The summer of 2027 will see Victoria Park in London transformed into a vibrant celebration of queer-focused pop and indie music. All Points East (APE) has confirmed that American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers will close the festival on Friday 27 August, marking her first appearance on the APE stage. The announcement follows a tradition of LGBTQIA+-friendly headliners such as Lorde and Mitski, reinforcing the festival’s reputation as a safe haven for diverse audiences.
Headliner and her recent milestones
Bridgers arrives at the festival fresh from a prolific period. In August of the previous year she released her third solo record, Lost Weekend, an album praised for its raw lyricism and intricate arrangements. The release sparked a global arena tour, set to resume in Europe with former Black Country, New Road frontman Isaac Wood as a special guest. In addition to her musical exploits, Bridgers has stepped onto the silver screen, debuting in the A24 film Primetime, which opens in cinemas on 30 October. Her appearance at APE will be part of the “Lost Tour” that also features intimate, phone-free shows in Bristol, Brighton and Kingston.
All-female supporting roster and LGBTQIA+ representation
Joining Bridgers on the bill is a carefully curated group of artists who embody queer visibility. Caroline Polachek, an outspoken ally, will perform hits like “So Hot You’re Hurting My Feelings.” Multi-instrumentalist Kelsey Lu, who identifies as non-binary, brings a genre-bending set that blends classical technique with electronic textures. Rising vocalist Danielle Ponder will add soulful depth, while Manchester-based jasmine.4.t will present material from her debut album You Are The Morning, an autobiographical record that explores trans womanhood. The lineup underscores APE’s commitment to gender-diverse talent and resonates with the readership of DIVA, a media outlet now operating under the DIVA Charitable Trust.
Ticket tiers, sales schedule and charitable partnership
Fans can secure access through a tiered ticket system. Prices start at £79.95 for General Admission, with a Primary Entry option at £89.95 that grants earlier entry to the grounds. For those seeking memorabilia, a Premium Bundle priced at £169.95 pairs a Primary Entry ticket with exclusive merchandise such as a T-shirt, lanyard, sticker set and a custom tote bag. Accessibility is addressed through a Ground Level Viewing Area and a Raised Viewing Platform, both priced at £79.95, catering to disabled patrons with optional PA support. The ticket pre-sale opens on Wednesday 28 October at 10 am, followed by a general sale on Thursday 29 October at 10 am. All sales are processed via the official ticket partner.
Beyond the festival experience, Bridgers’ European arena leg will partner with the charity PLUS1. For every ticket sold on that leg, €1/£1 will be donated to local organisations that aid survivors of sexual assault and gender-based violence, extending the impact of the music beyond the stage.
