August Music Festival Extravaganza: The Best UK Festivals of 2025

As summer draws to a close, August in the UK is packed with some of the most iconic music festivals in the country. Whether you're a fan of electronic dance music, trap, R&B, or indie rock, there's a festival for every taste this month. Here are the top picks for UK festivals in August 2025:

Bear Grylls' Gone Wild

  • 7–10 August, Holkham Hall, Norfolk & 21–24 August, Powderham, Devon
  • Featuring Blue, Clean Bandit, Sophie Ellis Bextor, and more
  • Family-friendly adventure with activities for all ages

Big City Festival

  • 16 August, Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow
  • Headlined by Lankum with support from Gruff Rhys and Rev Magnetic
  • Post-rock and alt.folk lineup in a new location

All Points East

  • 15–25 August, Victoria Park, London
  • From neo-soul to indie, this festival has it all
  • Featuring artists like Cleo Sol, Sault, Chase & Status, and more

Creamfields

  • 21–24 August, Daresbury Estate, Cheshire
  • Electronic music extravaganza with artists like Fat Boy Slim, Swedish House Mafia, and Martin Garrix
  • International lineup that covers all genres of dance music

Reading & Leeds

  • 22–24 August, Reading & Leeds
  • Known for its eclectic lineup, this festival includes Hozier, Bring Me The Horizon, Travis Scott, and more
  • A summer party for music lovers of all ages

Big Feastival

22–24 August, Churchill Heath Farm, The Cotswolds

  • Hosted by Blur's Alex Jones featuring Nelly Furtado, Faithless, Travis, and more
  • A blend of music and food in a picturesque setting