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.
Here is our guide to the best festivals that will take place this summer, and beyond... Time to get those wellies out!
Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight is welcoming festival-goers with a bigger and better new line-up. This year's line-up includes Jessie J, Natalie Imbruglia, The Pretenders, Johnny Marr, Feeder, S Club, Tom Meighan, Cian Ducrot, Caity Baser and Wunderhorse.
The festival, presented by Barclaycard, will also host incredible performances from acts including Scouting For Girls, Suede, Jo Whiley's 90s Anthems, The Streets, Keane, Simple Minds, Beverley Knight, Zara Larsson, McFly, Pet Shop Boys, Blossoms, Crowded House and The Darkness.
Isle of Wight, 20-23 June, isleofwightfestival.com
Latitude Festival
The acclaimed Barclaycard presents Latitude Festival is poised to return to the beautiful Henham Park in Suffolk from 25-28 July. Celebrating creativity, diversity and inspirational talent, Latitude Festival has got headliners Duran Duran, Kasabian, Keane, London Grammar, and Sara Pascoe to spearhead an eclectic lineup that fuses music with the arts across an immersive cultural weekend.
A truly unmissable festival experience set against a backdrop like no other, the festival also continues to expand its stellar music lineup for 2024 with The Vaccines, Future Islands, Lankum Jockstrap, Ash, Caity Baser, CMAT, The Darkness, Waxahatchee, Corinne Bailey Rae, David Ducovony, BC Camplight, Marika Hackman, and Baby Queen.
Suffolk, 25-28 July, latitudefestival.com
Glastonbury
It goes without saying how big Glastonbury is incredible, and each year, event organisers pull out all the stops to top the previous year's efforts. The festival has been around for over five decades, and is one of the oldest, largest and most famous live music festivals in the world. At present, no performers have been confirmed for Glastonbury 2024. However, rumoured acts include Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, Dua Lipa and Madonna.
Somerset, 26–30 June, glastonburyfestivals.co.uk
Margate Summer Series
Margate Summer Series is fast becoming a staple in the summer music calendar; tickets are in high demand and from June to September will see thousands flock to the UK's coolest seaside town as the very best homegrown and international talent gather for the hottest summer shows around. The likes of Canadian rockstar Bryan Adams, British icons Madness, high-energy nu-
Margate, June-September, margatesummerseries.co.uk
© GettyAll 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 Kaytranada will top the bill on the Friday. Loyle Carner, LCD Soundsystem, and a dual-headline spot from Death Cab For Cutie & The Postal Service are some of the other amazing acts to join the line-up.
American Express have a super immersive activation at this year's All Points East. Festival-goes can elevate their festival look by visiting The Amex Experience to grab a temporary chrome tattoo or add a heavenly touch to their fit with face gems.
London, 16-25 August, allpointseastfestival.com
Secret Garden Party
The award-winning Secret Garden Party is a much-loved and a truly independent event, offering four days of immersive entertainment and camping, with the focus on championing new and creative ideas. Situated in a beautiful location by a shimmering lake it offers over 10 live music and dj stages, a multitude of games, parades, performances, secret happenings, thought-provoking art installations, delicious food and drink, outdoor swimming, stunning unique visual displays and much much more. It is all lovingly curated with meticulous attention to detail.
The intention is to transport 'gardeners' into a temporary magical parallel world in which they can reawaken a carefree sense of childish fun and playfulness. This year sees a fun-packed north field with parades, wild swimming, immersive theatre, aerial displays, and luxe boutique camping experiences. As always, there will be the iconic paint fight and fireworks spectacle in the main arena, plus art installations and many silly games.
Abbots Ripton, 25-28 July, secretgardenparty.com
Love Saves The Day
Bristol's largest festival, LSTD has relocated to Ashton Court and takes place in May. Expect a killer line-up, electric atmospshere and lots of local traders to enjoy. This year's bill includes The Streets, Eliza Rose, CamelPhat, Groove Armada, Kenya Grace, Rudimental, Shanti Celeste and Sub Focus.
Bristol, 25-26 May, lovesavestheday.org
The Cambridge Club Festival
The Cambridge Club returns with another star-studded line-up for 2024. The dance-inspired line-up features an array of Disco, Funk, Pop, R&B and Soul legends that will bring musical magic to the glorious Cambridgeshire countryside. A three-day celebration of Music, Arts and Culture – from comedy, talks and live podcasts to family fun, wellness activities and yoga to late night parties and DJs playing under the Orchards twinkling lights.
Natasha Bedingfield joins the main stage on 7 June – with UK music icons Jessie Ware and Melanie C – to complete a party-starting bill on the opening night. Get ready for a hip-shaking, mind-bending weekend of wonder like no other.
Cambridge, 7-9 June, thecambridgeclub.co/lineup-2024
BST Hyde Park
American Express presents BST Hyde Park is very excited to welcome back Nashville's finest Kings of Leon to London! The multi-award winning rock group will headline at BST Hyde Park on 30 June, with special guests Paolo Nutini and The Vaccines.
The lineup for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024 is set to be truly spectacular, with Kings of Leon joining previously announced headliners Andrea Bocelli (5 July), Robbie Williams (6 July), Shania Twain (7 July), Kylie (13 July) and Stray Kids (14 July).
Festival goers can also visit The Amex Experience, where they can uncover their very own 'festival persona' written by Giselle La Pompe-Moore, Amex's official manifestation expert.
London, June-July, bst-hydepark.com
© 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, 25-26 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, 1-4 August, wildernessfestival.com
© GettyPride in London
Get ready for the UK's biggest LGBTQ+ celebration, Pride in London. The free event is on 29 June and no tickets are needed. The parade starts at Hyde Park Corner, goes through Piccadilly, Haymarket, and Trafalgar Square, and ends at Whitehall Place. You'll also have to chance to enjoy performances by Adam Lambert and Idina Menzel, a variety of speakers and fantastic stalls, beverages & food.
London, 29 June, prideinlondon.org
Henley Festival
One of the UK's most glamourous boutique festivals in the stunning setting on Henley-on-Thames will be back again! This year's unforgettable line-up includes Nicole Scherzinger, Dave Stewart's Eurythmics Songbook, Gladys Knight, Rylan, Nigel Kennedy, Sam Ryder and much more.
Henley-on-Thames, 10-14 July, henley-festival.co.uk
On The Mount at Wasing
Wasing Estate is a natural hidden gem located just an hour away from London. To mark the summer solstice on 20th June, Solstice on the Mount will take place in the stunning woodland amphitheater, headlined by Mercury prize nominated Nick Mulvey, plus world music from Rodrigo y Gabriela, AWARË, and Ajeet followed by a Sunrise ceremony. This is an alcohol free event which encourages guests to connect with nature and be present in the moment. Over recent years, Wasing has become an ever-growing haven for well-being, offering everyone the chance to leave the modern world and all its distractions behind, and instead connect with nature. Wasing will also host the On The Mount At Wasing concert series throughout June, featuring an impressive lineup from Paolo Nutini and Crowded House to Jungle and Underworld!
Wasing, 17-29 June, www.wasing.co.uk
Wireless
Rockstar Energy presents Wireless has announced a promising and an unmissable lineup for this summer's must-attend event. Cash Cobain, OsamaSon and Fimiguerrero are the latest acts to be included on the star-studded roster, joining headliners Nicki Minaj, 21 Savage, Doja Cat and special guest Future - as well as Ice Spice, Asake, Don Toliver, Rema, Sean Paul, Tyla and many more. Europe's biggest and best hip-hop celebration will take place at its iconic home, Finsbury Park in London, from 12-14 July. Wireless is famous for bringing the global hip-hop, rap, R&B, trap and Afrobeats communities together for an exclusive all-star weekend.
London, 12-14 July, wirelessfestival.co.uk
Tramlines Festival
For the 16th edition in Sheffield, Tramlines will stage one of its best lineups to date including Paulo Nutini, Jamie T and Snow Patrol, a debut home turf appearance from The Human League, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Bombay Bicycle Club, The Charlatans, Soft Play, Miles Kane and The Pigeon Detectives.
Sheffield, 26-28 July, tramlines.org.uk
Victorious Festival
One of the UK's biggest metropolitan family-friendly festival set on The Solent. A bank holiday seaside festival with something for everyone from comedy to beach football and world-class music. This year's headline acts include Fatboy Slim, Jamie T and Biffy Clyro.
Other musicians who will take to the stage include Sugababes, Louis Tomlinson, Wet Leg, Courteeners, Pixies, Groove Armada (DJ set), Razorlight, The Kooks, Becky Hill, Arlo Parks and The Lathums.
Portsmouth, 23-25 August, victoriousfestival.co.uk
Reading & Leeds
Rockstar Energy presents Reading & Leeds, and this year, they have over thirty eclectic acts across its iconic stages, joining headliners Fred again..., Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Liam Gallagher, Catfish and the Bottlemen and Gerry Cinnamon. The Chevron, a new 40,000 capacity open-air stage, will be home of the world's biggest silent rave, which will play to a combined crowd of 80,000 people in both Reading & Leeds simultaneously.
Reading and Leeds, 21-25 August, readingandleedsfestival.com
Pub in the Park with Greenall's Gin
Why not enjoy the sunshine at one of the UK’s most popular food and music festival. Pub in the Park has multiple locations throughout the summer including Marlow, Chiswick, Reigate and St Albans. Coming up on 6-8 September, the incredible musical entertainment and award-winning food will pay a visit to St. Albans - and you don't want to miss it.
Not to mention, Greenall's Gin will be hosting a glorious pop-up bar where you can relax on deck chairs sipping a basil gin and tonic or a berry crush gin cocktail.
As for the music, St Albans will host the likes of Tinie Tempah, Olly Murs, Paloma Faith and Scouting for Girls.
Pub in the Park 6-8 September, https://www.pubintheparkuk.com/
