The UK’s country music festival calendar is taking shape for 2027, with C2C Country to Country returning in March, Buckle & Boots expanding to four days in May, and The Long Road bringing country, Americana and roots music to Leicestershire in August. From major arena concerts to intimate countryside gatherings, here’s our guide to the biggest UK country music festivals in 2027, including confirmed dates, locations, headline performers and events still awaiting announcements.
C2C: Country to Country Festival
Dates: 12–14 March 2027
Venues: The O2, London; OVO Hydro, Glasgow; AO Arena, Manchester
What to Expect: The UK’s flagship country music festival returns with Jelly Roll, Ashley McBryde and Riley Green headlining across three cities. Manchester joins the festival for the first time in 2027, replacing Belfast, while additional stages, songwriter sessions and emerging artist showcases offer plenty of opportunities to discover new talent alongside Nashville’s biggest names.
Read more about the C2C 2027 line-up.
Highways Festival
Dates: May 2027 anticipated, awaiting confirmation
Venue: Royal Albert Hall, London
What to Expect: Highways brings country and Americana to one of London’s most prestigious concert venues, combining international stars with emerging talent and intimate performances. Previous editions have featured Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce and Emmylou Harris. A return in May 2027 is anticipated, although dates, performers and ticket details have yet to be announced.
Buckle & Boots
Dates: 27–30 May 2027
Venue: Whitebottom Farm, Stockport, Greater Manchester
What to Expect: Expanding to four days in 2027, Buckle & Boots is one of the UK’s leading independent country music festivals. Known for its friendly atmosphere and commitment to original music, it brings together British and international artists across multiple stages, with songwriter rounds, camping and late-night performances making it a favourite among dedicated country fans.
Full Buckle & Boots 2027 details and tickets.
BST Hyde Park
Dates: Summer 2027, country performances to be announced
Venue: Hyde Park, London
What to Expect: BST Hyde Park has become an important stage for international country superstars, with Garth Brooks headlining in 2026 alongside Zac Brown Band and Ashley McBryde. Although no country performers have yet been announced for 2027, the festival remains one to watch as further headline shows are revealed.
The Long Road
Dates: 26–29 August 2027
Venue: Stanford Hall, Leicestershire
What to Expect: The Long Road returns for another celebration of country, Americana and roots music in the Leicestershire countryside. Combining international stars with emerging British talent, the festival offers multiple stages, camping, Southern-inspired food, classic cars and late-night entertainment, creating an immersive experience that extends well beyond the music.
Full details and tickets for The Long Road 2027.
Song City (formerly The British Country Music Festival)
Dates: 27–29 August 2027
Venue: Manchester Central, Manchester
What to Expect: After seven years in Blackpool, The British Country Music Festival moves to Manchester and relaunches as Song City. The expanded indoor festival will celebrate UK and international country, Americana and roots music, with four stages and more than 100 artists planned. A two-day Songwriters Expo will precede the festival, placing original songwriting and emerging talent firmly in the spotlight.
Read more about The British Country Music Festival’s move to Manchester.
2027 Timeline (by season)
| Season | Key Events / Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Early Spring (March–April) | C2C opens the festival season, with Country on the Clyde taking place over the same weekend in Glasgow. Wildflower Festival and Country on the Coast follow in April. |
| Spring / Early Summer (May–June) | Buckle & Boots expands to four days, while Highways is anticipated in May. Honky Tonk Festival, State Fayre and Clee Country also feature, with BST Hyde Park’s country programme still to be announced. |
| Mid-Summer (July) | Maverick Festival brings Americana and roots music to Suffolk, while Margate Country Music Festival offers a seaside celebration of country music. |
| Late Summer (August) | Country Calling, The Long Road and the inaugural Song City provide major festival highlights, including two significant events over the August bank holiday weekend. |
| Early Autumn (September) | Rockin’ The Country and Sizzlefest round off the summer festival season with more opportunities to enjoy live country music. |
2027 Country Music Festivals – Where, When and Who’s Headlining
The table below brings together confirmed country music festivals across the UK in 2027, alongside selected major events and festivals still awaiting announcements. Line-ups will be added as organisers reveal their performers.
For full event information, visit our Country Music Festivals directory.
2027 Country Music Festivals – Where, When and Who’s Headlining
The table below brings together UK country music festivals scheduled for 2027, alongside selected events still awaiting confirmation. Line-ups will be updated as organisers announce their performers.
| Festival | Dates | Location | Headliners |
|---|---|---|---|
| C2C Country to Country | 12–14 March 2027 | London, Glasgow, Manchester | Jelly Roll, Ashley McBryde, Riley Green |
| Country on the Clyde | 13–14 March 2027 | Glasgow | TBA |
| Wildflower Festival | 16–18 April 2027 | Calne, Wiltshire | Taynee Lord, Gina Larner |
| Country on the Coast | 17–18 April 2027 | Southsea, Portsmouth | Artist applications open |
| Honky Tonk Festival | 30 April–3 May 2027 | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire | TBA |
| Highways Festival | May 2027 anticipated, unconfirmed | Royal Albert Hall, London | TBA |
| Buckle & Boots | 27–30 May 2027 | Stockport, Greater Manchester | TBA |
| State Fayre | 18–20 June 2027 | Chelmsford, Essex | TBA |
| Clee Country Festival | 18–19 June 2027 | Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire | TBA |
| BST Hyde Park | Late June/Early July 2027 | Hyde Park, London | Country performers TBA |
| Towerfest | Awaiting confirmation | Drax, North Yorkshire | TBA |
| Maverick Festival | 2 July-4 July 2027 | Easton Farm Park, Suffolk | TBA |
| Margate Country Music Festival | 10 July 2027 | Margate, Kent | TBA |
| The Big C – Country Against Cancer | 7 August 2027 | Cannock, Staffordshire | TBA |
| Country Calling | 13–15 August 2027 | Chelmsford, Essex | TBA |
| The Long Road | 26–29 August 2027 | Stanford Hall, Leicestershire | TBA |
| Song City | 27–29 August 2027 | Manchester Central, Manchester | TBA |
| Northern Star Festival | Awaiting confirmation | Inverness | TBA |
| Rockin’ The Country | 10–12 September 2027 | Cambridgeshire | TBA |
| Sizzlefest | 10–11 September 2027 | Southampton | TBA |
Dates and line-ups are subject to change. Festivals marked as awaiting confirmation have not yet announced their 2027 editions. Highways and BST Hyde Park are included as major events to watch, with their country music programmes still unconfirmed.
Planning Your 2027 Country Music Festival Season
With festivals taking place from March through to September, country music fans have plenty of opportunities to enjoy live performances across the UK. C2C provides the first major highlight of the year, while festivals such as Buckle & Boots, Country Calling and The Long Road offer the chance to spend a full weekend discovering new artists and enjoying the atmosphere of the British country music community.
Many festivals offer camping or accommodation options, although arrangements vary by event. Booking early can be worthwhile, particularly for established festivals and those offering limited-capacity experiences.
When is the UK country music festival season in 2027?
The main UK country music festival season runs from March to September. C2C Country to Country takes place on 12–14 March, followed by spring festivals including Country on the Coast and Buckle & Boots. The summer calendar features Country Calling, The Long Road and Song City, with further events continuing into September.
Which UK country music festivals offer camping?
Buckle & Boots and The Long Road are among the established UK country festivals offering camping options. Both provide opportunities to enjoy a full festival weekend, with live music and activities extending beyond the main stages. Check individual event listings for the latest camping arrangements, availability and ticket options.
We’ll continue updating this guide throughout 2027 as organisers announce new dates, headline performers and additional festivals. Whether you’re planning a weekend away or looking for country music closer to home, there’s plenty to discover.
For full event details and ticket links, explore our UK Country Music Festivals listings at CountryMusic.co.uk.
