Download Festival
The UK's premier rock festival returns to its legendary home at Donington Park for five days of heavy music. With 90+ artists announced for 2026, Download continues its tradition as the ultimate destination for rock and metal fans.
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Download Festival returns in 2026, running 10-14 Jun at Leicestershire (Donington Park). With a capacity of around 111,000, it sits at the larger end of the UK festival calendar. It is set up to work for families, so all ages are welcome.
Expect a premier, legendary, heavy feel. Rock, Metal fans will feel right at home, with past lineups featuring Limp Bizkit, Guns N' Roses, Linkin Park, Tom Morello, BABYMETAL, Pendulum.
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Word on the field
“For regulars, Download Festival is home — Donnington Park transformed for five magical days in the year into the ultimate rock and metal party.”
“It's hard to equate the chatter with the absolute joy exuded by everyone you meet at the festival. It's so friendly, so chilled.”
“With the heat giving all it's got, and the lengthy queues at each of the very few water stations, Download attendees begin struggling.”
Short excerpts from independent reviews and attendee posts, each linked to its source — not Fezzy’s opinions.
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