Festival Season

Yep, the sun’s out and we're dreaming of summer vibes. It won’t be long before the UK legendary events season is back with a bang, bringing a whirlwind of music, costumes, artists, theatrics, and DJs across the land. The bigger the event, the larger the numbers, so if you've managed to bag some tickets it’s time to start planning your trip. Mud-fest and major downpours can add to the thrill of it all, but we deffo think you should give the tenting a miss! You can glamp like a rock star at Malmaison with beds to die for, monsoon showers that will make short work on those mud splashes and soothe aching feet. Then there’s delish food and serious cocktail action in Malmaison Bar & Grill. We got you.

We’re already filling up fast, so be sure to book early! And if you’re losing track of the options, below is a summary of some of the biggest dates for your diaries or just push the button to view all festivals options in and around our locations. 

BELFAST

03-30 Jun Belsonic

Belsonic returns to the idyllic setting at Ormeau Park. The popular music festival will bring a host of international headline acts to the heart of Belfast across the month of June, including David Guetta, Florence & The Machine, Lizzo, and Tom Jones.

05 Aug Let’s Rock NI Retro Festival

With a fabulous line-up of artists to bring you the very best of the 80s such as The Undertones, Go West and Kim Wilde, and an action-packed day of general 80s madness, there is plenty to do for everyone at this family friendly festival.

CHELTENHAM

08-15 Jul Cheltenham Music Festival

The festival celebrates the very best in contemporary composition alongside a feast of popular classics. From hands-on family concerts to world premieres by the world’s finest performers, Cheltenham Music Festival promises 8 days of sublime and surprising musical adventures for all ages.

DUNDEE

21-23 Jul Rewind Festival

Scone Palace plays host to the only festival dedicated entirely to the much-loved music scene of the 80s. With a line-up of classic old timers, it will be a neon fun-filled weekend for all the family.

11-13 Aug Otherland Festival

A carefully curated line-up of cutting-edge, forward-thinking artists will span genres across six stages in the Otherlands, taking place at Scone Palace in Perth. The Otherlands is a multi-genre escape featuring both global and home-grown talent from a wide array of sounds. Stages will feature everything from live & electronic to punk, rock & rap as attendees are taken on a sensory trip into the unknown.

GLASGOW

07-09 Jul TRNSMT

In a country already renowned for having the best audiences in the world, cinch presents TRNSMT, set within the city’s Glasgow Green, shows artists from around the world that there’s nothing better than a Scottish crowd. Artist are still being announced, but we already know that the likes of George Ezra, Sam Fander, The 1975, Becky Hill, The Kooks and Kasabian will be there.

LEEDS

02 Jul Mardi Gras

Following the huge success of the inaugural Mardi Gras Festival, Roundhay Park plays host to the return of this smash hit event. The 2023 line-up is yet to be announced, so keep your eyes peeled.

25-27 Aug Leeds Festival

The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With some of the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it’s a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere. The list of must-sees is far too long for us to go through, so go check out the impressive line up and secure your tickets ASAP!

LIVERPOOL

28 Jun-02 Jul Lytham Music Festival

The stellar line-up is announced as Lancashire's biggest live music festival prepares to return for the biggest party yet, with a 5-night line-up. Lytham Festival will take place in the Main Proms Arena on Lytham Green. Kaiser Chiefs, Sting, Lionel Richie are just some of the massive names to be performing.

LONDON

07-09 July Wireless Festival

Wireless is returning to London this year, and will be taking place at Finbury Park. It’s Europe’s biggest celebration of contemporary black music and the only festival in the UK to be hosting the likes of Lucki and K Trap.

NEWCASTLE

05-06 Aug Loosefest

It's back and it's bigger than ever. Loosefest heads to Newcastle's Town Moor this summer, featuring headline acts including Craig David, Sean Paul, Sigala, Patrick Topping, Kenny Dope and many more. They promise 80+ incredible artists, 5 unique stages and 1 HUGE weekend!

OXFORD

14-17 Jun Nocturne Live Blenheim Palace

Nocturne at Blenheim Palace is a series of concerts in the Great Court, the UK's most beautiful venue. This year's fantastic line up includes Lionel Richie, Gabrielle and Emeli Sandé.

READING

25-27 Aug Reading Festival

The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With some of the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it’s a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere. The list of must-sees is far too long for us to go through, so go check out the impressive line up and secure your tickets ASAP!