Snow Patrol to make huge return to Eden Sessions stage in 2026

The 2026 date marks 20 years since the band first took to the Eden Sessions stage. They also returned for a special series of September Sessions in 2021.

The band, which formed in Dundee, Scotland, has released eight studio albums, with Final Straw (2003) marking their major-label breakthrough. The five-time Platinum record became one of the UK’s biggest albums of 2004. The follow-up, Eyes Open (2006), cemented the band’s place in music history. It provided the huge hit, Chasing Cars, which was named the most played song on UK radio in the 21st Century, and the last song to be performed live on BBC’s Top of the Pops in 2006. 

The latest album, The Forest is the Path (2024), went to number one in the UK and continues to deliver their cinematic sound and heartfelt lyricism. 

With seven Meteor Ireland Music Awards, and BRIT and Grammy nominations under their belt, Snow Patrol carries its legacy forward through today’s ensemble of Nathan Connolly, founding member Gary Lightbody and Johnny McDaid.

Simon Townsend, Eden Sessions director, said: "Snow Patrol defined the 00s post-Britpop era, and it’s incredible to be welcoming them back to the Eden Sessions stage 20 years on from their first acclaimed show and during Eden’s landmark 25th year. Judging by their previous two performances, this one promises to be nothing short of spectacular.” 

The Eden Project is a unique cultural venue, combining world-class horticulture and show-stopping artists. As part of the Eden Sessions experience, all ticket holders also get free two-day access to the gardens and Biomes - on the day of the show and the day after. 

Already announced for next year’s Sessions are Becky Hill (June 20), Pixies (June 26), Bowling for Soup and Frank Turner (July 5), Bastille (July 9) and The Maccabees (July 11).

Tickets for Snow Patrol at the Eden Project on Thursday, June 18, 2026, cost £71.00 plus a £9.30 booking fee and are available through www.edensessions.com. 

Tickets are on sale to Inside Track pass-holders now. The general ticket sale opens at 3pm on Monday, December 8, 2025. 

In January 2025, Volvo Car UK extended its partnership as the Presenting Partner of the Eden Sessions and Official Electric Car Partner of the Eden Project.