The Big Feastival has announced new music, comedy and chef additions for 2026 to it’s already stellar line-up.
Alongside confirmed headliners Basement Jaxx, The Streets and Bastille, the newly announced line-up includes Rudimental, Perrie, Doves, White Lies and Freya Ridings. Indie and guitar-led acts such as The Coral, Red Rum Club, The Ordinary Boys, The Rosadocs and Tors also feature across the weekend, with Ms Dynamite, Antony Szmierek, Bradley Simpson, Fiona-Lee and The Cuban Brothers adding further variety to the main stage programme.
On the food side, organisers say chef and TV presenter Anna Haugh will headline the Big Kitchen programme, with cookbook author Meera Sodha also set to appear.
The festival returns to Alex James’ farm near Kingham, Oxfordshire, over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
Big Feastival Oxfordshire 2026 at a glance
- Dates: Fri 28 – Sun 30 August 2026
- Location: Alex James’ farm, Kingham, Oxfordshire OX7 6UJ
- Closest station: Kingham, a short walk from the site
- Tickets: weekend/day + camping options, with payment plan available
- Dogs: not allowed, except assistance dogs
- Bringing food/drink: rules differ for main arena vs campsite (details below)
Big Feastival line-up 2026
Music line-up: who’s playing Big Feastival 2026
Main stage headliners
- Basement Jaxx (Friday)
Pioneers of UK electronic music, known for their genre-spanning sound that blends house, funk and pop, and for high-energy live shows. - The Streets (Saturday)
Mike Skinner’s influential project, mixing hip hop, garage and spoken-word storytelling, with songs rooted in everyday British life. - Bastille (Sunday)
One of the UK’s biggest modern pop bands, combining stadium-ready anthems with electronic and indie influences.
Main stage artists
- Perrie (Friday)
Former Little Mix member performing solo material, centred on vocal-led pop with emotional themes. - White Lies (Friday)
Indie-rock trio with a darker, synth-driven sound and a catalogue of festival-friendly tracks. - Antony Szmierek (Friday)
Spoken-word-leaning alt-pop artist, representing newer voices on the line-up. - The Ordinary Boys (Friday)
Indie band associated with the mid-2000s guitar scene, bringing a nostalgic edge to the bill. - Fiona-Lee (Friday)
Emerging artist adding a contemporary pop presence to the line-up. - Rudimental (Saturday)
(Main Image) London drum & bass group whose crossover hits combine electronic production with live instrumentation and vocals. - Ms Dynamite (Saturday)
UK R&B, hip hop and garage artist with a back catalogue of early-2000s hits and socially aware lyrics. - Tors (Saturday)
Alternative pop trio known for melodic hooks and modern indie production. - Bradley Simpson (Saturday)
Singer-songwriter and frontman of The Vamps, performing solo material alongside pop-rock influences. - The Cuban Brothers (Saturday)
A high-energy live act combining funk, disco, comedy and dance performance. - Doves (Sunday)
Manchester alternative band known for atmospheric, melodic rock and reflective songwriting. - Freya Ridings (Sunday)
Piano-led pop artist recognised for powerful ballads and intimate songwriting. - The Coral (Sunday)
Long-standing indie band blending psychedelic rock with melodic pop influences. - Red Rum Club (Sunday)
Liverpool band mixing indie pop with brass sections and upbeat, crowd-pleasing songs. - The Rosadocs (Sunday)
Indie band delivering guitar-driven tracks suited to open-air festival settings.
Late-night and alternative stages
- Barrioke (The Outpost)
Live-band karaoke sessions encouraging audience participation after main stage performances.
Food and chefs
- Anna Haugh – chef and restaurateur behind Myrtle and The Wee Sister, known for modern Irish cooking and TV appearances.
- Emily English – nutrition-focused cook and author sharing accessible, health-led recipes.
- Rachel Allen – chef, teacher and author associated with Ballymaloe Cookery School.
- Poppy O’Toole – social media chef (Poppy Cooks) known for home cooking and potato-focused recipes.
- Tom Barnes – chef at Skof (Manchester), specialising in contemporary British cooking.
- Meera Sodha – cookbook author and Guardian Feast columnist known for vibrant vegetarian cooking.
- Nokx Majozi – flavour-led cooking inspired by international influences and cultural storytelling.
- Sally Abé – modern British cooking, appearing across multiple festival stages.
- Jon Watts – social media food creator known for approachable home-cooking videos.
- Mat Blak (The Fire Pit) – fire-led cooking and global flavours.
- Freddy Bird – chef and food writer known for seasonal cooking.
- Amber Francis – Great British Menu’s 2025 Champion of Champions.
- Rosie Kellett – chef and food writer, known for practical, modern recipes.
- Duncan Robertson & Kyu Jeon – duo known for recipe-led food content and cooking demonstrations.
- Christina Soteriou (The Fire Pit) – chef cooking live over fire as part of the festival’s flame-focused stage.
Comedy and live shows
- Harriet Kemsley – stand-up comedian known for offbeat storytelling and TV appearances.
- Shappi Khorsandi – stand-up comedian with sharp writing on identity, family life and contemporary culture.
- Scott Bennett – stand-up comedian known for observational comedy and live touring.
- Ciara O’Connor – comedian and writer bringing contemporary stand-up to the festival bill.
- The Scummy Mummies (The Exchange, all days) – live comedy podcast with a focus on modern parenthood.
Family and kids
- Justin Fletcher – children’s TV performer appearing on the main stage.
- MC Grammar (The Big Top) – family-friendly music and storytelling sessions.
- Nick Cope – singer-songwriter known for family concerts and humorous songs for children.
- Taskmaster Club – interactive challenges inspired by the Taskmaster format, designed for family participation.
- The Tales of Beatrix Potter – family theatre based on the classic children’s stories.
- The Flying Seagull Project (all days) – circus-theatre and comedy performance aimed at children and families.
- Adam Henson’s Cotswolds Farm Park (book signings, all days) – family book signings linked to farm and countryside themes.
- Lizzie’s Way Wild Play (Fri & Sun) – outdoor, nature-based play activities.
Getting there from Oxford
How to get to Big Feastival from Oxford by train
Big Feastival repeatedly flags train travel as the easiest route. The closest station is Kingham, described by the festival as around a 3-minute walk to the site.
The festival notes there are regular services to and from Oxford (as well as Reading, Worcester and Hereford), with additional route notes for the Bank Holiday period.
Which gate is closest to Kingham station?
The festival’s “Festival Essentials” guidance says Kingham station is a short walk to Red Gate.
By car
The festival’s official “Getting Here” guide tells drivers to follow yellow AA signage, not sat nav, once close to the site.
Parking arrangements and add-ons can vary by ticket type and year, so the most reliable approach is to check the official travel guide closer to the event.
Tickets and what they include
Big Feastival sells a mix of camping tickets, weekend/day tickets, and accessible options, with an essential companion ticket listed as free in ticketing information.
The festival’s ticket page also notes a payment plan option for adult camping tickets.
Tip for readers: if you’re travelling from Oxford for a single day, the train + day ticket combination is often the least stressful (no campsite load-in, minimal parking complexity).
Big Feastival 2026 ticket costs
Prices correct at time of writing; check the official ticket page for live pricing and fees.
| Ticket type | Approx. cost (from) |
|---|---|
| Weekend (no camping) | Adult from ~£213 |
| Weekend Teen (13–17) | ~£140 |
| Weekend Child (6–12) | ~£56 |
| Child under 6 | Free |
Day tickets are usually available at a cheaper price than the full weekend. Exact pricing varies by date released and availability.
Camping Tickets
| Ticket type | Approx. cost (from) |
|---|---|
| Adult Weekend + Camping | From ~£238 |
| Teen + Camping | Mid-range |
| Child + Camping | Lower cost |
| Essential Companion (for accessibility) | Free (with qualifying ticket) |
Camping gives you access through the festival site, usually starting Thursday afternoon/evening before the Friday show day
What you can bring in: food and drink rules
This is one of the most common questions, and the rules differ depending on where you are.
Can you bring your own food and drink into the Main Arena?
The festival help pages state that festival-goers are not permitted to bring their own items for consumption into the Main Arena, with an exception for baby food.
Can campers bring food and drink?
Yes, the festival says campers are welcome to bring food and drink to the campsites, although there are also concessions serving coffee and breakfast.
Prohibited items and limits
A separate help article on prohibited items notes limits for personal alcohol and flags “no glass” and “no animals” (except assistance dogs).
Practical takeaway: pack snacks and supplies for the campsite, but don’t plan to carry a picnic into the arena, you’ll likely have to leave it or dispose of it.
Can you bring your dog?
No, Big Feastival says dogs must stay at home, with guide and assistance dogs allowed.
If you need to bring an assistance dog, the festival asks customers to contact them in advance and notes entry requirements.
Accessibility and essential information
Big Feastival publishes an Access Guide PDF, which includes details about site access and assistance dog processes.
If you or someone in your group needs accessible camping or support, check the festival’s ticket categories and the access guide early, as these options can have specific entry routes and facilities.
What’s on beyond the main stage
Big Feastival positions itself as a combined music + food + family festival. The festival site highlights:
- big-name music and DJs
- chef demos and food programme
- family activities in a farm setting
The festival also promotes greener travel choices, specifically encouraging public transport and noting the proximity of Kingham station.
Before you go: quick checklist for Oxfordshire readers
- Train or car? If going by train, aim for Kingham station and follow event signage to the correct gate.
- Main Arena food rules: plan to buy food inside the arena; campers can bring supplies to camp.
- No dogs: except registered assistance dogs, with advance contact recommended.
- Follow AA signage: sat nav may not take you to the correct entrance.
- Check updates close to the event: policies and timings can change year to year.
