9.40pm — Haus Of Excess Cabaret

• 9.40pm – 10.20pm — Blame Molly

• 10.30pm – 11.30pm — Slamboree Soundsystem

• 11.30pm – 12.30am — Charlotte Devaney & The Narni Shakers

• 12.30am – 1.15am — Ty ft. Miss Mesta

• 1.15am – 2.00am — Raichu