Ready for some amazing music and delicious street food? Look no further as festival season is almost back! Music lovers and ravers can now get their hands on tickets for some of this year's biggest outdoor events which are making a sensational return to our fields.
Whether you're chasing chart-topping headliners, discovering new artists or simply in it for the atmosphere, these festivals promise the ultimate summer soundtrack. Here is our guide to the best festivals that will take place this summer, and beyond... Time to get those wellies out!
Camp Kindling
Looking for a family weekend that goes beyond the usual days out and predictable family breaks?
Camp Kindling is a one-of-a-kind family adventure festival, where parents and children dive headfirst into new experiences, shared adventures and the kind of memories that become family folklore. Set within the Heritage Pine Forest near Sevenoaks, Kent, about 40 minutes by train from London Victoria, it brings together the excitement of a festival with the adventure of summer camp, creating a weekend the whole family genuinely enjoys together.
With 100 activities and 50 performances across the whole weekend, including live music, comedy, theatre and campfire stories, the weekend is packed with opportunities to discover new hobbies, challenge yourselves and make core memories together.
At the heart of Camp Kindling is its Patrol system, with every family joining the Fearless Foxes, Bonkers Badgers, Heroic Hawks or Stealthy Squirrels on arrival. Throughout the weekend, ‘Patrols’ take on brilliantly bonkers challenges to win points towards the coveted Kindling Cup, creating an instant sense of team spirit and community.
Whether your family loves getting active, being creative or trying something completely new, there's something for every age and confidence level.
Families can spend the day learning circus skills, flying trapeze, stand-up paddleboarding, raft building, tree climbing, archery and bushcraft, or slow things down with pottery sessions, wood whittling, bread baking, Flower Headdresses, tie dye and creative crafts, just to name a few.
Little adventurers can enjoy everything from soft play to Nerf Battles for 3 to 5-year-olds, while older children can dial up the adventure with Parkour, Air Drop, a 200m Zipline, Climbing Wall and Tree Canopy Gondola, or take on Gel Blasters, SPYRA Water Blasters, Archery Battles and Laser Clay. Budding performers can even take to the stage at the Youth Open Mic.
Accommodation ranges from General Camping, where you can pitch your own tent for free, to convenient Pre-Pitched Camping with everything ready for your arrival. For a more luxurious stay, Boutique Camping offers spacious Bell and Emperor Tents, private facilities and 24-hour concierge, while those bringing their own campervan or caravan can book a dedicated Live-In Vehicle pitch.
When the sun sets, the festival transforms with live music, DJs, comedy, storytelling, campfires and family-friendly entertainment, making it just as magical after dark.
From babies and toddlers through to teenagers and adults, Camp Kindling is designed for the whole family to adventure together, while giving older children the freedom to explore more independently throughout the day.
Kent, August 13th-16 2027 - campkindling.co.uk
Camp Wildfire
Looking for a weekend that makes you feel like a kid again, while giving you the chance to make the kind of memories and friendships that last long after summer is over?
Camp Wildfire is a one-of-a-kind adults-only adventure festival built around doing more, trying new things and connecting with people away from the routines of everyday life. Set within a beautiful
Heritage Pine Forest near Sevenoaks, Kent, about 40 minutes from Victoria station and a short shuttlebus from there - it combines all the nostalgia and freedom of summer camp with the music, energy and late nights of a festival.
With more than 100 daytime activities and 50+ performances, including DJs, comedians and brilliant talks across the weekend, Camp Wildfire is a chance to throw yourself into experiences you’d (probably) never normally try, meet new people along the way and make lifelong memories together.
At the heart of Camp Wildfire, is its Patrol system, with every camper joining the Fearless Foxes, Bonkers Badgers, Heroic Hawks or Stealthy Squirrels on arrival. Throughout the weekend, Patrols take on brilliantly bonkers challenges to win points towards the coveted Wildfire Cup, creating an instant sense of team spirit and community. It means that even if you arrive knowing nobody, you immediately have a team to belong to and plenty of excuses to get talking to new people.
Whether you arrive solo, with your best friends, your partner or a whole group, the weekend is designed to bring people together. Days are spent learning new skills, taking on challenges and getting completely out of your comfort zone, while evenings turn into nights of music, dancing, campfires and parties in the forest.
It’s the kind of shared experience that sparks new friendships, strengthens old ones and gives you stories you’ll still be talking about years later. By day, campers can throw themselves into everything from flying trapeze, stand-up paddleboarding and quad biking to tree climbing, archery, raft building and axe throwing.
For those looking to flex their creative muscles, there’s pottery, jewellery making, pyrography, blacksmithing, tie dye, screen printing and Drag Life Drawing, while nature lovers can try Botanical Walks, Mushroom Growing and beekeeping. Or, for something completely different, throw yourself into cocktail mixology, aerial silks, swing dancing, pole or Bollywood dance!
As night falls, Camp Wildfire transforms from adventure camp into a festival, with live bands, DJs, fabulous comedy and talks taking over the forest. Across three nights of parties, campers can swap muddy trainers for dancing shoes alongside the friends they arrived with and the new ones they’ve made that day, and keep going long after the activities finish.
The result is part adventure holiday, part music festival and part nostalgic summer camp, created entirely for adults who want to escape everyday life, make meaningful connections, discover new passions and head home with new friends and unforgettable core memories.
In terms of accommodation, general Camping is included with every Camp Wildfire ticket, so campers can bring their own tent and pitch up for free. For those who prefer a few more home comforts, there’s Pre-Pitched Camping, campervan and caravan pitches, or Boutique Camping with luxury bell and emperor tents, private toilets and showers, a pamper room, lounge and 24-hour concierge. Campers can also book access to The Sanctuary spa, perfect for a little downtime between daytime adventures and late-night partying.
Kent, August 20-23/August 27-30 2027 - campwildfire.co.uk
Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight is welcoming festival-goers with a bigger and better new line-up, including The Kooks, Joel Corry, Rose Gray, Perrie, The K's, Ash, Alessi Rose and more. Northern Irish indie legends Two Door Cinema Club return to the festival following a massive year of global touring. Other acts include The Cure, The Last Dinner Party and Teddy Swims.
Isle of Wight, 18-21 June, isleofwightfestival.com
Latitude Festival
The acclaimed Latitude Festival returns to the picturesque grounds of Henham Park, Suffolk, from 23 to 26 July 2026. Festival fans can prepare for a joyous weekend of uninhibited discovery, with a bill packed with world-class music, side-splitting comedy, and captivating performing arts.
Suffolk, 23-26 July, latitudefestival.com
All Points East
Each year, All Points East delivers an epic lineup of world-class headliners, exceptionally curated supporting lineups and big exclusives. This year is set to be no exception as Lorde will take the main spot on Saturday 22nd August 2026. Other performers include PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson, Oklou, American rapper and producer 2hollis, and many more.
London, 22-23 August and 28-29 August, allpointseastfestival.com
State Fayre
The UK’s largest music and BBQ festival, State Fayre, is set to bring the heat to Hylands Park, Chelmsford, from June 26-28. Across three days, the event will combine an exciting mix of live music (Kings of Leon, Alanis Morissette and The Lumineers), award-winning BBQ and boutique camping options, bringing together Americana fans of all ages.
Chelmsford, June 26-28 statefayre.com
Love Saves The Day
Love Saves The Day returns to Ashton Court Estate this Summer for another love-fuelled bank holiday weekend of music. Bristol's biggest music festival, Love Saves the Day, will be bringing some of the best DJs & live performances from across the country. You can expect the likes of Sammy Virji, Sub Focus, Confidence Man DJs, Eve, Rizzle Kicks, 4AM KRU, Katy B, Max Dean, Girls Don't Sync and more!
Bristol, 23-24 May, lovesavestheday.org
Harry Styles' 'Together, Together' concert
Harry Styles is returning to London for his 12-night residency at Wembley Stadium for his 'Together, Together' tour from 12 June to 4 July, with special guest Shania Twain.
Instead of getting lost in the human current moving toward the turnstiles, my friend and I ducked into the American Express experience to grab some snaps in the photobooth - a surprisingly low-stress, high-energy sanctuary amidst the pre-concert chaos.
After settling into our seats overlooking the stage, we sang our hearts out to Shania Twain's 90s hits 'Man! I Feel like a Woman!' and 'That Don't Impress Me Much', and immersed ourselves in the atmosphere of Harry's 'Dance No More' and 'Sign of the Times.'
If you're one of the legions of fans who missed out on tickets to the former One Direction star, immersive hubs in honour of the residency have materialised across London, including a 'Together, Together' merchandise space in Borough Yards.
London, 12 June - 4 July, wembleystadium.com
BST Hyde Park
The lineup for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2026 is set to be truly spectacular. There will be a headline appearance by Mumford & Sons - ten years since they last played the festival. Other headliners for 2026 include Lewis Capaldi, Garth Brooks, Maroon 5 and Pitbull.
Set in London's beautiful Royal Park, BST Hyde Park kicked off in 2013 with The Rolling Stones reliving their legendary 1969 gig, plus Bon Jovi, Lionel Richie and many more packing out the park for memorable summer nights.
American Express is enhancing BST Hyde Park with its immersive two-storey Amex Experience, open to all festival-goers and packed with interactive games, giveaways and photo moments, while Cardmembers can also unlock exclusive perks including priority merch lanes and 5% back on eligible onsite spend.
London, June-July, bst-hydepark.com
Camp Bestival
The UK's favourite family festival returns to Lulworth Castle, Dorset from 30 July - 2 August 2026 with a legendary lineup featuring Fatboy Slim, Self Esteem and Bastille. Friday will feature Self Esteem and Billy Ocean, while Saturday will see Example perform ahead of Bastille's debut headline set.
Lulworth Castle, 30 July - 2 August, dorset.campbestival.net
© GettyNotting Hill Carnival
Notting Hill Carnival is an annual Caribbean festival event that has taken place in London since 1966. The streets are adorned with colourful decorations, food stalls offer Caribbean delicacies and vibrant sound systems. Notting Hill Carnival is a symbol of cultural diversity, unity and an unforgettable celebration of Caribbean heritage in London which is free for anyone to attend.
London, 30-31 August, nhcarnival.org
© GettyWilderness Festival
Curated for a generation who understand meaningful pleasure, enlightening participation and luxurious experiences, Wilderness spans music and the arts, exquisite feasting and dining, insightful talks and debates, a wellbeing sanctuary, outdoor pursuits, a family field and beautiful lakes to while away the hours. For those looking to get immersed and put their unique mark on a festival, Wilderness is the perfect weekend escape.
Oxfordshire, 30 July - 2 August, wildernessfestival.com
© GettyPride in London
Get ready for the UK's biggest LGBTQ+ celebration, Pride in London. The parade starts at Hyde Park Corner, goes through Piccadilly, Haymarket, and Trafalgar Square, and ends at Whitehall Place.
London, 4 July, prideinlondon.org
London's Gunnersbury Park
Lenny Kravitz has announced a huge open-air show, taking place at London's Crystal Palace Bowl on Saturday 15 August 2026. Joined by special guests Leon Thomas, Joss Stone, Brooke Combe and De'Wayne, the new date is part of a powerhouse live run with his Lenny Kravitz Live 2026 tour, bringing Kravitz’s celebrated live show to fans around the world.
London, 15 August ticketmaster.co.uk
British Grand Prix
This summer's festival circuit isn't just about music, art or culture - some events bring all of those worlds together. Few do it quite like Formula 1 at Silverstone, where the British Grand Prix unfolds as something far beyond a race.
At the heart of this year's experience is The Vale, Silverstone's newest ultra-premium offering and one of the most talked-about additions on the festival calendar. Designed to elevate race weekend into something closer to a curated cultural event, The Vale places guests just steps from the Formula 1 paddock, with unrivalled views over the pit entry and the track’s final, high-stakes corners.
3-5 July, Silverstone
Henley Festival
One of the UK's most glamorous boutique festivals in the stunning setting on Henley-on-Thames will be back again! The UK's only black-tie music and arts festival is truly an experience like no other, but it is also more than an unmissable event: it is a charity with a mission to support the next generation of talent through its RISE programme.
Henley-on-Thames, 8-12 July, henley-festival.co.uk
© Getty ImagesReading & Leeds Festival
Pepsi MAX presents Reading & Leeds Festival have shared six huge headliners for 2026. Taking to the stage next August Bank Holiday weekend are Charli xcx, Chase & Status, Dave, Florence + The Machine, Fontaines D.C. and RAYE. Also appearing across the weekend are: Skepta, Sombr, Role Model, Jade, Josh Baker, Kneecap, Kettama, Chris Stussy (Reading only), Geese, Skye Newman, Adéla and Keo.
Reading and Leeds, 27-30 August, readingandleedsfestival.com
Bristol Sounds
Bristol Sounds returns to the iconic Harbourside from June 23–28 with a standout lineup featuring indie favourites The Kooks, UK rap trailblazers The Streets, acclaimed Welsh band Super Furry Animals, synth-pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark and rising Australian duo Royal Otis. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and scenic waterfront backdrop, this open-air concert series brings an eclectic mix of music and summer energy to the heart of the city.
23 - 28 June, Bristol
