Download Festival 2027

Download Festival 2027 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14

at a glance

Camping
Camping tickets cover 3 or 5 nights, with general, eco, quiet, campervan, family (Mini Moshers) and upgraded options.
Re-entry
Weekend arena-only ticket holders can leave and come back, with searches each time. Day ticket holders have no re-admission to the main arena.
Bags
Bags entering the main arena must be A4 size or smaller (30 x 21 x 8 cm). The limit does not apply to campsites.
Payments
Cashless festival; bring bank cards and a charged phone for contactless.
Water
Free water refill points across the arena and campsites.
Parking
A car park pass or motorbike pass must be bought in advance.
Shuttles
Shuttle buses run from Derby and East Midlands Parkway stations; Big Green Coach runs coaches from UK pick-up points.

what to bring

Allowed

  • Sealed plastic soft drink or water bottles of 500 ml or less in the arena
  • Empty metal or plastic reusable bottles
  • Meth, Trangia, solid fuel and gel stoves in campsites, with up to 1 L of fuel in a sealed original container

Not allowed

  • Gas canisters and petrol-fuelled cookers
  • Open campfires
  • Drones
  • Glass, including glass reusable bottles
  • Fake or replica weapons
  • Masks that obscure the face
  • Alcohol in the main arena
  • Illegal substances

getting there

Map of Donington Park Circuit Directions

Donington Park Circuit

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP, UK

  • EMA
Parking
A car park pass or motorbike pass must be bought in advance.
Shuttles
Shuttle buses run from Derby and East Midlands Parkway stations; Big Green Coach runs coaches from UK pick-up points.
Rideshare
Taxis and private drop-offs use the Pick Up & Drop Off area near the East Entrance, not nearby roads.
Public transit
The closest mainline stations are East Midlands Parkway (about 20 minutes by bus) and Derby (about 30 minutes).
Accessibility
Accessible campsites, viewing platforms, toilets, changing places units and entrance lanes. Buy a standard ticket, then apply with a Nimbus Access Card or Download Digital Access Pass; contact accessibility@downloadfestival.co.uk.

official faq

Where does the festival take place?

Donington Park, Derby, next to East Midlands Airport.

Can I pay in instalments?

Yes, instalment plans are available through Ticketmaster for all ticket types except RIP, and PayPal Pay in 3 is offered at checkout.

What ID is accepted?

An original passport, full or provisional driving licence, PASS-hologram proof of age card, Ministry of Defence ID card or EU national ID card. Bars run Challenge 21.

Are showers available?

Free showers for campers are located in District X.

Are lockers available?

Lockers will be available in the main arena, District X and the accessible campsites.

Can I fly a drone?

No. Drones are strictly prohibited because of the nearby airport, and police enforce this on site.

Is there a lost property service?

Yes, a lost property team is on site and items can be reported through the online form.

Can day ticket holders access District X?

Weekend arena and day ticket holders can enter the southern part of District X, including the Co-op and Megastore.

sources

Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.

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