Wireless 2018 - who's in the festival line-up, why has DJ Khaled pulled out and will Drake appear?

August 29, 2024

WIRELESS festival is taking place in London this weekend and features an all-star line-up.

But, who's on the bill...and can you still get tickets? Let's take a look...

Drake makes surprise appearance and headlines with the Scorpion album song God's Plan at Wireless Festival after DJ Khaled cancels headline set

When is Wireless 2018 and who's in the festival line-up?

Wireless is one of the capital's biggest celebrations of urban music, and has been drawing crowds for 13 years.

Wireless 2018 takes place in Finsbury Park between July 6-8.

J Cole took the stage on Friday, while Stormzy topped the bill on the Saturday night.

DJ Khaled was set to bring things to a close on the Sunday night.

But just hours before he was due to take the stage, the hitmaker pulled out, citing "travel issues".

The line-up also includes French Montana, Giggs, J Hus, Migos, Post Malone, Rick Ross and Wiley.

However, the news came before DJ Khaled's 11th-hour withdrawal from his headlining slot.

A source said: “Drake is known for his surprise appearances, having performed at the Reading festival and London’s Xoyo last year.

“But he’s now planning his biggest surprise to tie in with the launch of his latest album.

“Giggs and DJ Khaled have asked him to come out on stage with them on Sunday as they bring the festival to a close.

"Drake is already in London for a party for his brand OVO on Saturday so it was the perfect timing to squeeze in a performance.

“With 50,000 music fans attending it’s the perfect place to showcase his album and thank fans for their support.”

The Wireless Festival poster

Weekend tickets are priced at £160, but individual day tickets cost upwards of £55.

However, the event is sold out well in advance.

The organisers advised buying any returns from seatwave.

Cardi B was due to play at Wireless festival but cancelled after announcing her pregnancy.

The rapper revealed on Saturday Night Live in April 2018 that she's expecting her first child with her fiancé Offset.

As she performed her song Be Careful the camera panned out revealing her pregnancy bump in a tight, white dress.

Wireless festival announced that she would no longer be performing via an Instagram post.

They said: "Huge news over the weekend! Congratulations to @iamcardib !

"Unfortunately this means she won't be performing at Wireless this year."

Cardi B is expected to give birth to a baby girl in early July.

Wireless is not a camping festival.
It is not suitable for young children. Children under 5 (aged 4 or below) are not permitted..
Children under 16 years old (aged 5 -15) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (18 or over) at all times and will need a full-price ticket..
You can take snacks and soft drinks into the festival .
Large bags are not allowed to be taken into the festival. There are no cloakroom or storage facilities.

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