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Edinburgh Fringe 2026: as it happened
The flyers are flying, reviews are rolling in and the Fringe is in full swing – join us as we dive headfirst into 2026’s madness
Review
The Roots Picnic London: redefining legacy
The first ever UK edition of Roots Picnic was more than a festival, it was a place for Black music fans to form meaningful community
Camp Bestival 2027 tickets: Early bird weekend passes on sale
Rob and Josie da Bank have confirmed Camp Bestival's return for July 2027, with booking almost open for next summer's four-day Dorset festi-holiday
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The Best UK Festivals in August 2026
Lose the roof with our quickfire guide to the UK’s best festivals happening this month – from Crystal Palace to Creamfields and Leeds to LIDO
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The 11 best Calvin Harris tracks
Picking the best tracks from the superstar DJ ahead of his summer 2026 dates at Creamfields and Hampden Park
Review
Latitude celebrates its 20th birthday with David Byrne, Teddy Swims and Lewis Capaldi
Music, comedy, literature, one wedding and a giant light-up sheep in the sky help mark Latitude’s second decade
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Audi presents… Wilderness Festival 2026: the complete line-up deep dive
A closer look at the best music acts performing at the Oxfordshire festival's 15th edition
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The best UK festivals in July 2026
Escape the sofa with our rapid-fire guide to the UK’s best fests this month – from palaces and parks to Lost Minds and Latitudes
Review
Linkin Park’s Download homecoming was worth the 12-year wait
With Emily Armstrong leading the charge, Linkin Park capped off the weekend with a high-octane set that honoured their legacy while embracing an exciting new chapter
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The best UK festivals in June 2026
Get your summer on with our quickfire guide to the UK’s best festivals this June