North West festivals in 2026
The North West has a brilliant festival scene, and 2026 is no exception. We've gathered the 27 festivals happening across the North West this year, from Together Again Festival, Just So Festival, Blackthorn Music Festival to hidden local gems. Filter by genre, month, size and camping to find one near you.
Kendal Calling
KendalEscape to the Lakes and discover a picturesque wonderland in an ancient Deer Park! Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Dist...
Lytham Festival
LythamLytham Festival presents five days of incredible music featuring internationally acclaimed artists across multiple genres. From T...
Bluedot
MacclesfieldScience-meets-music festival at Jodrell Bank with world-class talks, cosmic visuals and electronic headliners.
Keswick Mountain Festival
KeswickLakeside weekend of trail runs, swims, outdoor activities and live music by Derwentwater, attracting thousands of outdoor lovers...
Nantwich Jazz Festival
NantwichThe Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival takes place over the Easter weekend in the historic market town of Nantwich, Cheshire....
Just So Festival
CongletonAn enchanting family arts festival full of storytelling, music, woodland adventures and imaginative outdoor play at Rode Hall Est...
Together Again Festival
ChesterA warm and welcoming family-oriented festival at Bolesworth Estate featuring live music, arts, workshops and a relaxed community...
Blackthorn Music Festival
StockportA vibrant festival celebrating indie rock, breakthrough artists and Greater Manchester’s live music heritage.
Restricted Forest
North WestExplore the mystique of nature at Restricted Forest Festival, where the forest comes alive with music, art, and enchantment. An i...
Moovin Festival
North WestMoovin Festival returns June 12th-14th for another year of music and entertainment. Tickets are available through multiple vendor...
Solfest
North WestThornton Rocks
SkiptonThornton Rocks is the music event of the year near Skipton, featuring multiple themed nights at the scenic Thornton Hall Country...
Riffolution Festival
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Taste Cheshire Food & Drink Festival
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Parklife
ManchesterManchester's giant weekend day festival in Heaton Park, and the one most UK festivals watch to see where dance and pop culture is...
Creamfields
DaresburyThe UK's biggest dance music camping festival, grown out of the Cream club nights in Liverpool and now a four-day August bank hol...
Deva Fest
North WestKeswick Convention (Keswick Ministries)
North WestFirevolt Festival
ManchesterIndependent rock and metal weekender on the Manchester–Cheshire border with camping.
Alsager Music Festival
AlsagerCommunity-run town music festival featuring multiple stages, local bands and a relaxed family-friendly vibe.
Eskfest
North WestAerial Festival (Above)
North WestAfrica Oye
LiverpoolLiverpool's long-running celebration of African and Caribbean music returns to Sefton Park for two days each June. 2026 opens a n...
Beat-Herder
ClitheroeA fiercely independent Lancashire institution built by hand in the Ribble Valley, Beat-Herder hides dozens of venues across its s...
Lakeland Trails
North WestNeighbourhood Weekender
WarringtonWarrington's Victoria Park hosts this two-day, non-camping indie and britpop gathering over the late May bank holiday weekend. Th...
Radar Festival
ManchesterAn indoor weekend of progressive and heavy music at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse, curated for players as much as fans. The...