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.
Escape to the Lakes and discover a picturesque wonderland in an ancient Deer Park! Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Dist...
Lytham Festival presents five days of incredible music featuring internationally acclaimed artists across multiple genres. From T...
Science-meets-music festival at Jodrell Bank with world-class talks, cosmic visuals and electronic headliners.
Lakeside weekend of trail runs, swims, outdoor activities and live music by Derwentwater, attracting thousands of outdoor lovers...
The Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival takes place over the Easter weekend in the historic market town of Nantwich, Cheshire....
An enchanting family arts festival full of storytelling, music, woodland adventures and imaginative outdoor play at Rode Hall Est...
A warm and welcoming family-oriented festival at Bolesworth Estate featuring live music, arts, workshops and a relaxed community...
A vibrant festival celebrating indie rock, breakthrough artists and Greater Manchester’s live music heritage.
Explore the mystique of nature at Restricted Forest Festival, where the forest comes alive with music, art, and enchantment. An i...
Moovin Festival returns June 12th-14th for another year of music and entertainment. Tickets are available through multiple vendor...
Thornton Rocks is the music event of the year near Skipton, featuring multiple themed nights at the scenic Thornton Hall Country...
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Manchester's giant weekend day festival in Heaton Park, and the one most UK festivals watch to see where dance and pop culture is...
The UK's biggest dance music camping festival, grown out of the Cream club nights in Liverpool and now a four-day August bank hol...
Independent rock and metal weekender on the Manchester–Cheshire border with camping.
Community-run town music festival featuring multiple stages, local bands and a relaxed family-friendly vibe.
Liverpool's long-running celebration of African and Caribbean music returns to Sefton Park for two days each June. 2026 opens a n...
A fiercely independent Lancashire institution built by hand in the Ribble Valley, Beat-Herder hides dozens of venues across its s...
Warrington's Victoria Park hosts this two-day, non-camping indie and britpop gathering over the late May bank holiday weekend. Th...
An indoor weekend of progressive and heavy music at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse, curated for players as much as fans. The...