Top 10 Family Festivals to Visit This Summer
Posted by Little Trekkers on 2nd Jul 2025
Festival season is here and it’s not just for grown-ups! Check out our previous blog psot 'First Family Festival? Here’s What You Need to Know!' to find our top festival tips! We’ve rounded up ten of the best UK festivals bursting with music, adventure, creativity and family fun. Whether your kids love dancing in fields, making crafts, or exploring science and nature, there’s something magical waiting for you this summer!
1. Camp Bestival
Dorset: 24–27th July 2025 | Shropshire: 14–17 August 2025
The ultimate family festival! Think big-name music acts, epic kids’ shows, circus workshops, soft play tents, and that legendary fireworks finale. Camp Bestival really is a mini holiday and festival rolled into one.
2. CarFest
Hampshire: 22–24th August 2025
Created by Chris Evans, CarFest mixes live music, vintage car displays, cooking demos and loads of kids’ activities. Plus, it raises millions for UK children’s charities every year. A feel-good festival perfect for little petrolheads and music lovers alike! Look out for our good friends Spotty Otter and Little Hotdog Watson, go meet thr team and say Hi!
3. Kendal Calling
Lake District: 31 July–3rd August 2025
Nestled in the stunning Lake District, Kendal Calling is famous for its friendly vibe, family area (complete with craft tents, storytelling & circus skills), and a fantastic mix of live music across genres.
4. Latitude Festival
Suffolk: 24-27th July 2025
Famous for its pink sheep, Latitude’s family offering includes theatre, dance, comedy, and dedicated kids’ and teens’ areas. There’s even a family campsite with quieter evenings for little ones.
5. Deer Shed Festival
North Yorkshire: 25–28th July 2025
Combines live music with science, sports, arts and family workshops. Think robot building, den making, and even a dedicated teen tent — perfect for bigger Little Trekkers!
6. Shambala Festival
Northamptonshire: 21–24 August 2025
A small, eco-friendly festival packed with creativity: circus acts, craft workshops, kids’ parades and family cabaret. Costumes are encouraged — so bring your wildest fancy dress!
7. Boardmasters
Cornwall: 6–10 August 2025
A seaside festival where you can watch world-class surfers by day and enjoy beachside music by night. Older kids and teens will love the skate ramps, surf lessons and relaxed vibe.
8. The Big Feastival
Cotswolds: 22–24 August 2025
Hosted on Blur bassist Alex James’ farm, this is the perfect mix of food and fun. Expect cookery demos, street food, live music and a dedicated Little Dudes’ Den with craft sessions, fairground rides and more.
9. Victorious Festival
Portsmouth: 22–24 August 2025
A family favourite by the sea, with a huge kids’ arena, music stages for all tastes, and plenty of local food. Enjoy the bonus of the beach just steps away from the festival fun!
10. Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Edinburgh: 1–25 August 2025
The world’s biggest arts festival — with thousands of shows including plenty made just for families and kids, from puppetry to comedy to interactive workshops. The whole city becomes your festival playground!
Top tip for family festival season:
Pack ear defenders, sun hats, waterproofs and your biggest smiles — and don’t forget to snap a family photo at the same moment each festival for your memory album!