There's no denying that UK festivals are some of the best in the world; from Glastonbury to Oktoberfest, our country has nailed the art of music celebrations, food pop-ups and beer bashes. We've rounded up the creme de la creme, so when you're not dancing in your wellies, try everything from dedicated chicken wing bonanzas to booze-testing all-dayers.
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Last updated on 17th December 2024
@ The Steamworks on Saturday 18th October 2025
Prepare for a dram-tastic time at Seven Hills Whisky Festival Evening Session. Taste over 200 whiskies, join masterclasses, and groove to tunes from different decades, all for just £40 per person.
@ London Stadium, on Friday 25th July 2025 and 2 other dates
Returning for another year, Wing Fest is the ultimate food festival for lovers of chicken. Their London event is taking place in Stratford this July, promising three whole days of wing-based fun. You can attend for as little as £25 per person, which includes a free trucker hat on arrival.
Try a range of delicious wings to determine whose is the very best, and you can even take part in eating competitions too. There's also axe-throwing, DJ sets and live music, alongside bourbon masterclasses and barbecue demonstrations.
If you're on the hunt for some cracking food and drinks this spring, look no further than Brewpoint's Beer & Beyond 2024. Tickets start from only a tenner to a day brew won't want to miss. Explore a range of homemade beers as well as guest kegs, before tucking into some delicious eats courtesy of gourmet food trucks whipping up burgers, pizzas from a brick oven and more. Plus, there's live entertainment thanks to performances from talented artists across a variety of genres.
@ New Century Hall on Sat, 26th Jul 2025 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Historically Manchester's first and only dedicated, official rum festival, this July event is one for you rum-lovers in the North West. Coming to top events space New Century Hall for one day only, the festival's ticket price includes all rums from the exhibitors - at a bargain £27.50 per person.
There's also a rum cocktail bar and food vendors available for further purchases, as well as the opportunity to book into seminars from top brands for an extra tenner.
Freight Island in Manchester is pulling out the stops with its Spring Summer Festival Series, featuring some incredible headliners like Norman Jay, Sophie Lloyd and Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) across the next few of months. The buzzing bar will be welcoming local collectives from across the city as well as hosting DJ sets, and what's more, admission is free. Not only is the haunt a great place for a bit of alfresco sipping (think experimental, nitro-infused cocktails like the Mola Twisted Melon and Lychee), but it's also home to some sensational grub with pizza from Voodoo Ray's and loaded patties thanks to Burgerism.
Sheffield is jam-packed with fun festivals to attend this year. From the iconic Tramlines which see popular artists like Snow Patrol, Paolo Nutini and Bombay Bicycle Club take to the stage in Hillsborough Park to independent film festivals showcasing the best and the brightest from across the globe. There's even the opportunity to combine your love of movies with synth thanks to Sensoria this year. And if you're feeling thirsty? The Steel City Beer & Cider Festival is taking place this October.
When it comes to UK music festivals in 2024, London isn't one to shy away from hosting hedonistic weekends packed with multi-coloured face paint, glitter and scrumptious street food. It offers an event for everyone, from the celeb-frequented All Points East at Victoria Park to the drum and bass-dedicated Waterworks in Gunnersbury Park. If you're keen for a weekend merging the hottest pop acts and drag stars together, then the Mighty Hoopla is for you. This year, thanks to BST Hyde Park's incredible lineup, you'll even have the chance to witness the one and only Stevie Nicks perform to thousands.
