Somerset’s new Homestead festival announced its cancellation today (Monday 9 June) and is the 39th festival to fall so far this year. That figure is half the number of festivals that fell in 2024, and has been met almost a month ahead of 2025’s mid-point.

The Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) has partnered with Stantec (formerly Hydrock) to launch a new noise helpline for festival promoters.

We’re bringing you a roundup of exciting trends, new and reimagined events for 2025, and initiatives wanting to reshape the festival landscape in 2026.