When is Reading Festival?
Reading Festival is held from 21 to 25 August 2024.
What to expect at Reading Festival
Tens of thousands of festival-goers will make their way to Richfield Avenue this August, for a fun-filled weekend of live music and entertainment.
Reading Festival line-up 2024
Reading Festival 2024 will welcome some of the world’s biggest artists to the stage over three days, with performances from the likes of Pendulum, Two Door Cinema Club and Lana Del Rey.
This year’s headliners are:
- Friday – Blink 182
- Saturday – Fred Again..
- Sunday – Liam Gallagher
As well as live music, the festival site will have a variety of food and drink stalls, and other entertainment.
How to get to Reading Festival
Getting to Reading Festival couldn’t be easier. All you have to do is hop aboard a Great Western Railway service to Reading train station. From there, the festival site is just a 15 minute walk. You can also get a shuttle bus or taxi from the station.
Helpful tips when planning your journey
Book your train to Reading Festival early to get our cheapest fares.
If you book your ticket with your Railcard, remember to bring it with you to avoid having to pay for a full-price ticket on the day.
If you’re using an m-ticket or e-ticket, make sure you have enough battery so you can show it when you need to. There will be recharging services at the festival, which you can use for a small cost.
Festival-goers should also bear in mind that the last trains from Reading station can be busy, so it’s a good idea to leave plenty of time if you need to use these services. There will be queuing systems in place at London Paddington and Reading station for the shuttle bus and taxis.