Past Festivals (Between Editions), UK

Festival Calendar UK

Overview

Explore an archive of past festivals that are awaiting updates — ideal for researching previous lineups, checking websites and socials, or planning your next festival adventure.

For permanently discontinued festivals, please visit the dedicated Discontinued Festivals page.

Festival List (by date)

November, 2025

Terminal V Halloween
This festival is past.

1 November, 2025

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

October, 2025

Scottish International Storytelling Festival
This festival is past.

22 October - 1 November, 2025

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
North East International Film Festival
This festival is past.

20 – 26 October, 2025

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
New Scientist Live Festival
This festival is past.

18 - 20 October, 2025

Brings cutting-edge science and technology to life with thought-provoking talks, hands-on activities, and exhibits across four stages at ExCeL London.
London
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Eco & Science
Cheltenham Literature Festival
This festival is past.

10 - 19 October, 2025

Celebrate the written and spoken word with renowned authors, poets, and emerging voices. Explore ticketed events, free family activities, and tailored experiences for all literature enthusiasts.
South West
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture
BFI London Film Festival
This festival is past.

8 - 19 October, 2025

BFI London Film Festival brings red-carpet galas, premieres, filmmaker Q&As and late-night screenings to cinemas across the capital as well as venues across the UK, uniting audiences and creators in a celebration of world cinema.
London
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Arts & Literature
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Tulleys Shocktober Fest
This festival is past.

3 October - 1 November, 2025

Europe's largest scream park, features ten haunted attractions, live performances, and a spine-tingling atmosphere, making it a must-visit Halloween destination for thrill-seekers.
South East
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Adventure & Sports

Food & Drink

September, 2025

Boundary Brighton Festival
This festival is past.

27 September, 2025

Brighton's largest electronic dance music event, set across six stages attendees enjoy music, funfair, and local food. 18+ only, with student tickets available.
South East
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Music
How The Light Gets In Festival (London)
This festival is past.

20 - 21 September, 2025

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
Equinox Festival
This festival is past.

18 - 22 September, 2025

Possibly the best party in the universe, Equinox Festival is a grassroots gathering of music, creativity, and community. It brings people together for a magical weekend of live bands, DJs, workshops, art, and family-friendly fun in the Lincolnshire countryside.
East Midlands
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Music

Community & Culture
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All Things Fungi Festival
This festival is past.

12 - 14 September, 2025

All Things Fungi Festival, the UK's first mushroom festival, offers workshops, lectures, and culinary experiences. Set in the picturesque Chiddinglye Estate, this event celebrates the world of fungi with a focus on education and sustainability.
South East
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Eco & Science

Special Interests
Mucky Weekender Festival
This festival is past.

11 - 13 September, 2025

Mucky Weekender is a 16+ music and arts festival organised by Barry Ashworth of Dub Pistols. Set in 28 acres of private parkland, it offers four stages and an eclectic mix of live bands, DJs, and performers.
South East
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Music
Nene Valley Rock Festival
This festival is past.

4 - 7 September, 2025

Nene Valley Rock Festival offers a diverse line-up of classic rock, progressive rock, and blues at Grimsthorpe Castle, with three covered stages and on-site camping options.
East Midlands
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Music

August, 2025

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival
This festival is past.

29 - 31 August, 2025

Moseley Folk & Arts Festival offers a diverse line-up of folk music, arts, and crafts in a scenic woodland setting. The family-friendly event features both established and emerging artists across multiple stages.
West Midlands
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Music

Arts & Literature
Cowal Gathering Festival
This festival is past.

28 - 30 August, 2025

One of the largest and most treasured Highland games in the world, nestled in the picturesque setting of Dunoon, Scotland, this illustrious event captivates attendees with its spectacular array of traditional Scottish activities, including pipe band competitions, Highland dancing, and heavy athletics, celebrating Scotland's cultural heritage and community spirit.
Scotland
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Adventure & Sports

Community & Culture
End Of The Road Festival
This festival is past.

28 - 31 August, 2025

An independent music event with an eclectic line-up, set in the scenic Larmer Tree Gardens, Dorset, offering a relaxed and intimate festival experience.
South West
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Music

Arts & Literature
Lindisfarne Festival
This festival is past.

28 - 31 August, 2025

An adult-only music and creative arts event in Northumberland, featuring diverse acts across eight stages, with a focus on independent spirit and stunning coastal views.
North East
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Music

Arts & Literature
Vegan Camp Out Festival
This festival is past.

28 August - 1 September, 2025

The world's largest vegan camping festival, featuring talks, workshops, live music, after-parties, yoga, and the UK's best vegan food.
South East
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Food & Drink

Community & Culture
Big Feastival Festival
This festival is past.

22 - 24 August, 2025

A Cotswolds Bank Holiday festival combining headline music acts, chef demos, and family‑friendly activities, with camping and boutique accommodation options.
South East
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Food & Drink

Music
Bolton Food & Drink Festival
This festival is past.

22 - 25 August, 2025

A four-day Food & Drink celebration with over 200 food stalls, celebrity chef demos, and live entertainment, attracting over 500,000 visitors annually to Bolton town center.
North West
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Food & Drink

Community & Culture
Greenwich + Docklands International Festival
This festival is past.

22 August - 6 September, 2025

A spectacular free celebration of outdoor theatre, dance, and art installations across London’s iconic public spaces. With world premieres, immersive experiences, and accessible programming, GDIF brings bold new performances to the heart of the city each summer.
London
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture
Victorious Festival
This festival is past.

22 - 24 August, 2025

A seafront festival with headline music acts, family‑friendly entertainment, and an offsite camping option at Farlington Fields.
South East
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Music

Community & Culture
Between The Trees Festival
This festival is past.

21 - 24 August, 2025

Between the Trees Festival is an immersive celebration of music, art, and nature in South Wales, offering a diverse line-up of performances, workshops, and community engagement in a beautiful woodland setting.
Wales
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Eco & Science

Music
Creamfields Festival
This festival is past.

21 - 24 August, 2025

A leading electronic dance music festival featuring top DJs, immersive stages, and a high-energy atmosphere. Creamfields is a must-visit for EDM fans.
North West
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Music
Into The Wild Summer Festival
This festival is past.

21 - 25 August, 2025

A family-friendly festival offering over 200 workshops, world music, and activities, celebrating nature, creativity, and community. Enjoy talks, concerts, and crafts amidst beautiful meadows and ancient forests.
South East
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Wellness & Lifestyle

Eco & Science
Leeds Festival
This festival is past.

21 - 24 August, 2025

A cornerstone of the UK's music scene, features rock, indie, electronic, and hip-hop, along with comedy, theatre, and art, creating a vibrant atmosphere for thousands of music fans annually.
Yorkshire & The Humber
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Music

Community & Culture
Reading Festival
This festival is past.

21 - 24 August, 2025

A legendary UK music event, offers a diverse line-up of rock, indie, and electronic acts, it combines world-class performances with a vibrant festival atmosphere, attracting music lovers from across the globe.
South East
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Music
Hardwick Festival
This festival is past.

15 - 17 August, 2025

Celebrating the spirit of the North East with a dynamic fusion of music genres, arts, and culinary delights, set within the picturesque grounds of Hardwick Hall.
North East
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Music

Community & Culture
Secret Island Festival
This festival is past.

2 August, 2025

A one-day electronic music rave on Mersea Island, Essex, featuring 50+ artists across five stages. Set against estuary views, it offers culinary delights, craft beverages, and a VIP area with stunning sunset vistas.
East Of England
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Music

July, 2025

Tramlines Festival
This festival is past.

25 - 27 July, 2025

Tramlines Festival brings together 40,000 attendees annually in Sheffield, a celebrated gathering of music, comedy, and arts, emphasising local talent and community engagement.
Yorkshire & The Humber
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Music

Community & Culture

June, 2025

Stealing Thunder Festival
This festival is past.

20 - 22 June, 2025

A storytelling festival in the Lake District, featuring myths, folktales, live music, workshops, and Scandinavian Midsummer celebrations in a stunning natural setting.
North West
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture
Unearthed Festival
This festival is past.

20 - 22 June, 2025

A vibrant festival blending music, arts, and wellbeing, with live performances, workshops, and conscious living experiences in the Pembrokeshire countryside.
Wales
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Community & Culture

Music

May, 2025

Cross The Tracks Festival
This festival is past.

25 May, 2025

London’s premier jazz, funk, and soul festival, featuring live performances, DJ sets, talks, and a vibrant food and artisan market in Brockwell Park.
London
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Music
How The Light Gets In Festival (Hay-on-Wye)
This festival is past.

23 - 26 May, 2025

The world’s largest philosophy and music festival, featuring debates, talks, and performances by leading thinkers and award-winning artists, Hay-on-Wye, Wales.
Wales
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Arts & Literature

Community & Culture

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

January, 2025

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
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

September, 2024

Into The Trees Festival
This festival is past.

6 - 8 September, 2024

PAUSE FOR 2025. 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
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

August, 2024

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
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

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