The 2024 lineup was headlined by three powerhouse acts, two of whom made their debut in the top slots.
Download Festival 2024, held from 14–16 June at its spiritual home of , marked a significant turning point in the festival's 21-year history. Moving away from the "heritage" acts that often dominate the bill, the 2024 edition prioritised newer talent and a more eclectic range of genres, from heavy metal icons to 2000s pop-punk stars. The 2024 Main Stage Headliners download 2024 headliners