The best August bank holiday festivals and events
Don’t waste your time off stuck indoors. Check out the best August bank holiday 2024 events and festivals here and secure your tickets.
Last updated: 15th Aug 2024
Originally published: 24th Jul 2023
It's only a couple of months until Mondays start feeling like the best day of the week. That’s right we’re talking about bank holidays, especially one in particular that keeps us pushing through summer; the August Bank Holiday. Here at Skiddle, we rank Bank Holidays quite high, considering they're literally the best thing that has ever happened to the UK since Chinese takeaways, and while the August Bank Holiday may seem far away, there is nothing wrong with a bit of festival prep.
Known as the best time in the year with the combination of the sun (when the UK weather is feeling generous), and a bucketload of bevs leading to a hangover can officially be a Monday problem (result!). So whether you're looking for just a one-day event or a Bank Holiday extension to get leathered; we've got you covered.
So let us kickstart the buzz, and get into the best August Bank Holiday festivals and events in 2024, that’ll have you scouring the UK.
August Bank Holiday 2024 events
Tuff Groove 100th Birthday Party
Photo: Tuff Groove Recording / Facebook
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: The Lower Third in London
Want to be a part of a big celebration this August Bank Holiday? Well, look no further because Tuff Groove Recordings is holding a birthday party for their 100th release and they're welcoming everyone to join. Based in The Lower Third in London, it'll be filled with all the best sounds of Hard House, with the company of some amazing guests.
This will also be DJ Paul King's last ever event (for now), so if you want to get the chance to witness some heavy djing get yourself down to The Lower Third this August Bank Holiday.
For more information on Tuff Groove 100th Birthday Party click - here
Photo: Back By Dope Demand / Facebook
When: Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Impossible Manchester in Manchester
Sometimes the name speaks for itself, and with this event it definitely does. Held in the vibrant location of Impossible in Manchester, Back By Dope Demand is hosting a big 3 part party to kick the August bank holiday into full swing. With a bottomless brunch from 2pm - 5pm, followed by a rooftop party from 5pm - 10pm, then a Kable Club Bassment from 10pm - 4am to seal the night in.
So if you're looking for the full package filled with banging food, unreal company, and the sound of Trance, Old Skool and 90s blasting through the speakers, then this might be the event for you.
For more information on Back By Dope Demand click - here
Déjà vu presents 'The After Party'
Photo: Nick Manning / Facebook
When: Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: 61 Bar and Venue in Taunton
We got any house music lovers in the building? Who we kidding of course we do, and we have an event that is going to be right up your alley for this August Bank Holiday. Heading down south for this one we've got Deja Vu events presenting a jam-packed after party filled with nothing but house bangers.
With some talented DJs on the list to bring in the tunes, this is the perfect way to spend your Sunday, and even better tickets are crazy cheap right now so get them while you can!
For more information on Déjà vu presents 'The After Party' click - here
Photo: Dreamland Margate / Facebook
When: Friday 23rd August 2024
Each year Dreamland brings out the full works for their Margate summer series and this year is no different, as they have no other than Busted crashing onto their Margate shores. Off the back of their 20th-anniversary tour, Busted will be on the Dreamland Margate stages bringing you all their best tunes from 'Year 3000' to 'What I Go To School For'.
Plus with a bucket load of attractions from numerous food vans to fairground attractions, this is the perfect place to enter your fangirl era this August Bank Holiday.
For more information on Busted at Dreamland click - here
Photo: Dave Pearce / Facebook
When: Friday 23rd August 2024
Where: Unit Nine in Milton Keynes
Fridays never felt so good especially if you're in Milton Keynes beause there is only one place to be during this August Bank Holiday weekend and that's at Unit Nine because the one and only Dave Pearce is going to be on the decks brining you all the best trance and dance anthems.
Known as an absolute legend in the DJ world, this is going to be a night remember as on the bill is a whole bunch of house classics from the likees of, Tiësto, Crystal Waters, Livin Joy, Groove Armada, Faithless, Fat Boy Slim, Daft Punk and so many more. So get your tickets and get down to Unit Nice to have an ultimate selection of what a proper firday night looks like.
For more information on Dave Pearce click - here
Photo: Thames Boat Parties / Facebook
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: Westminster Pier in London
It wouldn't really be a bank holiday if we didn't mention at least one boat party. Happening on the Westminster Pier, one of London's best boat parties is making a return sailing all through the River Themes while blasting the best of pop and hip hop. From 7.30 pm to 6 am, the boat will be in full swing giving you plenty of time to not just party but also gaze on the stunning views of London.
Best get them seasick tables out if you don't want to miss out on this one!
For more information on PARTY! PARTY! Boat Party click - here
August bank holiday festivals in 2024
When: Thursday 22nd - Sunday 25th August 2024
As one of the biggest events happening on the August Bank Holiday, there is nothing that you would rather be doing than getting yourself down to Creamfields. As the wonderful festival that it is, Creamfields hits hard on the list it brings you everything you’d expect from a bank holiday weekend.
With fairground attractions, a heavy lineup, and more than enough scenery to get any party-goer going this is the best place to be without worrying about them Sunday scaries the next day. And even better if you’re trying to keep it professional in the workplace, creams is in the most beautiful place possible meaning that you can opt for just saying you went for a really scenic walk that just happened to be surrounded by absolute bangers.
For more information on Creamfields click - here
When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Whitebottom Farm in Stockport
Big names, boomin' baselines, and boutique festivals in a bull field can only indicate one thing; movin festival is back and ready for business. With each year being an absolute dream, Movin festival has now become the place to be during the August bank holiday; and we couldn’t agree more.
Based only a couple miles from Manchester, Movin Festival is based on the beautiful views of the eco-friendly Whitebottom farm in the stunning countryside in Campstall. Plus with their unmissable lineup, there is no doubt that this will be an event to look out for.
You can secure weekend tickets or day tickets to enjoy Moovin, a fest known for its wholesome, chilled-out vibes.
For more information on Moovin Festival click - here
When: Thursday 24th - Sunday 27th August 2023
Where: North Lakes Country Park in Silloth, Cumbria
Returning for its 20th anniversary, Solfest is definitely a place to be during the August Bank Holiday. Classed as one of Cumbria's brightest and best music and arts festivals. Surrounded by a diverse range of stages that'll be filled with class artists to help you bring in all the summer vibes. Including, De La Soul, N-Trance, Utah Saints, The Wailers, The Bluetones, Dutty Moonshine Big Band and loads more.
Plus just when you couldn't think this festival couldn't get any more wholesome, Solfest is run by army volunteers, (things we love to see), who pride themselves on being one of the biggest independent festivals with a stunning view! With plenty of genre's to choose from, including reggae, indie, rock, folk, punk, and some sprinkles of hip-hop, DnB, and house, Solfest is here to hit every vibe you're looking for this August Bank Holiday.
For more information on Solfest click - here
When: Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Venue TBA in Litchfield
We try our best not to be too biased about certain festivals, but with it being a Crooked House Event, it was super hard not too. Based in Litchfield, Crooked House In The Park is letting 2024 know it's back, and better than ever. And after a sell-out year last year, they're ready to bring in another one.
With 6 stages full of an array of genres from house, trance, UK garage, drum n bass, and reggae; with Mungo's Hifi ft Charlie P, Jam Jah SoundSystem, Milo Sadler and more as just some of the names headline their Rum and Reggae stage. Who's ready for a session of straight jammin'?
So get ready for mind-blowing visuals, fairground rides, stage of art sound, and 12 hours of non-stop madness.
For more information on Crooked House In The Park click - here
When: Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Campbell Park in Milton Keynes
Another one for the August bank holiday is MKF, also known as Milton Keynes Festival, a 2 day event full of pure tribute acts. Though they get slated pretty hard on social media, the Concrete Jungle is taking a big win by providing you with all the best talents on their grounds of Campbell Park.
Heavy on the rock, indie, metal, alternative, and pop rock genres there is a full spread of things to enjoy at the Milton Keys Festival. And even better it’s family-friendly, so now you don’t have to worry about finding a babysitter. With 30 live bands, 2 stages of music, food and beer stalls, and funfair attractions, it’s definitely worth checking out for those August Bank Holiday plans.
For more information on MKF- Milton Keynes Festival click - here
When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Basingstoke
We've got something brand spanking new on the list here, and if you're a fan of hip hop, bassline and heavy UKG then this is going to be right up your street. Bringing all the legends that had us bopping our heads to some serious beats is, Old Skool Neverland Festival. With their list full of everything we love about baseline to blast it through their speakers over 3 days in Basingstoke, and we couldn't be more gassed about this one.
On the agenda for this banging Bank Holiday Festival is, Wiley, Romeo & Lisa Mafia, Luck and Neat, Artful Dodger, Big Brovaz, and plenty more.
For more information on Old Skool Neverland Festival click - here
Photo: Eastern Electrics/ Facebook
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: Morden Park in London
The August Bank Holiday is looking pretty busy, and we’ve got another event coming up that might make deciding that little bit harder. Back again in London, we've got Eastern Electrics Festival as they return for another unbeatable selection of all day music.
Providing world-class underground DJs, and urban acts to bring some noise to their now 7 stages hosted by some iconic clubbing institutions. With high-quality production and hot sounds to (hopefully) match that scorching summer weather, this is an August Bank Holiday festival you'll want in your plans.
For more information on Eastern Electrics Festival click - here
Noughty 90s Festival Newcastle
Photo: Noughty 90s Festival/ Facebook
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: Leazes Park in Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle get ready for some big throwback energy this August Bank Holiday weekend because Noughty 90s festival is heading your way for a day of unmissable partying. With the highest level of unreal vibes buzzing throughout the day, Noughty 90s festival is the best day out for those looking to let loose in the sun.
With a solid lineup from the likes of, B*witched, Daren Styles, Basshunter, East 17, Andy Whitby, Gareth Gates, Dan Harding and loads more! There will be three different stages; a pop stage, a dance stage, and Andy Whitby and friends giving you more than enough choice to enjoy two of the biggest decades!
For more information on Noughty 90s Festival click - here
Non-music events
Photo: Roller Disco / Facebook.com
When: multiple events including ones from Friday 23rd - Monday 26th August 2024
Where: Rollernation in London
If you’re looking for non-music events, the home of the roller disco has a handful of events for you to check out.
They have Rollerboogie on the 23rd, bringing nu-disco tunes before moving into afrobeats, R&B, and hip-hop in the evening and early hours of Saturday morning. On the Saturday, there'll be the Family Jam Early Session, allowing those aged 5 to 14 the chance to take to the floor with their families.
RollerDisco keeps the bank holiday weekend party vibes going with classic disco plus hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Wrapping up the bank holiday weekend, they’ll be coming through with The Sunday Open Age Skate Session on the 25th, allowing those over 5 years old to enjoy the thrill of skating to the soundtrack of DJs.
For more information on Rollernation click - here
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: The Warehouse in Leeds
Making its grand debut in Leeds on the bank holiday weekend, UKG Bingo is ready to tear up The Warehouse. Celebrating all things UKG, you can expect genre classics, singalongs, dance competitions, and, of course, huge prices if you smash your bingo card.
The perfect pre-party for any UKG fan who wants to hit the town after, it kicks off at 6:60pm and finishes at 9:30pm, giving you plenty of time to head to a club, bar, or someone’s gaff.
For more information on UKG Bingo Leeds click - here
When: Friday 23rd August 2024
Where: Filey Road in Scarborough
OMG Stunts brings some family-friendly madness to Scarborough on the Friday, blowing peoples’ minds with stunts including freestyle motocross with 15ft jumps up vertical walls, drop-offs, specially designed obstacles, and more.
More than motorbike and quad stunts, there’ll be exploding coffins, stunts involving fire, circus skills, and monster truck madness. Topping that off with extreme monster truck rides, OMG Stunts’ new show is certain to have everyone of all ages laughing from start to finish.
For more information on OMG Stunts - Scarborough click - here
Boogie Brunch - Ibiza Classics
When: Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: Radisson Red in Glasgow
One of the best rooftop bars in Glasgow will see a takeover from an Ibiza brunch party for the bank hols. Serving up a two-course brunch alongside a free Eden Mill Gin, Mond Premium Vodka, or WEST Beer for just £39, it’ll be gorgeous.
Continuing the series of summer events, they’re bringing Ibiza classics with live saxophone, Ace Tribe dancers, and all the usual fun the regulars know and love. And if you fancy an evening party after, you’ve got plenty of time as the brunch will wrap up at 5pm.
For more information on Boogie Brunch - Ibiza Classics click - here
When: Friday 23rd August 2024
Where: Tiger Tiger in London
London’s hottest paint party is here! To the sounds of 90s R&B, hip-hop, and club classics, you and your mates can enjoy an evening of painting while sipping on a delicious cocktail.
They’ll be throwing in a round of shots during the break while holding competitions so punters can be in with the chance of winning some fantastic prizes. Simply perfect for having a laugh and enjoying yourself with a mate or partner, it’s a recipe for laughter.
If you’re worried about your skills, or lack thereof, a resident artist will be there to help so you can take home your masterpiece. All art supplies will be provided.
For more information on Party 'N' Paint click - here
Photo: oldskoolbingo.com
When: Friday 23rd, Saturday 24th, and Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: London and Manchester
Bringing 80s, 90s, and 00s R&B to London and Manchester for some unique bingo, these events are perfect for any die-hard R&B fan.
The first event will be on the 23rd at London's Trapeze Bar on the Friday. Then the party comes to Manchester’s Mother Mary on the Saturday, and finally, back to London on the 25th over at The Queen Of The South.
All three events will bring R&B-inspired games, soulful vibes, an MC host to keep the energy high, and ridiculous challenges throughout the evening which will provide you with the chance to win some crazy prizes.
For more information on R&B Bingo click - here
When: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Blyth Hall Farm in Birmingham
After a five-year hiatus, Wizzafest returns, bringing live music, workshops, art, yoga, and other activities for families. The three-day camping festival offers some wholesome fun while also helping to raise money for Marie Curie.
Accessible for all, the team behind the fest has considered everything carefully, ensuring there’s plenty to get stuck into for everyone. But it goes beyond that. Now funded by the Arts Council, the goal is to go beyond accessibility and break down barriers to create shared experiences.
Secure your three-day tickets to enjoy the full three, or go with a day ticket to get a taste of what’s on offer.
For more information on Wizzafest click - here
Wild Wood Reggae Summer Retreat
When: Friday 23rd - Saturday 24th August 2024
Where: Fell Foot Wood Newby Bridge in Ulverston
Wholesome family fun is what Wild Wood Reggae Retreat is all about. This year, the team have put together a lineup of ten reggae selectors and some MCs from across the north-west to soundtrack this retreat that’ll see reggae, roots, and dub, while punters laugh, relax, and connect.
All about coming together as a community and embracing positive energy, the organisers have urged people to bring their picnic blankets, gather their mates, and enjoy two days of music in the sunshine.
For more information on Wild Wood Reggae Summer Retreat click - here
When: Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August 2024
Where: Selina in Birmingham
Paws & Breathe has two puppy yoga events in Birmingham this bank holiday weekend, you lucky lot. You’ll do 20 minutes of yoga followed by half an hour of puppy cuddles. Both yoga and puppies are proven to reduce stress and improve mental health, so, when you think about it, it makes sense to combine the two. All instructors are fully qualified and the pups benefit from learning to socialise before they go off to their forever homes.
For more information on Paws & Breathe Puppy Yoga click - here
With an extra day off to recover, it’s illegal to not get up to some fun over any bank holiday weekend. So grab your tickets and expect to have to weekend of your life!
If none of these events seems like your scene, there are so many more festivals and events over the summer bank holiday weekend to check out. From house and techno, EDM, trance and so many more!
Check out Skiddle's festival page to see what tickles your fancy!
Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
