The Day Has Finally Arrived: Garth Brooks Returns to the UK at BST Hyde Park

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The wait is finally over for UK country fans. After nearly three decades away from British concert stages, Garth Brooks returns to London today (June 27) to headline BST Hyde Park in what promises to be one of the biggest country music events the UK has seen in years.

Brooks tops a packed country-heavy bill featuring Zac Brown Band, Ashley McBryde, The Shires, Alexandra Kay, Jackson Dean, Leah Blevins, Mae Estes, McGrath and more across the Hyde Park stages.

What time does Garth Brooks take the stage?

According to the official BST Hyde Park schedule, Brooks is due on the Great Oak Stage at 8.40pm and is expected to perform until around 10.20pm. Gates open at 2pm for general admission ticket holders, while Primary Entry and VIP guests can enter from approximately 1pm. Last entry is 8.30pm.

Great Oak Stage

  • The Shires – 2.50pm
  • Alexandra Kay – 3.50pm
  • Ashley McBryde – 4.55pm
  • Zac Brown Band – 6.40pm
  • Garth Brooks – 8.40pm

Rainbow Stage

  • Crowe Boys – 3.20pm
  • Mae Estes – 4.20pm
  • Jackson Dean – 5.55pm

Birdcage Stage

  • McGrath – 3.20pm
  • Chanel Yates – 4.20pm
  • Leah Blevins – 5.55pm

Set times remain subject to change on the day.

Are there still tickets available?

General admission tickets are sold out through some primary outlets, but a limited number of tickets remain available through official partners and resale platforms. Fans still hoping to attend should check the official BST Hyde Park ticketing channels and authorised resale sites before travelling.

What songs is Garth Brooks likely to play?

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While every Garth Brooks show is different, recent festival appearances suggest fans can expect a career-spanning set packed with classics. Songs performed during a recent US festival appearance included:

  • Rodeo
  • The River
  • The Thunder Rolls
  • Unanswered Prayers
  • Callin’ Baton Rouge
  • Friends in Low Places
  • The Dance
  • Two Piña Coladas

alongside a handful of crowd-pleasing cover versions.

For many UK fans, hearing “Friends in Low Places”, “The Dance” and “The Thunder Rolls” live will be a once-in-a-generation opportunity. Brooks has not played a full concert in England for more than 30 years, making today’s BST Hyde Park appearance one of the most significant country music events of 2026.

Festival Map – BST Hyde Park

Essential BST Hyde Park information

BST Hyde Park operates a strict bag policy. Only small bags smaller than A4 size are permitted. Outside food and drink are generally prohibited, although sealed plastic water bottles up to 1500ml (1.5l) are allowed, along with empty water bottles (metal or plastic) which can be refilled at the free refill points. Selfie sticks, large umbrellas, professional camera equipment, drones and other prohibited items will not be admitted. The show is all standing. Seats and chairs of any kind are not permitted. No re-admission is strictly enforced – once you’re in, you’re in!

With temperatures forecast to remain high throughout the afternoon and evening, concert-goers are advised to stay hydrated, wear sun cream and plan journeys carefully.

The weekend of Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June has a closure on the Piccadilly line. There will be no services at all on the Saturday and Sunday through Hyde Park Corner and Knightsbridge stations. Green Park station will still operate with Victoria and Jubilee lines only. Use the TFL website to plot alternative routes and stay up to date.

For country music fans across the UK, today marks a historic return. After years of speculation and anticipation, Garth Brooks is finally back on a British stage.

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