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Big Feastival, presented by Monzo, will open its gates in just 100 days’ time for another spectacular year of incredible live music (with headliners Basement Jaxx, The Streets and Bastille), award-winning food (including Simon Rogan and Anna Haugh) and thrilling family entertainment. Taking place from Friday 28 – Sunday 30 August on Alex James’ Cotswolds Farm, the festival today announces exciting additions to its party line-up, including DJs set to perform at the Cheese Hub and The Outpost. Details on this year’s incredible dining experiences are also revealed. Camping, Weekend and Day Tickets are on sale now at www.bigfeastival.com.
The legendary Cheese Hub is set to deliver a packed weekend of feel-good energy, with a curated mix of returning favourites and first-time performers taking to the decks. Dance music icons Seb Fontaine and Tall Paul will return with their beloved Syrup Takeover, while DJ Spoony, Simon Pegg and Capital Breakfast’s Chris Stark are back by popular demand. Big Feastival’s very own Alex James will also take to the stage alongside special guests, while BBC Radio 1’s Sarah Story and Connor Coates will make their Cheese Hub debuts.
Following a hugely successful launch last year, The Outpost returns with its distinctive blend of live music and after-hours entertainment. From the reggae-infused sounds of Marley to indie favourites Riding The Low and rising singer-songwriter Maya Lane, the stage promises a vibrant atmosphere throughout the weekend. Folk artist Jack Rideout and Jonny Morgan & The Support will also perform, while the ever-popular Indie Disco Karaoke will give audience members the chance to take centre stage. These acts feature amongst an already packed programme alongside Fabio & Grooverider, Revival House Project, The Allergies (DJ Set), The Horne Section, Sweet Female Attitude, Duke, Barrioke, Gospeloke, Disco Celidh, Hip Hop House Band, Grohlercoaster, In-here Brothers and Pacho Nacho.
Big Feastival’s legendary dining experiences also return for 2026, promising truly unique culinary adventures, bringing together exceptional chefs and fire cooked flavours. Pit Kitchen will once again lead the festival’s immersive dining offering, hosting the much-loved Thursday Night Feast for early arrivals, as well as the laid-back Lazy Lunches, serving delicious seasonal food in an intimate communal setting.
As the sun sets, the festival’s Fire Pit Feasts will offer an unforgettable evening of flame-cooked dining, presented by Mak Blak alongside a stellar line-up of guest chefs. Goldies will take over on Friday night, followed by acclaimed chef Josh Eggleton on Saturday, before Mel Brown closes the weekend with her bold, flavour-driven cooking on Sunday. Each experience will begin with a St Germain Spritz on arrival, while Champagne Canard Duchêne Cuvée Léonie Iconic will be paired with each meal. Spaces are limited and bookings will open online from Friday 22 May.
Across the weekend, Big Feastival’s music programme will bring together some of the biggest names in British music. Basement Jaxx, The Streets and Bastille will headline the main stage, while performances from Rudim3ntal, Perrie, Mimi Webb, Doves, White Lies, Freya Ridings, Ms Dynamite and The Coral promise a packed weekend of standout live sets.
Food lovers can look forward to appearances from the country’s most celebrated culinary names. Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan will headline the Big Kitchen stage with a special live demonstration, joined across the weekend by Anna Haugh, Emily English, Rachel Allen, Poppy O’Toole, Tom Barnes, Meera Sodha, Nokx Majozi, Sally Abe and Jon Watts.
Comedy and podcast talent will once again bring plenty of laughs to the farm, with Joel Dommett, Suzi Ruffell and Ivo Graham among the names performing at The Exchange. Inbetweeners stars Joe Thomas and James Buckley will present a live edition of their podcast Fact Up, while the Scummy Mummies will also appear. Harriet Kemsley, Shappie Khorsandi and Scott Bennett complete the line-up.
Families remain at the heart of Big Feastival, with entertainment for all ages running throughout the weekend. Younger festivalgoers can enjoy everything from Taskmaster Club, children’s TV megastar Justin Fletcher and the KPop Demon Hunters Disco, to energetic performances from MC Grammar and Nick Cope.
With world-class music, unforgettable food experiences and entertainment for every generation, Big Feastival 2026 is shaping up to be the ultimate bank holiday weekend. For the full programme so far and to secure your tickets, visit: www.bigfeastival.com
