Terminal V confirms more Scottish artists for 2026 Edinburgh festival
Terminal V has announced a fresh wave of emerging Scottish talent for its 2026 festival in Edinburgh – and launched a new DJ competition that could see local newcomers perform in front of thousands this spring.
Scotland’s largest electronic music event returns to the Royal Highland Centre & Showground on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April 2026, with organisers confirming a raft of homegrown artists for its dedicated Lab stage, alongside final support additions across the wider site.
The Lab stage has been created specifically to champion new and emerging Scottish acts, giving local artists a major platform across both days of the festival.
Newly announced names for Saturday include AKA Display, Deja, DJ Plane Spotter, Drew Stacey, Gallo, Jodie Mooney, Link City, Macha, Mixfits, TheBoyBennie, TRKN, Swanny and Vivace.
On Sunday, the spotlight shifts to Ali Overdrive, Archie Holmes, Arwen, Borley, Br.icko, D-Angage, DV60, Disco Tits, Gally, Groove FM, KMD, Mily B and Shepherd, reflecting the depth of emerging electronic music coming through Scotland right now.
As well as the Lab announcements, Terminal V has confirmed a final round of support additions across the weekend. Miss Frenxh has been added to Area V on Saturday, with Emilija and SHVDZ joining The Terminal, and Reece Pritchard appearing on Greenhouse. On Sunday, new names include LAÜZ on Area V, ASLØ in the Hangar, Hannah Doc on Greenhouse, plus a collaborative set from Tais-Toi x Sweeney on The Terminal.
Beatport-backed DJ competition launches
Organisers also revealed a new partnership with Beatport Live which will introduce a DJ competition offering emerging artists the chance to play at the festival.
The prize is a slot on The Block – Beatport Live’s touring shipping container stage concept – which will make its Scottish debut at Terminal V 2026. The stage is set to host a secret guest line-up, alongside competition winners selected from open submissions.
Full details of the competition are expected to be announced soon, with aspiring DJs encouraged to sign up now to be first in line when entries open.
£1 million investment and 40,000 expected
Now firmly established as one of Europe’s leading techno festivals, Terminal V 2026 will feature more than 100 artists across six stages, with up to 40,000 attendees expected across the weekend.
Organisers say the event includes a £1 million investment into site infrastructure and production, as the festival continues to grow while placing a focus on supporting local and emerging talent alongside international names.
Tickets for Terminal V 2026 are available via Skiddle, with organisers urging fans to move quickly as the final few remain.