About

Shindig Festival returns for its eleventh year with an electrifying lineup and a fresh new location. Dubbed “a pint-sized version of Glastonbury,” this family-friendly event brings together an eclectic mix of international talent, immersive arts, and vibrant community spirit.

Music & Lineup

This year’s programme features a global Fat Dog fuse dance-punk, techno, klezmer and industrial pop.  They're already sharing stages with major acts including support slots for Foo Fighters. Snapped Ankles are raw, ritualistic dance-punk – they have a late-night slot for big rave.

WAR, the iconic Long Beach funk, soul, rock band are known for massive sing-along classics like Why Can’t We Be Friends, Low Rider and Spill the Wine. Not forgetting Chali 2NA the bass baritone voice from Jurassic 5 - he is bringing his newly-formed live band.

MY BABY – the much-loved Dutch trio whose riff-driven, roots-psych sound has travelled from cult favourite to major festival stages are on the bill. TEKE::TEKE – the Japanese-Canadian psychedelic rock collective known for their explosive, cinematic sound. Smag På Dig Selv – Denmark’s wildest genre-twisters, will deliver high-octane live chaos.

Other acts include:

• Pola & Bryson
• Serial Killaz
• Stanton Warriors
• Colleen Cosmo Murphy
• Aroop Roy
• Deekline
• Ed Solo
• Mungo’s Hi Fi 
• Kaya Faya
• The Hempolics
• 2Fox
• Close Counters
• Joshua Idehen 

For those seeking relaxation, the healing field provides yoga, saunas, and massages, while award-winning street food vendors offer a variety of culinary delights. Boutique camping includes luxury accommodations, a private bar, and a pamper parlour.

With no main stages, the festival layout consists of stretch marquees, giant tipis, and hidden venues among the arboretum and secret playgrounds.

A Festival for All Ages

Shindig is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, offering a dedicated Kid’s Area packed with circus skills, climbing walls, space hoppers, sandpits, a graffiti wall, and DJ & breakdance workshops. The Craft Area will feature felt making, spoon whittling, woodworking, and jewellery workshops for all ages.

Tickets

Weekend adult tickets start at £175 plus booking fee.