Taking Off the Headphones and Taking the Stage: Countdown Has Begun for London Podcast Festival 2026!

Where were those who said “podcasts are just a passing fad”? Britain’s most established podcast gathering, the London Podcast Festival, returns to Kings Place at the heart of King’s Cross with its 11th edition this year!

Taking place between September 3 and 13, 2026, this giant 11-day marathon brings together the most ambitious names in British broadcasting on stage with live performances, spanning from gardening to absurd comedy, and history to literature. If you’re ready to take off your headphones and laugh in the same hall as the podcasters, let’s take a closer look at the festival highlights.

Fresh Air, Comedy, and Coffin Sounds: The Festival’s First Week

The festival marathon opens on September 4 by embracing nature. Caitlin Moran and Adam Frost from the Outsiding team set the outdoors aside this time to guest in the hall. Blending practical gardening tips with Moran’s endless humor, the program promises a truly “cozy” festival evening.

On Friday, September 6, Wooden Overcoats, one of the most beloved sitcoms in the podcast world, takes the stage. Carrying a P.G. Wodehouse vibe and set in a funeral home, the absurd comedy series will appear before the audience with an entirely new live episode titled “Rudyard On The Moon.” Furthermore, it is possible to access this performance via an online streaming option as well.

Opening the second week on September 11 is Jameela Jamil with Wrong Turns. Jamil is getting ready to joyfully celebrate everything that went wrong in her life, stories of humiliation, and moments full of “anti-inspiration” alongside her guests.

Saturday of Giants: The September 12 Stampede

The festival’s busiest day is undoubtedly Saturday, September 12. Throughout the day, three giant productions take over the stage back-to-back:

• Black Prose: Yolanthe Fawehinmi’s inspiring production hosting Black journalists, writers, lyricists, and rappers will be recorded live. As part of the episode, there is also a 5-minute interactive writing exercise and a Q&A session.

• No Such Thing As A Fish: Fact-hunters of the “No Such Thing” crew turned the massive wave of feedback from listeners into a new spin-off. Titled “Drop Us A Line,” this live performance will also take its place digitally with an online viewing option.

• Beef and Dairy Network: That legendary absurd comedy show, “the number one podcast for those involved or just interested in the production of beef animals and dairy herds,” leaves the Texas countryside behind and lands right in the heart of London. Those who miss the live performance of the show can stay glued to the screen via the online broadcast.

Mark September 3–13 on your calendar in advance to witness the kitchen of British broadcasting culture and meet in the same hall with your favorite podcasters!