Festival season is in full swing. Primavera Sound in Barcelona recently boasted a popular lineup featuring Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, and Sabrina Carpenter, and Glastonbury is just around the corner.
If you missed out on tickets, several other festivals still have availability.
Dates: June 19-22
Location: Seaclose Park, Isle of Wight
Line-up includes: Sting, Stereophonics, Justin Timberlake
Price: Weekend: £289.95, Day: £125.00
Since its 1968 debut, this festival has attracted major musical talents to the Isle of Wight, including Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie, Amy Winehouse, and Jay-Z. Reaching the venue requires a ferry crossing.
Festival organizer John Giddings, who revived the event in 2002, credits his headliner selections to “gut feeling.”
Dates: June 21
Location: The National Bowl, Milton Keynes
Line-up includes: Yungblud, Chase Atlantic, blackbear, Denzel Curry
Price: From £73.25
The National Bowl has hosted numerous major artists. Yungblud’s Bludfest, held there last year, saw 30,000 attendees at £50 per ticket. This year’s slightly higher price reflects the festival’s growth, as explained by the artist himself.
Dates: August 21-24
Location: Richfield Avenue, Reading / Bramham Park, Leeds
Line-up includes: Chappell Roan, Hozier, Bring Me The Horizon, Travis Scott
Price:Weekend: From £325, Day: £125
This dual-city festival features Chappell Roan, among other notable acts. Last year’s event experienced disruptions due to severe weather.
Dates: July 10-13
Location: Madrid, Spain
Line-up includes: Muse, Nine Inch Nails, Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Benson Boone
Price: Weekend: €237 (£200.91), Day: €109 (£92.31)
This Spanish festival offers a blend of pop, rock, and indie music, with several UK artists performing.
Dates: July 11-13
Location: Glasgow Green, Scotland
Line-up includes: 50 Cent, Wet Leg, Biffy Clyro, Fontaines D.C, Snow Patrol, Gracie Abrams
Price: Weekend: £254.90, Day: £92.50
TRNSMT offers a diverse lineup and is located on the River Clyde. Note that camping is not available; separate accommodation is required.
Dates: July 31 – August 3
Location: Pikehall, Derbyshire
Line-up includes: The Prodigy, Courteeners, Madness, The Wombats
Price: Weekend: £169.50
This festival, known for its unique Sunday paint fight, began as a garden party in 2005.
Dates: August 2
Location: Cowbridge, Wales
Line-up includes:Tribute artists
Price: £18.04
Formerly known as Cowchella, this tribute artist festival is hosted by Ian “H” Watkins of Steps, Claire Sweeney, and Owain Wyn Evans.
Dates: August 9-10
Location: Crystal Palace Bowl, London
Line-up includes:Skepta, Central Cee, JME, Frisco
Price:Weekend: From £100.80
This multi-genre event is curated by Skepta, who will headline both days.
Dates:August 14-17
Location: Wimborne St Giles, Dorset
Line-up includes: Michael Kiwanuka, Rotary Connection 222, Noname
Price: Weekend: From £294.50, Day: £93.50
This festival, founded by Giles Peterson, features diverse musical genres and wellness amenities.
Dates: August 21-24
Location: Daresbury, Cheshire
Line-up includes:David Guetta, Chase & Status, Martin Garrix, ANYMA
Price: Four-Day Camping: £310, Day: £137.50
This long-running dance music festival features new additions including a woodland stage and wellness facilities.
Dates:September 5-7
Location: Hylands Park, Chelmsford
Line-up includes: Def Leppard, Anastacia, Soul II Soul, Sophie Ellis Bextor
Price: From £68.00
While Saturday is sold out, Sunday tickets are available, featuring DJs including Scott Mills, Vernon Kay, DJ Spoony, Michelle Visage, and Rylan.
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