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    ‘Festivals are not corporate hospitality. Book brave’: the University of East London’s Zoe Adjey on avoiding controversy while still being bold with festival line-ups

    May 9, 2026

    In a series of industry profiles we delve into the ins and outs of how to book a ‘cancelled’ artist and the things that should be considered.

    UK News

    Bid to halt Brockwell Live events stopped by High Court

    May 7, 2026

    The Lambeth park is set to host a number of events through the summer, including Field Day, Mighty Hoopla and City Splash.

    UK News

    WOMAD Glasgow announces full programme for first Scottish edition

    May 6, 2026

    The festival heads to Glasgow with its full programme of performances, workshops and more.

    UK News

    Bob Vylan headlined festival Shindig may have licensing review

    May 5, 2026

    The festival’s licence will be reconsidered on 18 May over concerns regarding ‘disorder and public safety.’

    UK News

    Tiree Music Festival celebrates 15-year anniversary with first acts

    May 5, 2026

    Folk-pop act Tide Lines and a debut festival performance from three-piece Peat & Diesel among first names for Scottish festival.

    Trends

    Boomtown expands hydrogen-powered stage

    April 29, 2026

    HYDRO XL takes one of Boomtown’s main stages from 8,000 capacity to 20,000.

    UK News

    Former London Pride head admits contempt of court

    April 27, 2026

    Ex-chief executive Christopher Joell-Deshields was suspended from Pride in London in August 2025, and his employment terminated this month.

    UK News

    SXSW London reveals full line-up for 2026

    April 27, 2026

    Cure for Paranoia, Oxlade and K-pop star YUNJIN have been announced for the 1-6 June festival and conference.

    UK News

    Slam Dunk festival releases company statement in response to director allegations

    April 25, 2026

    The director who refutes the allegations has agreed to step down from Slam Dunk operations while the matter is ongoing.

    UK News

    Protect Brockwell Park ‘challenges’ large-scale commercial events with third judicial review

    April 22, 2026

    PBP said that its latest challenged is “about protecting Brockwell Park by trying to ensure events are run lawfully.”

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