Aidonia and Elephant Man Added to City Splash Festival 2026 Lineup

Dancehall heavyweights join the second wave ahead of the festival’s May 25 return to Brockwell Park, alongside Beres Hammond, Jada Kingdom and Gyptian

Dancehall heavyweights added to second wave as both set for London return (Photo: Stony Johnson)

City Splash Festival, one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of Caribbean and African culture, has unveiled the second wave of artists for its 2026 lineup, confirming dancehall heavyweights Aidonia and Elephant Man for May 25.

Both deejays are set to return to the UK following appearances at Sandz Caribbean Music Festival last year, with Aidonia’s return marking a continuation of his major UK run after his first performance on British soil in 18 years, followed by two additional shows across the country. This May, Aidonia takes the City Splash stage in London as part of a celebration of over two decades of hits, culture, and high-energy performances, reaffirming his status as one of Jamaica’s most electrifying live acts.

Also joining the lineup is the Jamaican “Energy God” Elephant Man, whose catalogue of timeless dancehall anthems including “Pon de River, Pon de Bank,” “Signal Di Plane,” “Willie Bounce,” and “Nuh Linga,” has made him a guaranteed crowd favourite. Fans can expect a full dose of signature energy when he touches the City Splash stage in 2026.

Aidonia and Elephant Man join a strong first wave of confirmed acts, headlined by lovers rock icon Beres Hammond, who returns to the UK after eight years, alongside veteran reggae singer Gyptian and dancehall star Jada Kingdom. The festival returns to Brockwell Park, London, on May 25, continuing its mission to spotlight the global influence of Caribbean and African music and culture.