LINCOLN CASTLE READY FOR THEIR BIGGEST CONCERN SERIES YET

Anne Kelly Published: June 2026 | Updated: June 2026 3 minutes read

Lincoln is preparing to turn up the volume as the city gets ready to welcome some of the biggest names in music to Lincoln Castle for its biggest open-air concert series yet.

Synth‑pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) will launch the record-breaking summer season this week, opening TK Maxx presents Live At Lincoln Castle with a huge headline show on Thursday June 11.

They’ll be joined on the night by very special guests post-punk legends Peter Hook & The Light and rising indie star Andrew Cushin, marking the start of a spectacular run of 12 headline shows featuring almost 30 artists.

Final tickets are on sale now from lincolncastle.com

Gates for each show open at 6pm, with entertainment expected to finish around 10.30pm.

General admission and accessible entry: Eastgate entrance, Castle Hill
VIP entry: Westgate entrance, Union Road
Box Office: Castle Square, open 4pm–9.30pm on show days

With final preparations underway, the city is ready to welcome a host of global music stars. Alongside OMD, this year’s line-up also includes Pete Tong Ibiza Classics, Paul Weller, McFLY, Alex James’ Britpop Classical, Madness, Billy Ocean, Tom Grennan, Rick Astley, Deacon Blue, Bowling For Soup and Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls, and David Gray.

Cuffe & Taylor promoter Mark Harrison said: “This year’s programme is our biggest at Lincoln Castle yet, and it shows just how special this venue has become on the UK live music circuit. We’re incredibly proud to bring such a diverse line‑up of world‑class artists to the city and create unforgettable nights for fans in such a stunning setting. We can’t wait to welcome people from across the region and beyond.”

The headline concerts are part of an ongoing partnership between Lincolnshire County Council and Live Nation promoters Cuffe and Taylor to bring world class artists to perform in this historic location.

Cllr Natalie Oliver, executive councillor for culture at Lincolnshire County Council, added: “Your Live at Lincoln Castle countdown starts here! What better way to kickstart your summer than by soaking up incredible performances from some of music’s biggest stars – all in the stunning surroundings of Lincoln’s medieval castle. Whether you live close by or are travelling from across the county and beyond, we are so excited to welcome you and showcase everything our beautiful, historic city has to offer.”