Y Not Festival 2026 is set to bring its trademark blend of indie spirit, sun soaked fields and all-out good vibes back to the Peak District for another unmissable weekend. Held in the charming village of Pikehall, this three-day getaway has grown into one of the UK’s most loved summer festivals — the place where friends meet, favourites play and memories are made against a backdrop of rolling hills and big blue skies.

From the moment you arrive, Y Not feels like a festival with personality. It’s not polished to perfection, and that’s exactly the point — it’s lively, a bit scruffy around the edges and wonderfully unpretentious. Music is, of course, at the heart of it all. The 2026 lineup blends big-name headliners with buzzy breakout acts and lovable cult favourites, giving every corner of the bill something to shout about. Whether you’re there for the anthemic guitar moments, dancefloor grooves or singalong classics, there’s a set that’ll sweep you up.

What really sets Y Not apart is how it balances big festival energy with a friendly, community feel. The main stage might be pumping one minute and everywhere else broken out into a carnival of colour, laughter and spontaneous fun the next. Smaller stages, late-night tents and surprise pop-ups mean there’s always something new to discover even if you’ve been a few times before.

Camping at Y Not is half the fun. Fields full of tents, flags, fairy lights and friends laughing into the early hours make it feel almost like an extended weekend away with your favourite people rather than a festival. There’s great food all over site — from hearty classics to quirky street eats, plus refreshing drinks and plenty of space to chill between sets.

For families and first-timers, Y Not always delivers on good vibes and warm welcomes. It’s big enough to feel like a proper festival yet small enough that you bump into mates at every turn.

In short, Y Not Festival 2026 promises three days of sunshine, singalongs, muddy boots and that unbeatable Peak District buzz — the perfect soundtrack to the start of summer.