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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 in 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
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.
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.
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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Special Events
Battle
A delightful celebration of stories, music, and art.
Festival
Eastbourne
Beach Life Music and Street Food Festival, the south coast's funkiest weekend is back and guaranteed to keep you entertained all weekend long!
This packed two days features a Music Stage & Bar, street food to tantalize the taste-buds , Skate Park,…
Festival
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…
Dance / Dancing
Brighton
Boundary is the biggest electronic dance music festival in Brighton with a capacity of 20000. After the biggest and best Boundary ever in 2023, Boundary Brighton returns in 2024 on Saturday 28th September. Headlining with Wilkinson and joined by…
Festival
Brighton
In 2024, Brighton Festival - the largest annual curated multi-arts festival in England - will be curated by screenwriter and novelist Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
Festivals
Basingstoke
Carfest South will be returning to Laverstoke Park Farm, Hampshire in August as One Big Carfest. The 2,500 acres farm, near Overton, is owned by ex-racing driver and 1979 Formula 1 World Champion Jody Scheckter.
Music
Eastbourne
With more than 140 concerts across the season, Eastbourne Bandstand has a packed line-up in 2024, including the return of the 1812 Proms & Firework Nights on Wednesday evenings from 1 May to 25 September, and Traditional Sunday Afternoon concerts…
Festival
Cowes
This dynamic fringe event in this part of the Isle of Wight will deliver an explosion of art and culture through performances and workshops. Hosted in unique venues throughout the town in Cowes, Cowes Fringe guarantees a memorable weekend…
Music
Deal
Enjoy this years annual Deal Music and Arts Festival which takes over the town of Deal in Kent for ten days.
Festival
Dover
Kids Zone, bar, food vendors, local market stalls, live music, raffle, tombola and more.
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
Exbury, Southampton
Get ready for a magical evening of Motown by Moonlight, sundown soul, and disco at dusk! Capitol Motown and Soul Band are the perfect combination of sensational energy, talented vocalists, and polished musicians. Put on your dancing shoes as the sun…
Music
Exbury, Southampton
The finest tribute to the bestselling band of all time, The Upbeat Beatles capture the energy and heart of the original fab four with a setlist jam packed with hits. Take a journey through the Beatles' incredible discography from Love me do to Let…
Music
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…
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…
Festival
NEWPORT
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.
Festival
Southampton
From humble backyard beginnings, Jerk Jam has evolved into a fully fledged celebration of Caribbean food, music and good vibes.
Music
Brighton
CHAPTER 4: LAND BEYOND FESTIVAL - UNCHARTED
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th May 2024
Waterhall, Brighton
Music
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…
Music
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…