Positive reaction as Victorious Festival reveals 'cracking' bill with readers saying it's the 'best lineup in years'
Rave reviews have been pouring in after Portsmouth’s three day music extravaganza - Victorious Festival - announced its lineup on Thursday.
Victorious Festival has had people in raptures this week following the exciting announcement that Richard Ashcroft, The Black Keys and Kasabian will all be headlining next year.
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The lineup, which was announced on November 27, revealed the headliners will be joined by a star studded bill including the likes of Scissor Sisters, The Vaccines, Bastille, Nile Rogers and Chic, The Streets, Sigrid and Rudimental.
Andy Marsh, lead booker at Victorious, said: “We are so proud of the lineup we’ve curated for 2026. From rock royalty that will have the crowd bouncing to disco, funk and dance that will have the whole family singing along and up dancing, the bill really does span every genre and promises something unforgettable for every member of our audience.
“Every year, our incredibly passionate team works tirelessly to create a unique weekend on the seafront and it’s great to see friends and family come together and make lasting memories in Southsea. We can’t wait to welcome you all again next year, it’s going to be one to remember.”
And the announcement has gone down a treat with people dubbing it the best lineup yet.
Paul Alland wrote on The News social media, saying: “Great line up, glad I got the early bird 3 day pass.”
MJ Deano added: “That is decent line up for a festival that size. Best they have had.”
Adam Humphreys also said: “Best line up in years.”
Dan McClumpha wrote: “Absolutely Delighted! What a lineup.”
Graham Benton added: “Cracking line up.”
Set times will be confirmed in due course but Victorious has already revealed what stages the headliners will perform on:
Friday, August 28:
Richard Ashcroft – Common Stage (Headline)
Scissor Sisters - Common Stage (Penultimate Act)
Faithless – Castle Stage (Headliner)
Saturday, August 29:
The Black Keys – Common Stage (Headliner)
Nile Rodgers and Chic - Common Stage (Penultimate Act)
Bastille – Castle Stage (Headliner)
Sunday, August 30:
Kasabian – Common Stage (Headliner)
The Streets – Common Stage (Penultimate Act)
Basement Jaxx– Castle Stage (Headliner)