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There is nothing like the unique atmosphere of a music festival, and a growing number of festival goers are heading to the South East to experience their favourite bands and artists at some of the top music festivals in the UK.
Whether you're camping for the weekend or just going for the day, you will be spoilt for choice with a huge range of rock, dance and pop music on offer throughout the year.
Take a look at the event highlights below as we will guide you through the best music festivals 2024 in South East England.
Isle of Wight Festival, (20 - 23 June 2024) returns in June 2024. The award winning Isle of Wight Festival is steeped in history and famed for mixing iconic legendary artists with the hottest up and coming acts - this year welcoming The Prodigy, Pet Shop Boys and Green Day.
If you're looking for something spiritual then Oxfordshire's Wilderness Festival is taking place at the start of August (1 - 4 August 2024) at Cornbury Park . Spread across four days the festival is ideal for nature lovers and not only does it have fantastic live music but offers contemporary arts, an array of theatre and craftsmanship.
Portsmouth’s Victorious Festival (23 - 25 August 2024) certainly wins the prize for best value for money with tickets from just £55 and for 2024 payment plan options are available making it easier to budget to attend. The summer festival offers off site camping with a free shuttle bus to and from the site. The Farlington campsite has different zooms including a family friendly area, with ties it the festivals large Kids arena - shortlist in the UK Festival Awards for Best Family Festival in 2015, 2016 & 2018. Head along this year to see artists such as Fat Boy Slim and Snow Patrol.
Arguably one of the most popular festivals in the UK is Berkshire's Reading Festival (21 - 25 August 2024). Taking place on August Bank holiday weekend, the three-day music event traditionally attracts some of the best rock bands in the world despite having more dance acts in recent years. This year artists include Liam Gallagher, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Raye and more...
If sleeping conditions are not for you then don’t worry as there are several festivals offering ‘Glamping’ which is a more comfortable way of experiencing a festival or if you're looking to stay nearby, check out our accommodation listings.
Many of the mainstream festivals are well known and a must do, for any regular festival goer. However, there are a whole host of other smaller UK music festivals, concerts and events celebrating different styles and genre that are ideal for the general music lovers. Here are some of our top pics from across the destination showcasing a mix of UK music including alternative rock, jazz, folk and classical. You can find others on the events pages which you can explore by county.
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Lancing
Glastonwick 2024, our 27th Beer, Music, Poetry & More Beer Festival
As ever, beer guru Alex Hall will be sourcing 60+ beers from small independent breweries local and national, many of them brewed specially for us. There will be local cider and…
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Fareham
The outskirts of historic Wickham village provide a picturesque setting for one of the safest and most relaxed festivals of the summer. Enjoy some great live music. Wickham is rated by many as one of the safest, most relaxed and family-friendly…
Festivals
Tilford, Farnham
Weyfest is more like a mini-holiday than a music festival. It is a stress-free weekend in the country, with over 30 hours of the finest music, camping, posh loos, friendly staff and plenty to occupy the kids with music, drama and creative arts…
Festivals
Margate
Now in its 21st year, Margate Soul Festival is a massive date on the soul, funk and reggae music calendar. The festival provides a combination of large-scale live shows, DJ-led carnival street parties, beachside programming and an eclectic mix of…
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Cornbury Park, Charlbury
Wilderness is the multi-award winning 4-day festival combining live music, contemporary arts and an array of theatre, craftsmanship and dining experiences. It's a rich tapestry of musicians, chefs, thinkers, actors, outdoor experts and teachers.
Music
Christchurch
The ultimate summer party comes to Christchurch, Dorset, this July 19th-21st. The X Church Music Festival will be welcoming a host of local talent from across Dorset and beyond, with 50+ acts over the weekend including The Audio Allstars,…
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Maidenhead
Welcome to the Maidenhead Festival 2024 - the event of the year that promises to make your summer unforgettable! Join us on the 20th and 21st of July in the heart of Kidwells Park for two days of pure, unadulterated fun and excitement.
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Ovington, Alresford
A world of unity, creativity & freedom, Boomtown Fair is a four day festival set in the Matterley bowl in Hampshire, UK on the second weekend of August. Boomtown fuses a diverse line-up of underground and global music with boundary pushing immersive…
Pop Up Event
Gosport
Experience the magic of the Gosport Sunset Festival on September 1 - 3, 2023. Join the vibrant celebration as the sun sets over Gosport. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drink, and a festive atmosphere by the water's edge. Embrace the energy of…
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Reading
One of the biggest musical festivals in the world, every year over 90,000 people flock to the Richfield Avenue site to experience the iconic event.
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Winchester
Join us at North Walls Recreation Ground for Winchester Foodies Festival 2023 – our biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music.
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Petersfield
This will be the first Petersfield Jazz Festival.
Located in the grounds of Churcher's College and featuring 8 top bands from the Hampshire area, including internationally acclaimed Funkestra and The Full Circle Quartet.
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Brighton
In 2024, Brighton Festival - the largest annual curated multi-arts festival in England - will be curated by screenwriter and novelist Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
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Smugglers Festival is a gathering on the last weekend of summer each year, on a beautiful woodland in East-Kent. It’s a small, intimate festival, rooted in community from the outset.
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Worthing
Worthing’s multi arts festival – comprising music, theatre, dance, art, heritage, comedy, spoken word, workshops, film, outdoor and family events taking place in venues across Worthing.
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Lewes
The Love Supreme Jazz Festival is a 3 day greenfield jazz festival held in the first weekend of July in the stunning surroundings of Glynde Place in the beautiful South Downs in East Sussex.
It is the first full weekend camping jazz festival in the…
Music
Exbury, Southampton
21st Century ABBA Tribute's faithful recreation of ABBA's signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more!…
Music
Margate
The first country festival comes to Margate in Kent on the 20th July 24, delivering nine hours of musical performances from artists including Smokin Mavericks, Taynee Lord and First Time Flyers to name but a few.
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Birchington
Sausage & Cider Festival arrives in Thanet for the first time in 2024! The line up is headed by Scouting For Girls, incredible tribute acts, street food vendors and now up to 30 different ciders available on site!
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Brighton
A brand new festival for Brighton, escape to a land unexplored as a brand new festival lands on the South Coast. Let the adventure begin.
2022 festival update
We have combined both days into one huge day and added an extra 4th arena which has…
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