When is Proper Fest 2026?

Proper Fest takes place in 30-30 Aug 2026 at Essex, East of England.

Where is Proper Fest held?

Proper Fest is held at Essex, East of England, UK.

What kind of music and lineup does Proper Fest have?

Proper Fest leans Multi-stage dance, House, Oldskool Hardcore. Recent headliners include Ratpack, Awesome 3 LIVE, Shades Of Rhythm, DJ Slipmatt, Alex P, Jonathan Ulysses.

Does Proper Fest have camping?

Yes. Proper Fest is a camping festival, so you can stay on site across the weekend.

Festival profile30-30 Aug 2026 · Essex, East of England

Proper Fest

Ratpack, Slipmatt and Shades Of Rhythm headline Essex's one-day rave across 7 stages, celebrating late 80s, 90s and 00s dance music and oldskool hardcore.

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2026 LINEUP · ARCHIVE30-30 Aug 2026

Ratpack/Awesome 3 LIVE/Shades Of Rhythm/DJ Slipmatt/Alex P/Jonathan Ulysses

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Headliners for Proper Fest 2026 — archived lineup from the finished edition.

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The 2026 edition ran 30-30 Aug at Essex, East of England. Future dates have not been announced.

Expect a rave community, nostalgic, underground feel. Multi-stage dance, House, Oldskool Hardcore fans will feel right at home, with past lineups featuring Ratpack, Awesome 3 LIVE, Shades Of Rhythm, DJ Slipmatt, Alex P, Jonathan Ulysses.

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