New research conducted by WDW Bingo shows the significant increase in UK music festival ticket prices over the past decade, with prices soaring by more than 200% for some major events.
UK Festival Ticket Prices More Than Double in a Decade
New research has revealed the staggering increase in the cost of attending UK music festivals, with the price of a weekend ticket for many major events having more than doubled over the past decade. The study, conducted by WDW Bingo, found that Lincolnshire’s Lost Village has seen the most dramatic price hike, with tickets soaring by 211% from £98 in 2015 to £305 in 2025. In contrast, Y Not Festival in the Peak District recorded the smallest rise among the festivals analysed, with its ticket price increasing by just 26% over the same period, from £95 to £120.
Factors Contributing to Rising Costs
The findings highlight a significant shift in the market, with only Y Not and Parklife now falling under the £200 price point that nearly half of UK fans consider their limit. Other major festivals with significant increases include Winchester’s Boomtown Fair, which saw a 150% rise to £300, and Cornwall’s Boardmasters, where prices jumped 126% to £269. The trend reflects a move towards larger-scale productions, bigger artist bookings, and more immersive on-site experiences.
Explaining the data, Harrison Score, Head of WDW Bingo, commented: “The significant rise in festival ticket prices isn’t just a simple case of inflation – numerous factors come into play. Artist fees are escalating due to global competition, and the ever-increasing production costs for elaborate staging, enhanced security, and complex logistics contribute to the rising costs.”
Published on 12 August 2025 by UKFG
