UK News
The Bristol-based electronic festival returns to Ashton Court from 29-30 May.
Hot Chip, Super Furry Animals, Westside Cowboy and more will also play the Derbyshire festival from 26-30 May 2027.
The Americana and BBQ Festival returns to Hylands Park from 18–20 June 2027.
The Britpop band join previously announced ’80s legends The Human League as headliners at Cheltenham Racecourse from 4-6 June 2027
BICEP who play the festival for the first time will close the Lions Den, while NOSIA will close out the HYDRO XL.
Insights
The founder of the crowdfunded jazz and electronic music gathering talks us through the ups and downs of starting a festival in 2026.
The Bugged Out co-founder Johnno Burgess reflects on running ‘just a big disco’ for 30 years.
The NQ founder and CEO tells us all about his new partnership with global dance titans Creamfields.
See you next year.
Trends
Industry news and updates from Festival Insights
Laura Gibb, executive director of Martyn’s Law at the Security Industry Authority, speaks on the new legislation and what festivals need to consider.
The podcast shares expertise, guidance and advice from guests for those wanting to start a small or micro festival.
Ashley Peniston-Bird, founder and director of Smoke & Fire Festival, speaks on how a charity fundraiser became one of the UK’s biggest food weekenders.
Togather says that the two businesses will “bring more than 60 event experts together on a single combined F&B [food and beverage] offer.”
As an official sponsor and exclusive streaming partner, Spotify will have a dedicated Afro Nation page on the platform.
The former AEG Presents VP and general manager brings over 20 years of live entertainment and festival experience to the company.
Matthew Hoag, founder and CEO of Interstellar.plus, explains what festival brands can do to successfully expand into a new territory.
