Parklife 2026 returned to Heaton Park for its second day on Sunday, June 21, with headliners Zara Larsson and Calvin Harris drawing massive crowds. The festival saw temperatures soar as fans dressed in bandanas, low-rise jeans, and sports shirts, many inspired by the Swedish pop star.
Early Sets and New Panorama Stage
From doors opening at 1pm, attendees enjoyed performances from Clementine Douglas, Fumi, Diffrent, Luuk Van Dijk, and American house legend Armand Van Helden. Sheffield producer Silva Bumpa played to a huge crowd at the new Panorama stage, which features a 100-metre curved LED screen. The stage replaces the Hangar this year and allows fans to appear behind the DJ booth.
Five Main Stages and Unique Venues
Across five main stages and three smaller stages—including a convenience store called Bossmans—festival-goers enjoyed the sunny weather and party vibes. As afternoon turned to evening, Rudimental, Chloe Cailet, Arthi, Omar+, Ewan McVicar, Kettama, and LP Rhythm raised the energy before headliners Chris Stussy, Calvin Harris, and Zara Larsson took the stage.
Fashion Trends: Zara Larsson Core
Fashion on day two shifted from Saturday's bohemian chic to what attendees called 'Zara Larsson core,' with sparkles and sequins dominating. The crowd, estimated in the tens of thousands, included groups representing Scotland and other regions.
Photo Gallery Highlights
A gallery of 80 photos captured the day, featuring Zara Larsson's energetic performance, Rudimental's set, and fans enjoying the festival. Images by Kenny Brown for Manchester Evening News show the vibrant atmosphere, with many attendees posing for pictures.
