Your Favourite Rock Artists Are Coming to Madrid for the 10th Anniversary of Mad Cool Festival

Mad Cool Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary from 8–11 July in Madrid with a line-up packed with some of the most important bands in international rock.

This year’s edition will feature artists such as Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Wolf Alice, The Black Crowes and Pixies, among many others.

If rock is your thing, mark these dates in your calendar, because Madrid will become the epicentre of the genre this summer.

Rock Concerts You Can’t Miss at Mad Cool Festival
 

Foo Fighters
 

Foo Fighters return to Spain for the first time since 2018. The band led by Dave Grohl will present their new album “Take Cover” at Mad Cool, while also revisiting the anthems that have made them one of the most important bands in contemporary rock.
 

Wolf Alice
 

Wolf Alice arrive with their acclaimed album “The Clearing” after being awarded Best Band of the Year at the Brit Awards. One of the most exciting acts in today’s alternative rock scene.

Kings of Leon
 

The return of Kings of Leon to Mad Cool Festival promises to be one of the most anticipated moments of the event. Classics like “Sex on Fire” and “Use Somebody” will be heard alongside their latest releases.

The Last Dinner Party
 

The Last Dinner Party are one of the most talked-about bands right now. Their songs already perform brilliantly on streaming platforms, but it’s on stage where their sound truly shines — especially with tracks from their latest album “From The Pyre”.

The Black Crowes
 

The Black Crowes’ roots-driven American rock will return to Madrid. Blues, guitars and classics from their legendary album “Shake Your Money Maker” are all part of a live show that’s pure rock history.
 

The Warning
 

From Mexico, The Warning bring one of the most powerful rock acts of the moment. The trio has become a genuine international phenomenon, and their set promises to be one of the festival’s highlights.

Pixies
 

Pixies celebrate 40 years of music with a very special tour that will also stop at Mad Cool Festival. A unique opportunity to hear some of the most influential anthems in alternative rock performed live.

Jehnny Beth
 

Jehnny Beth arrives at the festival with her brand-new album, from which we’ve already heard previews such as “Look At Me”.

A Perfect Circle
 

The powerful live show of A Perfect Circle is one of those concerts you have to experience at least once. A band with a unique identity that blends intensity, atmosphere and great songwriting.

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
 

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds will perform at Mad Cool Festival for the first time on Saturday 11 July, ready to mesmerise audiences with their unmistakable style. It will also be a special chance to hear both their latest releases and classic tracks.

The War On Drugs
 

One of the most celebrated bands of recent years — many fans will fondly remember their performance at Mad Cool 2022. Madrid audiences will once again be able to enjoy classics such as “Red Eyes” and “Pain”.

Interpol
 

One of the biggest draws of the Mad Cool Festival 2026 line-up is the American band Interpol — one of the leading names in alternative rock — returning to Madrid with huge anticipation.
 

New Rock Bands to Discover at Mad Cool
 

Mad Cool Festival also makes space for discovering new rock talent. Bands such as Palaye Royale, Karen Dio, Dogstar and Villanelle could easily become your next favourite group.

In addition, the winners of Mad Cool Talent — Los Blody, Tape Visitors, Break The Senses and Bad Tomato — will also be part of the line-up.

The Best Rock in Madrid This Summer

The 10th anniversary of Mad Cool Festival promises to be one of the biggest musical events of the year in Spain.

From 8–11 July at the Iberdrola Music venue in Madrid, thousands of fans will enjoy some of the best rock concerts on the international scene.

See you this summer to celebrate the best live rock at Mad Cool Festival.