Past & Discontinued Festivals, UK

Festival Calendar UK

Overview

Explore our list of past festivals from across the UK, a resource for details, website links, and social media connections for events that have previously taken place. This section serves as a reference point for those looking to gather information on festivals that are in between their latest and upcoming editions, or festivals which are discontinued.

Festival List (by date)

June, 2024

Black Deer Festival
This festival is past.

14 - 16 June, 2024

BACK IN 2026. A celebration of Americana featuring country, folk, and blues music, Southern cuisine, crafts, and family-friendly activities in a unique cultural experience.
South East
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Music

July, 2024

Noisily Festival
This festival is past.

11 - 14 July, 2024

2025 CANCELLED - Noisily Festival is an independent electronic music and arts festival. Known for its underground music scene, immersive art installations, and wellness activities, Noisily offers a unique alternative to mainstream festival experiences.
East Midlands
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Music

Community & Culture
Nozstock The Hidden Valley
This festival is past.

18 - 21 July, 2024

DISCONTINUED: the last Nozstock festival was in 2024. An award-winning independent festival offering diverse music, comedy, and art, this family-friendly event combines rural charm with vibrant creativity for a unique festival experience.
West Midlands
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Music

Arts & Literature
Cambridge Folk Festival
This festival is past.

25 - 28 July, 2024

BACK IN 2026! One of the UK's premier folk music events, since 1965. The festival's eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary folk, roots, and world music attracts around 14,000 attendees, and is renowned for its unique atmosphere and commitment to nurturing emerging talent.
East Of England
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Community & Culture

August, 2024

Valley Fest Festival
This festival is past.

1 - 4 August, 2024

BACK IN 2026. Valley Fest is a family-friendly music and food festival in Somerset, offering live music, local food, and wellness activities, emphasising sustainability, and providing entertainment for all ages.
South West
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Food & Drink

Music
Underneath The Stars Festival
This festival is past.

2 - 4 August, 2024

DISCONTINUED: the last Underneath the Stars festival was in 2024. Underneath the Stars Festival is a vibrant celebration of music and arts. This family-friendly event offers a diverse music line-up, alongside workshops, crafts, and storytelling, creating a unique cultural experience for all ages.
Yorkshire & The Humber
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Arts & Literature
Heartwood Festival
This festival is past.

8 - 11 August, 2024

DISCONTINUED: The final edition was in 2024. A unique, intimate gathering limited to 500 attendees. The final event in 2024 offers a blend of electronic music, art installations, workshops, and a strong emphasis on environmental responsibility.
South West
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Music

Wellness & Lifestyle
Medicine Festival
This festival is past.

14 - 19 August, 2024

BACK IN 2026. Uniting diverse communities to promote sustainability and cultural harmony. Medicine features indigenous wisdom keepers, artists, and innovators, with profits supporting indigenous land preservation.
South East
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Wellness & Lifestyle

Community & Culture
Camp Bestival Shropshire Festival
This festival is past.

15 - 18 August, 2024

PAUSE FOR 2025. A thrilling blend of festival excitement and family camping, this award-winning festival features top music acts, diverse entertainment, and extensive children's activities.
West Midlands
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Music

Wellness & Lifestyle
Greenwich + Docklands International Festival
This festival is past.

23 August - 8 September, 2024

Greenwich + Docklands International Festival is London's premier outdoor theatre and performing arts event, featuring free performances of theatre, dance, and installations across iconic locations in the city.
London
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture

September, 2024

Lovejam Campout Festival
This festival is past.

5 - 9 September, 2024

A sober festival celebrating music, creativity, and personal growth. It offers live performances, workshops, and wellness activities, fostering a vibrant community in an intimate, outdoor setting.
South West
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Music

Wellness & Lifestyle
Into The Trees Festival
This festival is past.

6 - 8 September, 2024

Into The Trees Festival is a family-friendly event in Ashdown Forest, offering nature-based activities, workshops, and performances, designed to reconnect attendees with the outdoors in a beautiful woodland setting.
South East
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Community & Culture

Eco & Science
How The Light Gets In Festival (London)
This festival is past.

21 - 22 September, 2024

The world’s largest philosophy and music festival, featuring debates, talks, and performances by leading thinkers and award-winning artists at Kenwood House, Hampstead Heath.
London
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture

October, 2024

BFI London Film Festival
This festival is past.

9 - 20 October, 2024

The BFI London Film Festival showcases over 300 films from 50 countries, offering galas, special presentations, and premieres from both British and international film-makers.
London
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Arts & Literature
Scottish International Storytelling Festival
This festival is past.

18 - 31 October, 2024

Immerse yourself in global narratives and Scotland's storytelling traditions with storytellers, musicians, workshops, and family events.
Scotland
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture
Terminal V Halloween
This festival is past.

25 - 26 October, 2024

Strictly over 18s only, a halloween themed immersive event features an incredible gathering of techno and underground house music's elite.
Scotland
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Music

November, 2024

North East International Film Festival
This festival is past.

18 – 24 November, 2024

A celebration of cinematic excellence, showcasing a diverse range of films from around the globe and offering a platform for both emerging and established filmmakers to share their visions.
North East
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Arts & Literature

January, 2025

London Short Film Festival
This festival is past.

17 - 26 January, 2025

A BAFTA and BIFA qualifying event showcasing bold independent films, live events, and panels. LSFF champions diversity and emerging talent across a ten-day celebration of cinema.
London
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Arts & Literature
Imbolc International Music Festival
This festival is past.

26 January - 1 February, 2025

Featuring world-class artists and emerging performers, the IMBOLC International Music Festival offers a rich cultural experience through concerts, workshops, and traditional music sessions.
Northern Ireland
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Music

Community & Culture

February, 2025

Faversham Literary Festival
This festival is past.

21 February - 2 March, 2025

A vibrant literary festival featuring authors, poets, and thinkers across fiction, non-fiction, and spoken word. Enjoy diverse events in Faversham's historic town center.
South East
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Arts & Literature

March, 2025

Manchester Film Festival
This festival is past.

7 - 16 March, 2025

Experience the cutting-edge of indie cinema at Manchester Film Festival, celebrate diversity and creativity with over 100 UK and international films, industry panels, and exclusive Q&As at ODEON Great Northern.
North West
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Arts & Literature

April, 2025

Brick Lane Jazz Festival
This festival is past.

25 - 27 April, 2025

A three-day celebration of jazz, hip-hop, neo-soul, and electronic music, showcasing over 100 artists across twelve Brick Lane venues.
London
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Music

Community & Culture

May, 2025

City Of Derry Jazz Festival
This festival is past.

1 - 5 May, 2025

A five-day festival in Derry featuring over 450 jazz, blues, and big band performances across 70 venues. Welcoming local and international artists, with many free events for all ages.
Northern Ireland
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Music

Community & Culture
Machynlleth Comedy Festival
This festival is past.

2 - 4 May, 2025

A renowned comedy festival featuring top comedians and emerging talent. Set in an intimate setting, with hundreds of shows across multiple walkable venues.
Wales
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Community & Culture

Arts & Literature
Pavilion Festival
This festival is past.

2 - 4 May, 2025

Three days of indie, electronic, and rave music on Ayr’s scenic Low Green. Curated by Ewan McVicar and STREETrave, Pavilion Festival draws 16,500+ music lovers to Scotland’s coast.
Scotland
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Music
Wanderlust Festival
This festival is past.

3 - 4 May, 2025

A two-day indie and alternative music festival in Southampton, featuring live performances across venues like The Joiners, The 1865, and Heartbreakers.
South East
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Music