2026 CHEAT SHEET 1. LOVE SAVES THE DAY 23rd - 24th May, Bristol House, techno, garage, dnb, jungle, hip hop Bristol’s biggest music festival, celebrating underground and established dance and electronic music artists from Bristol and around the world. Daytime only, takes place over bank holiday weekend. FOOTFALL: 50,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: 18-35 year old, fashion-conscious clubbers and ravers from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and music events, DJ & music equipment and studio hire, audio & visual retailers, fashion & sportswear brands, fitness and beauty, food & drinks retailers, higher education institutes, lifestyle, arts and entertainment, local South West businesses.
2. WYCHWOOD 29th - 31st May, Cheltenham (Gloucestershire) Indie, folk, world, rock, pop + comedy & literature Family-friendly camping festival with music, workshops, comedy, and literature. Winner of the family festival of the year award. FOOTFALL: 13,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: 30-50 year old music lovers and arts enthusiasts. Nostalgic, laid-back '90s' crowd. Family friendly. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and bands, literature, arts and comedy events, music equipment and studio hire, audio & book retailers, indie and vintage fashion brands, food & drinks retailers, family & children focused brands, local South West businesses.
3. LOVE SUPREME 3rd - 5th July, Glynde (East Sussex) Jazz, soul, funk, disco, RnB, blues Europe's largest outdoor summer jazz event. Popular choice for jazz and foodie enthusiasts. FOOTFALL: 50,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Diverse, mature adult audience, wide age range of 25-60, with a roughly equal gender split. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals, bands and events, DJ/music equipment and studio hire, high-end and vintage fashion, fitness & beauty, food & drinks, alcohol/cocktails, homeware, arts & culture, outdoor & travel, local South East businesses.
4. BRISTOL TATTOO CONVENTION 4th - 5th July, Bristol Annual gathering featuring international and local tattoo artists, traders, with live entertainment from local bands and acts. 10 year anniversary this year. FOOTFALL: 10,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Diverse, inclusive, and wide-ranging demographic of alternative art and tattoo enthusiasts and collectors. Family-friendly. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and events, specialist suppliers, entertainment & culture, food & drink retailers, alt. clothing & vintage brands, fitness & beauty, body modification & piercing, gaming, comics and book. Motorcycles & automotives. Local South West businesses.
5. 2000 TREES 8th - 11th July, Cheltenham (Gloucestershire) Emo, Post-Hardcore, Alt-Rock, Shoegaze, Punk Award-winning independent rock music festival. FOOTFALL: 15,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: 20s-50s, rockers, goths, emos, metalheads and punks. Family friendly, with a loyal fanbase, many of whom return every year. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded bands, artists, festivals and events, food & drink retailers, alt. fashion brands, body modification & piercing, arts & culture, family & children-centred brands. Gaming, books, comics & entertainment. Local South West businesses.
6. BRISTOL HARBOUR FESTIVAL 17th - 19th July, Bristol Folk, indie, rock, jazz, funk, soul, hip-hop, reggae One of Bristol's biggest free annual events, held across the waterfront and celebrating the city's maritime heritage, music and arts. FOOTFALL: 250,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Families and local city residents, art and music enthusiasts. Huge range of ages, from children to seniors. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and events, community organisations, food & drink retailers, education, arts, culture & entertainment, family and children-centred brands. Local Bristol-based and South West businesses.
7. RADAR 31st July - 2nd Aug, Manchester Rock, metal, prog, electronic, experimental Progressive indoor music festival, focused on inclusivity and featuring a large gaming/instrument market and artist masterclasses. FOOTFALL: 4,500 DEMOGRAPHIC: Music and gaming fans, community oriented and dedicated fans from a wide range of ages. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and events, gaming, music, comics, film & electronics specialists, food & drink retailers, alt fashion brands, body modification & piercing, arts & entertainment, higher education, local North West businesses.
8. ARCTANGENT 19th - 22nd Aug, Compton Martin (Bristol) Experimental rock, metal, prog, math, post, hardcore, electronic, punk Award-winning festival, renowned for its curated lineups and intimate atmosphere. Attracts a global, dedicated audience. FOOTFALL: 10,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Mostly adult, huge age range from 25 years + upwards who tend to have a niche interest in experimental rock and metal. Inclusive punk atmosphere. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals, bands and events, music equipment & studio hire, food & drink retailers, alt & independent fashion & clothing brands, body modification & piercing, arts & culture. Books, comics & entertainment. Local South West businesses.
9. THE LONG ROAD 27th - 30th Aug, Lutterworth (Leicestershire) Country, Americana, Folk, Bluegrass Three day camping-based festival dedicated to country, Americana, and roots music. Southern-style food and Americana culture. FOOTFALL: 30,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Devoted country and Americana fans, from a wide range of ages and demographics. Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and music events, food and beverage brands, health & beauty, automotives, vintage, retro & Americana specialist clothing & homeware brands, arts, film & entertainment, family & children-centred brands. Local Midlands businesses.
10. FORWARDS 29th - 30th Aug, Bristol Indie, electronic, dance, jazz, pop, alternative Forward-thinking music and discussions on social issues. Internationally acclaimed acts, diverse lineups, panels, discussions, and workshops addressing contemporary politics and community challenges. FOOTFALL: 60,000 DEMOGRAPHIC: Diverse, slightly skewing towards an older, culturally engaged demographic compared to typical pop festivals. Family friendly. YOU SHOULD ADVERTISE HERE: Likeminded festivals and music events, DJ, audio & music equipment specialists, music tech & studio hire, fashion, health, fitness & beauty, food & drink retailers, higher education, arts, culture & entertainment, travel & outdoors retailers. News & political activism. Local South West businesses.
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