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Discovery Festival - Plymouth transforms Central Park from June 12-14, 2026, into a temple of British retro-futurism. This marathon three-day edition celebrates the indelible legacy of the 80s with an eclectic program mixing [new-wave](/genres/new-wave), [synth-pop](/genres/synth-pop), and [jazz-funk](/genres/jazz-funk). Headliners include the legendary [Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark](/artists/orchestral-manoeuvres-in-the-dark), architects of the [electro](/genres/electro) sound that continues to influence the contemporary electronic scene, and [Level 42](/artists/level-42), whose [jazz-fusion](/genres/jazz-fusion) grooves remain essential. The festival also welcomes [Kim Wilde](/artists/kim-wilde), international icon of [dance-pop](/genres/dance-pop) with her planetary hits, [Nik Kershaw](/artists/nik-kershaw), virtuoso of melodic [pop](/genres/pop), [Johnny Hates Jazz](/artists/johnny-hates-jazz), refined ambassadors of [sophisti-pop](/genres/sophisti-pop), and [Altered Images](/artists/altered-images), emblematic figures of Scottish [post-punk](/genres/post-punk). Over three full days, Plymouth becomes the European crossroads for nostalgics and neo-fans of this revolutionary decade. The park's central location facilitates access while offering a relaxed atmosphere perfect for rediscovering these classics live. Between energetic performances and moments of collective emotion, [Discovery Festival](/festivals/discovery-festival-plymouth-2026) promises an unforgettable weekend celebrating the synthetic golden age of British music.