The United Kingdom combines royal traditions with one of Europe's most vibrant music scenes – from legendary open-air festivals to Christmas markets and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Whether in London, Manchester or Scotland, visitors can expect a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo Soultown Festival takes place on September 4, 2027 in Beckenham near London. A single day packed with soul, Motown and funk once again takes over Croydon Road Recreation Ground, with the 2027 line-up to be announced.
Illustrative photo Remembrance Sunday 2027 takes place on November 14 with the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph on Whitehall, London. Attending the solemn ceremony, including the silence and March Past, is free and open to everyone.
Illustrative photo The Great British Cheese Festival has traditionally taken place on the grounds of Cardiff Castle, bringing together more than 400 British cheeses. Official dates for 2026 have not yet been confirmed.
Illustrative photo Open House Festival London returns in 2027, opening more than 800 buildings across all 33 boroughs for free. As the world's largest architecture festival, it offers guided tours, talks and a rare look behind doors usually closed to the public.
Illustrative photo Wireless Festival is London's flagship Hip Hop and Grime festival at Finsbury Park, known for headliners like Drake, Kanye West and Rihanna. Following the 2026 cancellation, the 2027 date has not yet been confirmed.
Illustrative photo We Are FSTVL 2027 is expected in late May at Damyns Hall Aerodrome (Airfield of Dreams) in Upminster, near London. Experience a non-stop house, techno and drum&bass marathon on massive custom stages with the signature airport concept. Exact dates and tickets will be announced on wearefstvl.com.
Illustrative photo Junction 2 has ranked among Europe's leading techno festivals since 2016, held at Boston Manor Park in London. Over three days, several stages set between woodland clearings and a motorway flyover combine a natural backdrop with top tier electronic music.
Illustrative photo Edinburgh Psych Fest returns to Summerhall and other venues across Edinburgh in 2027. The exact date for 2027 has not been announced yet. One day of psychedelic rock, garage and trippy visuals spread across the city.
Illustrative photo Manchester Psych Fest returns to the Oxford Road Corridor in Manchester in 2027. The exact date for 2027 has not been announced yet. A full day of psychedelic rock, indie and experimental music across several venues in the city.
Illustrative photo The York Food and Drink Festival 2027 takes place from September 18 to 27 in York city centre. Ten days of market stalls, tastings and live music fill Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square.
Illustrative photo Jazz Autumn 2026 brings a series of jazz concerts to the newly renovated Turner Sims on the University of Southampton campus this October and November. The intimate 365 seat hall is known for its exceptional acoustics.
Illustrative photo The Great River Race 2026 takes place on September 12 on the River Thames, taking 270 boats from Millwall to Ham in Richmond past 28 London bridges. Spectating is free along the entire route.