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Festival season may seem far away, but it’s never too early to start planning for 2024 and buy tickets while you can.
And if you’re a pop fan, a techno lover, a metalhead or an indie kid at heart, these are the key music festival dates to put in your diary.
Over the years, the UK has amassed a wide range of festivals across the country to suit every need of attendees.
From the smash hits of Glastonbury and Wireless to Scotland’s TRNSMT festival, there are plenty of talented artists to see live this summer.
Below is MailOnline’s definitive guide to UK summer festivals in 2024.
Festival season may seem far away, but it’s never too early to start planning for 2024 and buy tickets while you can.
Glastonbury
Where: Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, south west England
When: June 26 to 30
Headliners: No artists have been publicly confirmed yet
Madonna, Dua Lipa and Coldplay are the first artists rumored to be hoping to hit the stage next year. After months of discussion, the three iconic singers will reportedly appear on the Pyramid Stage, although the official lineup has yet to be revealed.
Madonna, Dua Lipa and Coldplay are the first artists rumored to be hoping to hit Glastonbury’s Pyramid stage this year.
cream fields
Where: Daresbury, Cheshire
When: August 22-25
Headliners: Michael Bibi
The festival has not yet announced the full lineup, but in previous years Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia and Tiesto took the stage.
Michael Bibi to headline Creamfields in August
Reading and Leeds
Where: Richfield Avenue, Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds
When: August 22 to 25
Headliners: Lana Del Rey, Liam Gallagher, Blink-182, Raye, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Gerry Cinnamon, 21 Savage and Fred Again…
Those attending the twin festivals can also expect performances from The Prodigy, Sonny Fodera, Skrillex, Jorja Smith and The Wombats.
Raye to headline Reading and Leeds festival alongside Lana Del Rey, Liam Gallagher and Blink-182
life in the park
Where: Manchester’s Heaton Park
When: June 8 to 9
Headliners: Doja Cat Disclosure and J Hus
In addition to the headliners, Becky Hill, Peggy Gou, Camelphat, Rudimental and the Sugababes will also perform throughout the weekend. Ticket prices have been reduced to make the festival more accessible to people. This is great news for concertgoers.
Alongside headliner Doja Cat (pictured), Becky Hill, Peggy Gou, Camelphat, Rudimental and the Sugababes will also perform at Parklife.
ET Hyde Park
Where: Hyde Park, London
When: July 5, 6, 7, 13 and 14
Headliners: Robbie Williams, Andrea Bocelli, Shania Twain, Kylie and Stray Kids
British Summer Time Hyde Park is a series of concerts held once a year in London’s Hyde Park. Kylie returns to perform at the summer event for the first time in nine years.
Kylie Minogue will headline Britain’s top festival, BST Hyde Park, this summer for the first time in nine years.
Wireless Festival
Where: Finsbury Park, London
When: July 12-14, 2024
Headliners: Nicki Minaj, 21 Savage, Doja Cat and J Hus
On the other hand, Future, Ice Spice, Asake, Rema, Gunna and Sean Paul have been confirmed for what will be an amazing weekend. Around 50,000 rap, R&B and hip-hop fans attend the festival every year.
Around 50,000 rap, R&B and hip-hop fans attend the festival every year
Gunnersbury Park
Where: Gunnersbury Park, west London
When: August 9, 10, 11, 17 and 18
Headliners: Peggy Gou, FISHER, Tom Grennan, Korn and PJ Harvey
Peggy Gou, nominated for BRIT Awards for International Song of the Year, is one of the musicians who will play in the park, to a crowd larger than The O2, this summer. Last year, Gunnersbury Park welcomed the likes of Boygenius, JOJI, Kygo and Limp Bizkit.
Peggy Gou, nominated for BRIT Awards for International Song of the Year, is one of the musicians who will play in the park, to a crowd larger than The O2, this summer.
We are FSTVL
Where: Central Park Dagenham, London
When: May 25 to 27
Headliners: Chase & Status and Eric Prydz
We Are FSTVL is one of London’s biggest raves. Attendees this year can also expect performances from Patrick Topping, Green Velvet, The Martinez Brothers, Wilkinson and Hedex.
We Are FSTVL is one of London’s biggest raves
Isle of Wight Festival
Where: Isle of Wight in Newport
When: June 20 to 23
Headliners: Green Day, The Prodigy and Pet Shop Boys
Jessie J, The Pretenders and Natalie Imbruglia have also been added to the line-up for Barclaycard presents the Isle of Wight Festival, which has been running since 1968. Last year, headliners Robbie Williams, Pulp and George Ezra graced Seaclose Park .
The Isle of Wight Festival has announced the line-up for its 2024 edition, which will take place at the end of June (pictured, The Pet Shop Boys)
TRNSMT
Where: Glasgow Green, Scotland
When: July 12 to 14
Headliners: Liam Gallagher, Gerry Cinnamon and Calvin Harris
Performing alongside the talented headliners will be Rick Astley, the Courteeners, Chase & Status, Natasha Bedingfield and Tom Grennan.
Liam Gallagher (pictured), Gerry Cinnamon and Calvin Harris to headline Scotland’s TRNSMT Festival
Forbidden Forest
Where: Belvoir Castle in Grantham
When: May 30 to June 3
Headliners: Andy C, Carl Cox and Marco Carola
Described by attendees as “a beautiful festival with an unbeatable atmosphere,” Forbidden Forest 2024 is the perfect way to start the summer. Fans can expect the best of House, Techno and D’n’B’s top talent, with their biggest lineup to date.
The Forbidden Forest festival has announced the lineup for its ninth edition
Download festival
Where: Donington Park in Derby
When: June 14 to 16
Headliners: Fall Out Boy, Queens of the Stone Age and Avenged Sevenfold
There’s a huge list of artists performing during the festival, including Bowling for Soup, The Offspring, Bad Omens, Corey Taylor and more. Over the years we’ve seen Linkin Park, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and more incredible artists take the stage.
Headliners at the Download festival include Fall Out Boy (pictured), Queens of the Stone Age and Avenged Sevenfold.
victorious party
Where: Southsea in Portsmouth
When: August 23 to 24
Headliners: Fatboy Slim, Snow Patrol, Jamie T and Biffy Clyro
Held in Southsea’s stunning coastal location overlooking the Solent, Victorious Festival is the ultimate festival experience for the whole family. Also appearing on the star-studded line-up are Wet Leg, Becky Hill, Jess Glynne, Courteeners and Pixies.
