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Beyond the Bands

Download isn’t just about the music. From thrilling funfair rides, to high-energy RockFit and explosive wrestling, we’ve got non-stop action that hits just as hard as your favourite riffs. Grab a seat in our new covered seating areas or check out our enlarged Megastore, packed with even more merch mayhem for 2025. There’s even hearing protection station (because safety is metal)!

This is your A–Z of everything beyond the bands. Loud, proud, and unmistakably Download!

Ace of Spades
Tattoo Studios @OldSarumTattoo are back with a new range of designs exclusive to #DLXXII!
Axe House Axe throwing for all ages and abilities. Swing by and join the fun!
BBQ Demos Join Adam Purnell, Boca Loco and McBaggleyBBQ as they fire up the grills and showcase their skills!
Chill out spaces & therapy sessions Take a break from the action in one of Blink's wellbeing tents.
Camel Sheesha Sit back and enjoy a variety of fun shisha flavours with Camel Sheesha.
Chilli-eating competitions by Clifton Chilli Club Can you handle the heat? Compete in a chilli-eating competition!
Cinema Showings Unwind with a late-night movie at The Outpost.
Climate Live Explore how music, artists and music fans have the power to drive change with Climate Live.
Cooking Demos Join Mat Blak for a flavour-filled cooking demo!
Every Can Counts Turn your rubbish into exclusive #DLXXII rewards!
Fire Lighting and Primitive Skills Master the flames and ignite your primitive instincts.
Food & Beverages Mosh. Munch. Repeat.
Gooseneck Inn Grab a drink at #DLXXII's biker bar.
Greenpeace Explore Greenpeace's campaign to protect the natural world and inspire individual change.
Hair of the Dog Pub Brand new for 2025, grab a draft beer and enjoy the outdoor seating!
Heavy Metal Sports day Get ready for mayhem at the most rock ‘n’ roll sports day ever!
Hot Dog Eating Contest Stuff your face and claim the crown in #DLXXII's ultimate hot dog showdown.
PJ Tarot Uncover your festival fate with a late-night tarot session.
Raven Records Sip black coffee, explore heavy merch, and dive into wellness with Raven Records.
Rocktail Cocktail Grab a cocktail, hit the dance floor, and party with rock, metal and pop punk bangers all day long.
SÉANCE Feeling brave? Enter the dark and immersive world of SÉANCE.
Slay Duggee Mosh to kids' classics reimagined in hardcore metal.
Skate Ramps Watch the pros or drop in yourself. The ramps are waiting!
The Iron Harp Grab a stout and a slice at the new home of pizza and pints in District X.
The Mercian Axe Beer Festival Sample the best local brews at the Mercian Beer Festival.
Welders Yard F&B Chill out and fill up on a variety of food and drink options.
Yoga, Meditation & Wellness with Flow State Ease into your day with mindful movement, meditation and yoga.