
Get your wellies ready, charge your power bank and prepare yourself for a year of exceptional, unmissable music festivals, headlined by some of the biggest artists on the planet!
After a miserable couple of years for the live music scene, things are slowly starting to get back to normal. Finally, UK festivals are back…and this summer festival season they’re bigger and better than ever.
We’re sure many of you chomping at the bit to get amongst the upcoming music events, so we thought we’d compile a complete guide to the top UK festivals happening this summer, what to expect, how much tickets cost and – most importantly – who’s on the lineup.
So, without further ado, here’s the list of the best UK summer festivals this year!
1. Boardmasters
Where: Newquay, Cornwall
When: 10-14 August
What is Boardmasters like?
If you’re not heading out on holiday this year, Boardmasters might be the perfect way to spend your summer. Famed for its surfing, camper vans and pasties, Newquay is the perfect staycation destination, and what better way to spend it than by the beach dancing the night away to Disclosure, Damien Marley or Idles at a top UK festival?
Boardmasters takes place across ten carefully curated stages that play host to a world of talent, ranging from local acoustic artists to mind-bending visual performers…oh, and don’t forget the world-class international headliners.
Who’s playing at Boardmasters?
- George Ezra
- Damien Marley
- Idles
- The Wombats
- Mimi Webb
- Bombay Bicycle Club
- Kurupt FM
- Bastille
- Mall Grab
- & more
How much are Boardmasters tickets?
Tickets for Boardmasters start at £86.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
2. Glastonbury
Where: Pilton, Somerset
When: 22-26 June
What is Glastonbury like?
Set in the ancient, rolling green hills of Somerset, Glastonbury has been attracting festival-goers since 1970. Now, after a two-year hiatus, Glastonbury returns to Worthy Farm bigger and better than ever before, with a stellar lineup boasting the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Paul McCartney and Charlie XCX, among others. Glastonbury has something to tempt fans of every music genre, from the biggest names in rap to famed jazz musicians, plus mind-boggling performance art and side-splitting comedy. Put simply, Glastonbury is an unmissable UK festival.
Who’s playing at Glastonbury?
- Paul McCartney
- Charlie XCX
- Haim
- Phoebe Bridgers
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Lorde
- Kendrick Lamar
- Billie Eilish
- Doja Cat
- & more
How much are Glastonbury tickets?
Tickets for Glastonbury start at £280.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
3. Reading and Leeds Festival
Where: Reading and Leeds
When: 27-29 August
What is Reading and Leeds Festival like?
Reading and Leeds take place on the same weekend in two cities, with artists rotating between the days so fans in both places get to see the full lineup. Whether you decide to visit one or the other, you’re bound to see the best in music today, with a first-rate cast of performers ranging from cult indie bands to hip-hop legends.
Due to the stratospheric popularity of these fabled UK festivals, weekend tickets sell out fast, but day tickets are usually still on offer in the lead up to the event.
Who’s playing at Reading and Leeds Festival?
- Dave
- Little Simz
- Arctic Monkeys
- Jack Harlow
- Rage Against the Machine
- Run the Jewels
- Halsey
- Bastille
- Arrdee
- Krept & Konan
- Denzel Curry
- All Time Low
- & more
How much are Reading and Leeds tickets?
Tickets for Reading and Leeds start at £94.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
4. All Points East
Where: London
When: 19-28 August
What is All Points East like?
A relatively new festival, All Points East made its debut in 2018. It has now become a staple of the festival circuit. Hosted in east London’s Victoria Park, All Points East is a weeklong celebration of the most eclectic music on offer, with exclusive acts, hidden gems and huge headliners.
Unlike some of the other festivals across the UK, All Points East is easy to get to given the connections to central London, and it’s one of the most affordable, too! Whether you drop in for a day or stay close by for the entire week, you’re sure to have an incredible time.
Who’s playing at All Points East?
- Peggy Gou
- The Chemical Brothers
- Tame Impala
- Disclosure
- Nick Cave
- Sleaford Mods
- Idles
- Turnstile
- Kraftwerk
- Fleet Foxes
- & more
How much are All Points East tickets?
Tickets for All Points East start at £34.75.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
5. Latitude Festival
Where: Henham Park, Suffolk
When: 21-24 July
What is Latitude like?
Set in the beautiful Henham Park, Latitude returns this summer for its 15th year. Known for its true “festival” feel, Latitude puts on a really interesting spread of art, music, dance, comedy, wellness and more.
Latitude is a family-friendly affair with something for all ages, so don’t expect a hedonistic weekend. Instead, settle in for craft workshops, movie screenings and some incredible live acts bundled in with children’s play areas and great food.
Who’s playing at Latitude?
- Snow Patrol
- Lewis Capaldi
- Groove Armada
- Fontaines D.C.
- Akala
- James Arthur
- Example
- Russell Howard
- Aisling Bea
- The Horne Section
- Manic Street Preachers
- & more
How much are Latitude tickets?
Tickets for Latitude start at £216.50.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
6. Creamfields
Where: Daresbury, Cheshire
When: 25-28 August
What is Creamfields like?
Creamfields has long been a top-tier dance music festival, bringing revellers from across the globe together for a messy weekend of the latest and greatest dance and electronic music acts. Famed for its incredible pyrotechnics and unbelievable stage settings, Creamfields draws the biggest names in dance music to the stage, creating an unforgettable experience for dance-heads deep in the heart of rural Cheshire.
Who’s playing at Creamfields?
- Above & Beyond
- Armin Van Buuren
- Calvin Harris
- Chase and Status
- Example
- Fatboy Slim
- Idris Elba
- Paul Oakenfold
- Pete Tong
- Tiesto
- & more
How much are Creamfields tickets?
Tickets for Creamfields start at £70
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
7. Wireless
Where: London and Birmingham
When: 1-10 July
What is Wireless like?
Set across three sites (Crystal Palace, Finsbury Park and Birmingham) Wireless is a week-long, genre-spanning rap, hip-hop and grime music showcase, drawing the best international acts, underground heroes and emerging artists. Wireless promises to be an explosive, unforgettable UK festival for grime, drill and trap fans with acts that appeal to everyone, not to mention the biggest names from the US rap scene.
Who’s playing at Wireless?
- A$AP Rocky
- Tyler, the Creator
- J. Cole
- Doja Cat
- Lil Uzi Vert
- Playboi Carti
- Ghetts
- Cardi B
- SZA
- Nicki Minaj
- Dave
- Central Cee
- Digga D
- French the Kid
- & more
How much are Wireless tickets?
Tickets for Wireless start at £75.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
8. Parklife
Where: Manchester
When: 11-12 June
What is Parklife like?
Parklife comes to Heaton Park for two days of pure, unforgettable electro, rap and dance acts. After a decade of putting on the most memorable festivals in the genre, this year’s lineup promises to firmly cement Parklife as a staple of the festival circuit…as if it wasn’t already. Simply put, with a stellar lineup and some unmissable VIP experiences, Parklife is a must-see festival this year. Do. Not. Miss. Out!
Who’s playing at Parklife?
- Tyler, the Creator
- 50 Cent
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Central Cee
- Carl Cox
- Four Tet
- Annie Mac
- Shy FX
- Gorgon City
- Jamie XX
- Chase and Status
- & more
- How much are Parklife tickets?
Tickets for Parklife start at £84.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
9. Isle of Wight Festival
Where: Newport, Isle of Wight
When: 16-19 June
What is the Isle of Wight Festival like?
As far as UK festivals go, the Isle of Wight Festival is known as Europe’s answer to the legendary Woodstock. It has been a mainstay for over 50 years now, becoming legendary in its own right. With acts spanning all genres, across the spectrum of rock and pop, the Isle of Wight Festival has assembled a stellar cast of golden-oldies and young, emerging artists for this unforgettable island extravaganza.
Who’s playing at the Isle of Wight Festival?
- Madness
- Lewis Capaldi
- Kasabian
- Muse
- Rudimental
- Blossoms
- UB40
- Happy Mondays
- Mimi Webb
- Shaggy
- The Kooks,
- The Charlatans
- & more
How much are Isle of Wight Festival tickets?
Tickets for the Isle of Wight Festival start at £75.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram
10. Camp Bestival
Where: Lulworth Castle, Dorset
When: 28-31 July
What is Camp Bestival like?
Camp Bestival is known as the “little sister” of Bestival, drawing thousands of people young and old to the majestic Lulworth Castle, against the dramatic backdrop of Dorset’s Jurassic coastline. With music to appeal to fans of all genres, plus stand up comedy, DJ sets, and a range of family-friendly activities, Camp Bestival is a perfect summer getaway for families or those who prefer a more relaxed festival vibe.
Who’s playing at Camp Bestival?
- Rag ‘N’ Bone Man
- Rudimental
- Sister Sledge
- Kool and the Gang
- Razorlight
- Example
- Faithless DJ set
- The Proclaimers
- Mr Tumble
- Dick & Dom
- & more
How much are Camp Bestival tickets?
Tickets for Camp Bestival start at £210.
Useful links: Website | Tickets | Instagram