Festival season has officially started!
Don’t worry if you’ve missed festivals that have already happened this year, as there are plenty of incredible upcoming events that are definitely worth experiencing.Â
Glastonbury 2022 may have already sold out – but If you’re still interested in knowing what other superb festivals are going ahead this year, read our article below for more information!
Read on to discover the best upcoming UK festivals in 2022…
Location: Lancashire (Lytham St Annes), FY8 5LB.
Festival dates: 28th of June – 10th of July.
What to expect: 10 days of coastal fun, accompanied by shows from some of the biggest artists in the music scene.
Ticket cost: various (day ticket prices starting from £65).Â
If you’re a fan of beachside fun, delicious food pop-ups and great music, Lytham Festival isn’t one to miss!Â
Surrounded by coastal scenery, Lytham Festival is described as an unforgettable experience by previous visitors. This year will see Lewis Capaldi, Duran Duran, Snow Patrol and even the legend that is Diana Ross herself headline at this superb UK festival.Â
If you fancy spending a little more, Lytham Festival offer VIP packages that’ll provide you with a premium experience, such as perfect views of the stage areas and access to private bars and lounge facilities. However, this isn’t necessary if you’re just going for the great atmosphere and live music.
Location: Hyde Park, London.
Festival dates: 24th of June – 10th of July.
What to expect: London city centre park location, lots of fun, great music and delicious food!
Ticket cost: various prices depending on the package. Prices start from £56.00.
Hyde Park Festival is probably one of the most highly anticipated events of the year in the UK. Expect mega crowds, a vibrant atmosphere and some really fantastic artists headlining this year.Â
The event takes place across two weekends, and it’s usually filled with lots of worthwhile food pop-ups and other fun activities going on as well as the music side of things.Â
The artists performing live music at Hyde Park Festival this year includes the likes of Adele, The Rolling Stones, Elton John and many other big names, as well as a ton of talented supporting artists.
Location: various UK locations.
Festival dates: 1st of July – 10th of July.
What to expect: on-trend music artists and a great atmosphere, spread across 2 weekends at 3 different locations across the UK.
Ticket cost: various depending on the ticket type and location, with prices starting from £95.00.
If popular, on-trend beats and a cracking atmosphere sounds like something you’d enjoy, Wireless Festival would definitely be a worthwhile experience for you!Â
Wireless Festival is totally equipped to accommodate large crowds, with plenty of on-site facilities set up to make the overall experience as enjoyable as possible for all those who visit. This includes a roller disco, various bars and eateries as well as merch shops.Â
The music talent this year is mega, with incredibly popular artists headlining this year, as well as plenty of talented supporting artists. This includes the likes of A$AP ROCKY, Chris Brown, J.Cole, Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Jack Harlow, SZA, Tyler the Creator, and many (many!) more.Â
And, if you can’t make it to one of the locations, the great news is that Wireless Festival is spread across two weekends at 3 popular central locations in the UK. This includes:Â
Location: Richfield Avenue, Reading.
Festival dates: 25th of August – 28th of August.
What to expect: convenient location, good time summer rock/pop festival that has a great atmosphere!
Ticket cost: various prices depending on the ticket type. The average ticket price for a weekend camping experience is £265.00.
Reading Festival takes place at Richfield Avenue every year, which is a large park enclosure. So, plenty of space – but expect it to be jam-packed with other festival-goers.Â
Those who have experienced Reading Festival first-hand describe the overall experience as thrilling and enjoyable, with plenty of great on-site entertainment.Â
You’re permitted to bring your own food for personal consumption, however, there will also be plenty of popular eateries and bars dotted across the festival should you prefer to purchase on-site.
Around the arena area where the shows take place, you’ll have access to various water points to ensure that you stay hydrated throughout the experience.Â
Reading Festival permit campervans on-site, so if you’re interested in bringing your motorhome along for the fun – be sure to book yours in advance, as these slots do tend to fill up quickly.Â
If camping at Reading Festival doesn’t sound appealing to you, you can rest assured that there are plenty of hotels and accommodation options available nearby!
Headlining this year is popular music artist Dave, as well as Arctic Monkeys, Rage Against the Machine, Wolf Alice, Megan Thee Stallion and many more incredible artists.
If a classic music festival experience isn’t your thing, don’t worry – there are plenty of other alternative festivals that are worth experiencing this year.Â
See below for the best upcoming UK festivals in 2022 that aren’t all about the music!
Location: Leander Club, Henley-on-Thames (RG9 2LP).
Festival dates: 6th of July – 10th of July.
What to expect: dress to impress! An intimate yet buzzing festival atmosphere, with plenty of music, comedy and art entertainment. Expect incredible bars and eateries on-site!
Ticket cost: varies depending on the ticket type. General admission tickets start from £65.00.
Okay, so Henley Festival does have music artists who will be performing throughout the 4-day event, however, it’s definitely a different approach to the classic style of a festival that you probably have in your head.
Henley Festival is definitely more of an intimate setting than a standard festival, described by others as a ‘boutique black-tie festival’. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty going on – because there is!Â
Described as a ‘truly unique event’, Henley Festival is all about enjoying the very best that the music and arts culture has to offer. So, expect plenty of music shows, as well as comedy shows, visual arts exhibitions and more.Â
Henley Festival will see Craig David and The Script as the main headlining artists, however, the festival supports local talent, giving them a space to perform.Â
Expect a wide range of live music, including jazz bands, classical music artists, and contemporary performances. If you’re planning on going, make sure you know what’s on and on which days to ensure it’s to your liking!
And foodies – listen up! Food and drink facilities are top-notch at Henley Festival, with a great selection of incredible bars and gastro restaurants on-site, providing you with plenty of variety when it comes to meal and beverage options. So, we’re certain there will be something to everyone’s taste!
Location: various locations in Edinburgh
Festival dates: 5th of August – 29th of August.
What to expect: an incredible variety of entertainment with a memorable atmosphere.
Ticket cost: free to attend with various ticketed events.
Next, we have the world’s largest festival of arts! Taking place every year, if a little bit of everything arts-related sounds like a dream to you, try vising the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August.Â
Taking place across the city (for 25 consecutive days) and highly recommended by anyone who’s previously visited, Edinburgh Festival Fringe is truly an experience that caters to everybody.
A variety of live music concerts, art exhibitions, cabaret performances, children’s entertainment, musicals, theatre and even comedy shows are a taste of what you can expect when you visit this superb event, with thousands of performances taking place over the course of the festival.Â
Another great thing about Edinburgh Festival Fringe is that a lot of the shows are free! You will need to purchase tickets for some of the entertainment on offer, however, this is entirely up to you.Â
If you’re planning to go and experience Edinburgh Festival Fringe, you couldn’t have picked a better year to do so. It’s the festival’s 75th-anniversary edition, so expect some special surprises for the occasion!
Location: various throughout the year.
Festival dates: various throughout the year.
What to expect: lots of dogs, pop-up shops, professional advice from veterinary experts, agility shows, celebrity appearances, great food and fun activities!
Ticket cost: £35pp for a weekend pass.
If you’d love to go to a festival with your four-legged friend, Dogfest 2022 is one to note down in the diary!
DogFest, as you may have guessed, is all about taking your furry friends along for the fun. The festival is bursting with lots of incredible activities and entertainment on offer.Â
Described as the nation’s ‘favourite dog-friendly festival’, DogFest takes place across a variety of locations and dates, spanning throughout the entire year.
Expect to see celebrity special guests, animal experts on hand for advice, lots of entertainment, fabulous food and dog merch stalls, and, of course, lots and lots of dogs!
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to visit at a time that’s best for you as this festival is ongoing.Â
This year, there are multiple DogFest 2022 festivals in a variety of UK locations, which includes UK hotspots such as Cheshire, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire and Leicestershire. It’s worth checking out the DogFest website to see which dates suit you best.
So, if you’re planning to go to a festival this year, make sure you have everything you need to make the experience as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. Â
From the big things like premium festival tents, cool boxes and sleeping bags to all of the little worthwhile extras, we have everything you need to enjoy a festival here at Winfield’s Outdoors.Â
Not only that, but we also offer an incredible range of stylish outdoor clothing and footwear which are perfect for keeping you comfortable, supported and protected throughout an outdoor event – so you can focus on having fun! Explore the rest of our website for more today.
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