How to win Stowaway Festival Tickets and who is playing?
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Festival season is officially starting to heat up and Stowaway Festival may have just delivered one of the most exciting announcements of the summer.
Returning to Blackpit Farm from 31 July to 2 August 2026, the independent festival has revealed its full day splits for its 5th birthday edition and it is shaping up to be one of the UK’s most interesting weekends for music fans looking beyond the usual mainstream festival circuit.
And in a move that feels perfectly chaotic in the best possible way, organisers are also giving fans the chance to win a prize bundle worth more than £1,200, including festival tickets and access to an exclusive Bristol boat party.
For anyone wondering when festival season truly begins in the UK, this feels like one of the first major moments to mark in the calendar.
Who Is Playing Stowaway Festival 2026?
Stowaway Festival has built a reputation for blending electronic music, live acts and genuinely family-friendly experiences — something even The Guardian highlighted when it praised the event for balancing “electronic music” and “kid friendly” in a way few festivals manage.
Friday 31 July
Friday sees Say She She headline with their soulful disco-infused sound.
They’ll be joined by:
- Eris Drew b2b Octo Octa (listed as Gallegos in event materials)
- Dr Banana
- Move D
- Alex Kassian
- Gabriels (DJ Set)
- Ishmael Ensemble (DJ Set)
Plus a special 30th anniversary takeover from Hospital Records featuring:
- London Elektricity
- Lens
- DJ Zinc
- Makoto
Saturday 1 August
Saturday belongs to Skream, one of the biggest names in UK electronic music.
Also performing:
- Ewan McVicar
- Calibre
- Scientist
- François K
- Emma-Jean Thackray
- Joshua Idehen
- Nicky Blackmarket
Sunday 2 August
The closing day looks equally strong with Nightmares on Wax (DJ Set) and Kokoroko topping the bill.
They’ll be joined by:
- Hot 8 Brass Band
- WheelUP
- Loco Cricket
- Rohan Rakhit
Why Stowaway Festival Is Different
While many UK festivals are becoming increasingly expensive and corporate, Stowaway Festival remains independently owned and sponsor-free.
Founded in 2022 by Duncan Wheeler, the festival has grown quickly and reportedly increased attendance by more than 20% in 2025 despite wider struggles across the festival sector.
Beyond the music, attendees can expect:
- Wild swimming
- Canoeing
- Paddleboarding
- Wellness spaces
- Family activities
- Lakeside woodland spa access
- Artisan food vendors
- Craft beer and cocktails
- No and low-alcohol drinks options
It’s one of the few UK festivals where you can watch world-class DJs before heading off for a paddleboard session the next morning.
How to Win Stowaway Festival Tickets and Bristol Boat Party Access
This is where things get very interesting.
To celebrate its fifth birthday, Stowaway Festival is hosting a secret boat party in Bristol Harbourside on 15 May 2026.
The only way in? Find one of four hidden golden envelopes.
From 5 May, organisers will hide sealed envelopes across Bristol for four consecutive days. Each day:
- A cryptic clue drops at noon on social media
- Newsletter subscribers get early access to clues
- Find an envelope
- Send organisers a selfie
- Win entry for you and four friends
Each prize includes:
- Five tickets to the Bristol boat party
- Five weekend tickets to Stowaway Festival
That makes each prize package worth over £1,200.
From 8 May, any unclaimed tickets will move to a national giveaway, opening the competition to people across the UK.
How Much Are Stowaway Festival Tickets?
Weekend tickets for Stowaway Festival start from £249, while adult day tickets begin at £90.
Given the line-up, independent spirit and bonus activities included, this could be one of the UK’s most underrated festival tickets this summer.
For fans already building their summer playlists, now feels like the perfect time to revisit festival acts and warm up your vocals for those singalong moments at Chalkys.