FESTIVALS
The UK’s rock and metal festival scene is alive and thriving. From iconic stages to new underground gatherings, find the festivals bringing heavy music fans together year after year.
UK FESTIVALS
From huge outdoor gatherings to independent festivals celebrating the underground, the UK is home to some of the most important events in rock, metal and alternative music. Discover upcoming festivals, keep track of dates and find out where the biggest names and rising acts will be taking the stage.
2027
MAY
2027
SLAM DUNK
Hatfield Park in Hertfordshire & Temple Newsam in Leeds
JUN
2027
DOWNLOAD
Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby
JUL
2027
2000TREES
Upcote Farm near Withington, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
JUL-AUG
2027
RADAR
Magna Way, Rotherham, Sheffield
AUG
2027
BLOODSTOCK
Catton Park, Walton-on-Trent, Derbyshire
TBC
2027
OUTBREAK
Bowlers Exhibition Centre (BEC), Longbridge Road, Trafford Park, Manchester
TBC
2027
STONEHOUSE
Hafod-y-Dafal Farm, Aberbeeg, Ebbw Vale, Wales
TBC
2027
ARCTANGENT
Todenham Manor Farm, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
TBC
2027
DAMNATION
Bowlers Exhibition Centre (BEC), Longbridge Road, Trafford Park, Manchester
FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS
Unsure about what to bring? Before you throw your tent in the boot, make sure you’ve packed everything you actually need for the weekend, from digital tickets to your wellies. Check our festival essentials guide to get your kit sorted, then let our Journey Planner handle the rest, from travel options to the weather; we have everything you need to get festival-readyy.
