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Summer will be here before you know it, and that can only mean one thing; festival season is fast approaching.

Brits up and down the country are getting ready to empty their pockets for what will be the biggest, best summer yet – but only if they can get their hands on those all-important tickets.

The UK provides plenty of choice when it comes to festivals, with every type of music fan catered to across the country – whether you’re a hardcore rocker or raver, or someone who fancies something more tranquil. 

From big hitters Glastonbury and Parklife to Scotland’s Terminal V festival, there’s plenty of talented artists to see live this summer.

Below is MailOnline’s ultimate guide to UK summer festivals in 2025.

Summer will be here before you know it, and that can only mean one thing; festival season is fast approaching

Glastonbury

Where: Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, South West England

When: 25 to 29 June

Headliners: Rod Stewart and Neil Young

Sir Rod, 79, will play the famous Sunday teatime ‘Legends’ slot, following in the footsteps of Shania Twain in 2024.

Nile Rogers and Chic are also set to appear after he accidentally revealed the top-secret booking at an awards bash. More acts are set to be announced over the next few weeks. 

The five-day festival takes place in June and draws in around around 200,000 music fans each year. The official Glastonbury tickets went on sale on November 14 and November 17.

Sir Rod, 79, will play the famous Sunday teatime ‘Legends’ slot, following in the footsteps of Shania Twain in 2024

The five-day festival takes place in June and draws in around around 200,000 music fans each year. The official Glastonbury tickets went on sale on November 14 and November 17

Parklife

Where: Manchester’s Heaton Park

When: 14 to 15 June

Headliners: 50 Cent, Charli XCX, Jorja Smith and Peggy Gou

Alongside the headliners, Rudimental, Pawsa and Bicep will also perform over the weekend. Parklife 2025 tickets have went back on sale following a sold-out first phase of tickets released in November.

Charli XCX is one of the headliners at this year’s Parklife festival 

CarFest

Where: Laverstoke Park Farm, Hampshire

When: 22 to 24 August 

Headliners: Rita Ora 

With chart-topping hits like Your Song and Let You Love Me, Rita’s high-energy performance will be a highlight at the UK’s largest family-fundraising festival. This year’s star-studded lineup also includes Travis, Tom Walker, Seasick Steve, and more.

CarFest is packed with family-friendly fun, including KidsFest, FoodFest, and more, with camping family tickets on sale now. 

With chart-topping hits like Your Song and Let You Love Me, Rita’s high-energy performance will be a highlight at the UK’s largest family-fundraising festival

BST Hyde Park

Where: Hyde Park, London

When: From 28 June

Headliners: Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, Noel Kahan, Hugh Jackman, Jeff Lynne’s Elo

British Summer Time Hyde Park is a series of concerts held once a year in London’s Hyde Park. Tickets for this year are now on sale. 

Last year saw the likes of Robbie Williams, Andrea Bocelli, Shania Twain and Kylie headline BST.

British Summer Time Hyde Park is a series of concerts held once a year in London’s Hyde Park. Tickets for this year are now on sale (Headliner Sabrina Carpenter pictured) 

Reading and Leeds

Where: Richfield Avenue, Reading and at Bramham Park in Leeds

When: 21 to 24 August

Headliners: Travis Scott, Hozier, Chappell Roan, Bring Me The Horizon

Those attending the twin festivals can also expect performances from Suki Waterhouse, Becky Hill, The Kooks and Sammy Virji. 

As well as headliner Chappell Roan (pictured), those attending the twin festivals can also expect performances from Suki Waterhouse, Becky Hill, The Kooks and Sammy Virji

Isle of Wight Festival

Where: Isle of Wight in Newport

When: 19 to 22 June

Headliners: Sting, Stereophonics and Justin Timberlake

Faithless, The Script, Jess Glynne and Example have also been added to the lineup for the Isle of Wight Festival, which has been running since 1968. Last year saw headliners Green Day, The Prodigy and Pet Shop Boys grace Seaclose Park.

Day tickets are available now and, for the first time ever, the festival also offers Teen Day Tickets alongside a host of other ticketing options.

Faithless, The Script, Jess Glynne and Example have also been added to the lineup for Barclaycard presents The Isle of Wight Festival, which has been running since 1968

Creamfields  

Where: Daresbury, Cheshire

When: 21 to 24 August 

Headliners: Anyma 

The festival is yet to announce the full line-up, but previous years have saw Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia and Tiesto take to the stage. Day tickets start from £84, and camping tickets are also still available. 

The festival is yet to announce the full line-up, but previous years have saw Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia and Tiesto take to the stage

Forbidden Forest

Where: Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire 

When: 29 May to 1 June

Headliners: Camelphat, Fisher, Skepta and Patrick Topping 

Described as ‘a beautiful festival with an unbeatable atmosphere’ by festival goers, Forbidden Forest 2025 is the perfect way to kickstart your summer. Fans can expect the best of the best talent across House, Techno and D’n’B, with its biggest line-up to date.

Forbidden Forest festival has announced the line-up for its tenth edition

Gunnersbury Park 

Where: Gunnersbury Park, West London

When: 8, 9, 16 of August 

Headliners: PAWSA In The Park, Martin Garrix and The Libertines

Gunnersbury Park has become established as one of London’s favourite outdoor venues and will play host to a series of concerts offering a vibrant mix of music genres in August 2025.

In 2024 the park hosted stellar, 5-star appearances from FISHER, Peggy Gou, KoRn, Tom Grennan and PJ Harvey.

Gunnersbury Park has become established as one of London’s favourite outdoor venues and will play host to a series of concerts offering a vibrant mix of music genres in August 2025

Terminal V Festival

Where: Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre

When: 19 and 20 April 

Headliners: Reinier Zonneveld, 999999999, Kettama and more 

Scotland’s game changing underground celebration Terminal V is back with an irresistible mix of international artists and homegrown talents. The festival is #9 in the UK as a whole in DJ Mag’s Best Festival poll and just won ‘Best Festival’ in their Best of British Awards.

Running over two days, Terminal V will once again unite techno fans as they enjoy over 100 acts across six stages. 

Scotland’s game changing underground celebration Terminal V is back with an irresistible mix of international artists and homegrown talents

Victorious Festival

Where: Southsea in Portsmouth

When: 22 to 24 August 

Headliners: Queens of the Stone Age, Vampire Weekend and Kings of Leon

Held in the stunning seaside location of Southsea overlooking the Solent, Victorious Festival is the ultimate family-friendly festival experience. Also appearing on the star-studded line-up is Madness, Michael Kiwanuka, Nelly Furtado, Travis and The Last Dinner Party. 

Held in the stunning seaside location of Southsea overlooking the Solent, Victorious Festival is the ultimate family-friendly festival experience

Cheltenham Jazz Festival

Where: Held at venues including Cheltenham Town Hall, Parabola Arts Centre and the Festival Village at Montpellier Gardens

When: 30 April to 5 May

Headliners: Lulu, Tom Walker, Jools Holland and Beverley Knight  

More than 50 artists from across the jazz, blues, pop and soul spectrum have been confirmed for this year’s Cheltenham Jazz Festival. 

Several shows are already on sale. Tickets for newly announced acts go on general sale 5 March.

Download Festival

Where: Donington Park, Leicestershire

When: 13 to 15 June 

Headliners: Green Day, Sleep Token, Korn

Britain’s best rock and metal festival will return to Donington Park in Leicestershire for three days this summer with over 90 international and national bands and artists. Over the years we’ve seen Linkin Park, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and more amazing performers take to the stage.

Green Day are set to headline this year’s Download festival 

On The Beach

Where: Brighton 

When: 19 July 

Headliners: Eric Prydz 

Eric is the next On The Beach headliner. Known for iconic tracks like Call on Me and Pjanoo, the legendary DJ and producer lands on Brighton Beach with Vintage Culture, Mᴀssano, Aaron Hibell, Amy Wiles, and more. Tickets are now on sale and start from £44. 

All Points East

Where: Victoria Park, London 

When: 16, 22, 23 and 24 August

Headliners: Chase & Status, Barry Can’t Swim, Raye and The Maccabees

Support at these shows will come from the likes of Tyla, Bombay Bicycle Club, Doechii and Confidence Man.

Many more names remain to be announced, while tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday February 13.

Many more names remain to be announced, while tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday February 13 (Headliner Raye pictured) 

TRNSMT

Where: Glasgow Green, Scotland 

When: 11 to 13 July 

Headliners: 50 Cent, Biffy Clyro and Scow Patrol

The Scottish festival will see US rapper 50 Cent top the bill, with talent including Fontaines D.C., The Script, The Last Dinner Party, Inhaler, The Kooks and many more joining them.