The Best UK Music Festivals in 2025

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From intimate day festivals to multi-day extravaganzas, the UK's music festival scene offers something for every raver and music enthusiast. Learn about the standout events and hidden gems.

Terminal V

Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
April 19th - 20th, 2025

Terminal V in Edinburgh has become one of Scotland's biggest festivals, featuring techno heavyweights and emerging artists in an industrial setting.

GALA

Peckham Rye, South East London
23rd-25th May, 2025

GALA kicks off London's festival season with three days of raving in Peckham, known for its reliable programming and community dedication.

AVA Festival

Venue TBA, Belfast
May 30th - 31st, 2025

AVA Festival is Ireland's crown jewel, offering expertly curated lineups and enthusiastic crowds from Ireland and beyond.

Riverside Festival

Riverside Museum, Glasgow
May 31st - June 1st, 2025

Glasgow's Riverside Festival returns in 2025, showcasing Scotland's electronic talents on the banks of the River Clyde.

Gottwood

Carreglwyd Estate, Llanfaethlu
June 12th - 15th, 2025

Gottwood in Wales is a beloved festival known for its intimate vibe and cutting-edge lineup set in the forest and lakeside dancefloors.

Glastonbury

Worthy Farm, Somerset
June 25th - 29th, 2025

Experience world-class dance music at Glastonbury across five days, with stages like Block9, Shangri-La, and The Common offering unforgettable sets.

Junction 2

Boston Manor Park, West London
25th-27th July, 2025

Junction 2 in West London features slamming house and techno beneath a motorway, with diverse lineups and a mix of concrete and green spaces.

Body Movements

Southwark Park, South East London
August 24th, 2025

Body Movements celebrates queer art in electronic music at Southwark Park, welcoming allies to a festival focused on diversity and respect.

Houghton

Kings Lynn, Norfolk
August 7th - 10th, 2025

Houghton in Norfolk offers a curated lineup in a stunning country estate, attracting electronic music lovers for a weekend escape.

Field Maneuvers

Venue TBA, Norfolk
August 15th - 17th, 2025

Field Maneuvers features intimate vibes and a diverse lineup, showcasing international heavy-hitters and rising talents for a unique festival experience.

We Out Here

Wimborne St Giles, Dorset
August 14th - 17th, 2025

We Out Here in Dorset blends jazz, house, and techno in a family-friendly setting, highlighting a range of artistic talent and community spirit.

Waterworks

Gunnersbury Park, West London
September 13th, 2025

Waterworks in West London offers high-fidelity sound and diverse stages for a day of dancing, with Resident Advisor hosting a stage featuring contemporary club music.

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Last updated: April 3, 2025

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Published on 28 July 2025 by UKFG

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