Summer brings a vibrant lineup of music festivals across the UK, offering options for rock enthusiasts, ravers, and those seeking relaxed vibes. From major events in London to electronic spectacles in Cheshire, fans have diverse choices. This guide covers key details including dates, headliners, and ticket availability for the top festivals.
BST Hyde Park
Location: Hyde Park, London
Dates: June 27 to July 11
Headliners include Garth Brooks, Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, Pitbull, Duran Duran, and Lewis Capaldi. Support acts feature Kesha, Scissor Sisters, and OneRepublic. This annual series of concerts draws massive crowds. Tickets are available now, with Justin Bieber in discussions to perform following his Coachella headline slot.
Creamfields
Location: Daresbury Estate, Cheshire
Dates: August 27-30 (Bank Holiday weekend)
Headliners: Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia, Disclosure, Sonny Fodera, and Underworld. The electronic extravaganza boasts over 250 acts across 30 stages, including Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, Carl Cox, Amelie Lens, and CamelPhat. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, tickets and camping options are on sale.
Lovebox Festival
Location: Dreamland, Margate
Dates: May 29-30
Headliners: Rudimental, Groove Armada, Scissor Sisters, Friendly Fires, Jayda G, DJ EZ, Horse Meat Disco, Girls Don’t Sync, and 4am Kru. The iconic festival relocates to Margate, blending legacy acts with fresh talent. Tickets are available now.
Download Festival
Location: Donington Park, Derby
Dates: June 10-14
Headliners: Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, and Guns N’ Roses, alongside top metal acts. Over 90 bands perform at this premier rock and metal event. Tickets are on sale.
Reading and Leeds Festivals
Locations: Richfield Avenue, Reading; Bramham Park, Leeds
Dates: August 28-30
Headliners: Fontaines D.C., Charli XCX, Skepta, RAYE, Dave, Sombr, Chase & Status, Florence + The Machine, and MODEL. Additional acts include ADELA, Finessekid, Loyle Carner, and Chloe Quisha. Tickets are available now.
Parklife
Location: Heaton Park, Manchester
Dates: June 20-21
Headliners: Calvin Harris, Sammy Virji, Skepta, Zara Larsson, Rudimental, Chris Stussy, and Nia Archives. This event mixes rap, dance, R&B, and pop. Final tickets remain on sale.
BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend
Location: Herrington Country Park, Sunderland
Dates: May 22-24
Headliners: Fatboy Slim, Fisher, MK, Sonny Fodera, Zara Larsson, Lola Young, Ellie Goulding, Louis Tomlinson, James Blake, Olivia Dean, and Dermot Kennedy. A powerhouse of UK and international talent. Tickets are on sale.
Isle of Wight Festival
Location: Seaclose Park, Newport
Dates: June 18-21
Headliners: Lewis Capaldi, Calvin Harris, The Cure, Teddy Swims, Rita Ora, Rick Astley, Tom Grennan, Perrie, and Joel Corry. Day and weekend tickets are available now.
CarFest
Location: Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire
Dates: August 28-30
Headliners: Jessie J, Tom Jones, Nile Rodgers, Rick Astley, Sugababes, James Morrison, Gok Wan, and Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Family-focused with KidsFest, FoodFest, and camping options. Tickets are on sale.
All Points East
Location: Victoria Park, London
Dates: August 22-30
Headliners: Lorde, Zara Larsson, PinkPantheress, Deftones, IDLES, Amyl and the Sniffers, Tyler, The Creator, Rex Orange County, Twenty One Pilots, and Jorja Smith. Tickets are available now.
Camp Bestival
Location: Lulworth Castle, Dorset
Dates: July 30 to August 2
Headliners: Self Esteem, Billy Ocean, Black Grape, Bastille, Example, Sara Cox, Fatboy Slim, De La Soul, and Brooke Combe. A family-friendly camping festival with diverse entertainment. Tickets are on sale.
Neighbourhood Weekender
Location: Victoria Park, Warrington
Dates: May 23-24
Headliners: Richard Ashcroft, Kaiser Chiefs, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Melanie C, and Example. Features three stages and local vendors. Tickets are available now.
Lytham Festival
Location: Lytham Green, Lancashire
Dates: July 1-5
Headliners: Teddy Swims, Michael Bublé, Pitbull, Scissor Sisters, and Lil Jon. This five-day event draws over 120,000 attendees. Tickets are on sale.
Latitude Festival
Location: Henham Park, Suffolk
Dates: July 23-26
Headliners: Teddy Swims, Lewis Capaldi, Billy Ocean, Tom Grennan, and Wet Leg. Combines music, comedy, theatre, poetry, and wellness in a family-friendly setting. Tickets are available now.
