March 23, 2026 by [The Nation](https://thenationonlineng.net/author/oamen/)

Music sensation Davido has announced his inaugural festival, “Davido & Friends,” scheduled for London’s Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14, 2026.
The event is part of the venue’s “Palace Bowl Presents” summer series.
In an Instagram post on Monday, the artist declared, “For the first time, I present to you… Davido & Friends Festival.
“It’s going down at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14th.”
Davido will headline and curate the festival lineup, which will feature a yet-to-be-revealed list of artists.
The festival, running from July 31 to August 16, 2026, promises a vibrant atmosphere with food, fashion, and community elements.
The announcement follows Davido’s successful 5IVE Tour across Africa and Europe, which promoted his fifth studio album, 5IVE.
The tour included performances in multiple Nigerian cities and other international locations, including Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Enugu, Ibadan, and Lagos, from October to December.
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