2026 Family-friendly festivals

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Outdoor Gigs

The best live music under the sun


Experience 80s Classical live at Hampton Court Palace, a spectacular summer concert set within the stunning historic surroundings of Henry VIII’s iconic royal palace. Enjoy world‑class performers in the intimate Base Court courtyard – an extraordinary opportunity to experience unforgettable 80s hits reimagined by a full orchestra in one of the UK’s most breath-taking outdoor music settings.

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Gary Numan, the legendary synth-rock pioneer, will perform at Palace Bowl Presents on 6 August 2026 as part of his upcoming UK shows. Fans can also catch him live at The Piece Hall in Halifax on 31 July 2026, plus many more performances across the UK. Known for his groundbreaking electronic sound and influence on modern alternative and electronic music, Gary Numan remains one of the most iconic figures in synth rock.

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Gospel Garden presents Kirk Franklin as part of Palace Bowl Presents. The 20-time GRAMMY® Award-winning gospel artist, songwriter and producer is one of the most influential figures in contemporary gospel music. For over three decades, Kirk Franklin has blended Gospel, R&B, hip-hop and pop, creating a groundbreaking sound that has helped bring gospel music to global audiences and redefine its place in mainstream culture.

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Grace Jones joins Palace Bowl Presents in 2026. The trailblazing singer, actor and cultural icon has been redefining music and style since emerging in New York and Paris in the early 1970s. She performs at Palace Bowl on 31 July 2026 with special guests Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Soul II Soul, and will also appear at Electric Paradise in Milton Keynes on 8 August 2026.

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Featuring Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires return to the UK this summer.

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Arizona rock icons Jimmy Eat World return to the UK with three huge outdoor shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of their classic fourth studio album, Bleed American The Piece Hall, Cardiff Castle as well as their biggest ever UK show to date at London’s Gunnersbury Park – joined by special guests Rise Against, The Get Up Kids and Jay Som

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Don’t miss Kasabian’s MASSIVE London show at Finsbury Park next July, joined by special guests Louis Dunford, Razorlight, The K’s, Miles Kane and SOFY.

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Multi-Platinum global pop superstar Kesha has announced the UK/EU leg of her milestone headline tour – the biggest of her already extraordinary career & marking her first headline live run in the UK and Europe in over a decade.

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Brit Award and GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-platinum global pop phenomenon – and star of smash UK television show The Piano – MIKA will launch his biggest headline tour yet across Europe in 2026, in support of his forthcoming new album.

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Progressive rock titans Opeth are heading to West Yorkshire next summer to play an unmissable show at TK Maxx presents Live at The Piece Hall, Sat 1 Aug.

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Celebrating 40 years since their genesis in 1986, Pixies have announced details of a headline worldwide tour for 2026 titled Pixies 40, kicking off in the UK in May 2026 – plus, outdoor shows at Eden Project & On The Mount at Wasing.

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Experience Public Service Broadcasting live at Halifax’s stunning Piece Hall on 23 August, performing in one of the UK’s most breath-taking historic outdoor venues. Set within this award‑winning architectural landmark, the Live at The Piece Hall series offers a unique open‑air concert experience, bringing world‑class artists to an unforgettable cultural setting.

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Headliners

Naïka, Palace, Thee Sacred Souls, The Lightning Seeds, The Cribs, Agnes Obel, Black Country, New Road, Venna, Raf-Saperra, The Flaming Lips, Benjamin Clementine

Somerset House Summer Series with American Express returns to London in 2026, bringing live music back to the city’s iconic cultural courtyard. This prestigious festival offers landmark one‑night‑only performances, celebrating world‑class artists in the heart of a renowned hub for creativity and innovation.

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Experience The Stranglers live at Hampton Court Palace, bringing their iconic sound to the breath-taking historic setting of Henry VIII’s royal residence. Enjoy this legendary band up close in the intimate Base Court courtyard – an extraordinary chance to see one of the UK’s most influential rock groups in a truly unforgettable open‑air summer concert.

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What’s Gig Buddies all about?

Matching people with volunteers who share their interests, so they can go to gigs, evening events, or simply hang out – as equals and as friends.

“Our projects are all about supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people to live the lives they choose.

We’re here to challenge the idea that disabled people should live restricted or isolated lives. Everyone deserves friendship, fun, a social life that reflects who they are and the freedom to Stay Up Late if they want to!

We’re proud to be part of a growing community of Gig Buddies projects across the globe, all inspired by the original project we launched in Sussex in 2013.”

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Ticketmaster’s Festival Finder 2026

Ticketmaster’s Festival Guide is dedicated to everything festivals for 2026. Whether you’re looking for the biggest music acts in the world right now, up-and-coming new festivals, a boutique experience or a family-friendly festival to take the kids to, we’ve got you covered.

Our festival finder guide is jam-packed with all family-friendly festivals, concerts series and outdoor gigs across the UK including stadium shows, concerts under the stars and festivals that offer a vast variety of activities throughout the weekend. We’ve done the research so you don’t have to, providing detailed information on the events and activities that will keep your family entertained for hours.

Finding the perfect festival has never been easier. So why wait? Start exploring our family festival guide today and get ready for an incredible summer of family fun!

Types of Festivals – Arts, Food and Comedy Festivals

Along with music festivals, there are also Arts, Comedy, Theatre, Boutique, Family Friendly, Festival Holiday and Food Festivals to enjoy. Food lovers can sink their teeth into a variety of international delicacies, street food and great eats at most events this summer.

Discover the 2026 Festival Finder hub and filter your way through summer’s biggest and best UK and international festivals with top music artists and line-ups.

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