BILBAO BBK LIVE

Set in the incomparable enclave of Kobetamendi, with Bilbao at its feet, Bilbao BBK Live celebrates its 20th edition in 2026, having established itself as a benchmark that transcends music to connect landscape, culture and community. 

 Once again, this year, just a stone's throw from Bilbao, the event will attract thousands of people in search of the most exciting pop and electronic rhythms on the scene. 

The festival takes place in an idyllic natural setting with seven stages evoking different themes and atmospheres. All this is combined with a varied culinary selection and a philosophy of sustainability.

Robbie Williams, the British pop icon, will bring his Long 90's Tour to Kobetamendi for the first time. Robbie will perform two complete albums:  Life Thru A Lens and Britpop

David Byrne promises to break the mould and leave his mark, while IDLES will be uncontrollable. Lily Allen will perform the entire West End Girl album. Featuring Alabama Shakes with the unmistakable voice of Brittany Howard, and Charlotte de Witte. Alongside them, Interpol completes the list of essentials shaping the festival's 20th anniversary.

Belle and Sebastian, CMAT and the pop-folk introspection of Paris Paloma are acts capable of crossing genres and generations.

Electronic music will shine with the following acts: Richie Hawtin, Tomora, Soulwax and Apparat. 

On the national front: Dani Fernández, Belén Aguilera, La M.O.D.A. and Xoel López – a key figure in independent Spanish-language pop. Ralphie Choo, Bb trickz, Juicy BAE and AMORE. Also featuring Yerai Cortés and Queralt Lahoz (flamenco); Depresión Sonora y Las Petunias; and Cervatana.

In this edition, the Mediterranean sounds of Nu Genea Live will transport us to Italy, passing through the vitality of French pop with ZAZ and the powerful voice of Malian artist Fatoumata Diawara. Thee Sacred Souls, Mind Enterprises, Carpetman, Folk Bitch Trio, Hoonine, Don West and Mietze Conte.

And we cannot forget that local talent such as Sara Zozaya, Aimarz, Marte Lasarte, GAR and Suave have a special place in the festival.

How to get to the festival?

A free shuttle bus service guarantees quick and comfortable direct access to the Kobetamendi venue and the return trip throughout the night. The shuttles are located at two points: the EITB headquarters on Calle Capuchinos (Bilbao) and BEC! (Bilbao Exhibition Centre), next to the Ansio Metro station in Barakaldo.

To board the bus, it is mandatory to wear the festival wristband.

For Bilbao BBK Live, BEC! is providing a dedicated car park with 70 spaces for motorhomes, should you intend to arrive via this type of transport. Additionally, Metro Bilbao offers special services throughout the entire festival.

Take advantage of the facilities at your fingertips and experience the year's most exciting music event in total comfort!

Furher informatiom

Bilbao BBK Live

If you are going to travel to Bizkaia around these dates and you are looking for accommodation in the area, we suggest a range of alternatives in Getxo, just 20 minutes from Bilbao city centre, where furthermore, you can enjoy the Basque coast, the beach and the sea breeze.

Where to sleep in Getxo

Where to eat in Getxo

Going out for Pintxos in Getxo

Plans to enjoy Getxo

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