The 2026 Mercury Prize Is Awarded in Newcastle
Utilita Arena, Arena Way, Grainger Town, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East, England, NE4 7NA, United Kingdom
British Phonographic Industry
SCHEDULED78% CONFIDENCEThe Mercury Prize[1][3], 30 July 2026: 'The 2026 Awards Show will be held on Thursday 22nd October at the Utilita Arena, Newcastle ... culminating in the announcement of the overall winner'.
The Mercury Prize for the best British or Irish album of the year is awarded at Newcastle's Utilita Arena, from a shortlist of 12 including Paul McCartney, RAYE, Olivia Dean, Dave, Florence + The Machine and Suede.
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