More information will be available closer to the festival date.
Both Weekend Arena and Day ticket holders can access District X South (including the Co-op, and the Megastore).
Yes, if you’re travelling by car or motorbike, you’ll need to purchase a Car Park Pass or Motorbike Parking Pass. We strongly recommend booking in advance – availability on the gate is not guaranteed.
Pre-booked parking passes will be posted out to you closer to the event, with delivery taking place up until the week before the festival.
More information will be available closer to the festival date.
Bags must be A4 size or under (30cm height x 8cm depth x 21cm width) to enter the main arena.
These bag restrictions apply ONLY to the arena and not to the campsites.
All Downloaders will be subject to extra searches of their bags (as well as their vehicles and their person).
Alcohol cannot be brought into the Main Arena. For more information, take a look at our list of things you can and can’t bring.
There are no pass out restrictions with a Weekend Arena Only ticket, so you can come and go throughout the day if needed. Please note, searches and ticket checks are required each time you re-enter.
Applications for 2027 will open this autumn.
For enquiries about accessibility, please contact accessibility@downloadfestival.co.uk
You can also visit our accessibility page.
Camping supplies will be available to purchase onsite. More information will be available closer to the festival date.
More information will be available closer to the festival date.