2025 Camper Van Events: Find Your Nearest Festival
- Who are these festivals for? The Vanlife Community in 2025.
- Essential Guidelines for Festival Goers
- What to expect?
- Know the Rules
- Embrace Local Culture
- Top Tips for the Ultimate VW Festival Experience
- Insider Tips to Maximize Fun
- Best Spots for Events Viewing
- Time Management Hacks
- Networking with Fellow Festival-goers
Who are these festivals for? The Vanlife Community in 2025.
Our community has grown wider since the "great unpleasantness" of 2020. "Vanlifer" is an inclusive term we use to cover everyone from full-time van dwellers, motorhome owners, retirees on a European tour and VW enthusiasts of both the air-cooled and water-cooled variety. Whether you own a day van, live in a van, enjoy festival camping, or are just a van enthusiast, we are sure you'd be welcome at any of these events across the UK.
Map of 2025 VW Festival Dates & Locations
2025 Campervan Festival Dates & Locations
| Name | Location | Type | Dates | Dogs Allowed1 | Food Available | Alcohol Available2 | Live Music | Tents Allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show | NEC Birmingham | Exhibition | 18 February 2025 - 23 February 2025 | No | Yes | No | No | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £13.00 | Over 400 leading exhibitors offering their latest and most innovative products and services across almost 20 acres of the NEC. | ||||||||
| VW Campfest | Stonehenge Campsite & Glamping | Festival | 19 April 2025 - 21 April 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £30.00, Per Child £10.00 | Spring VW Festival Celebrates All VWs - Bring Your Car Or Camper Van For This Start Of The Season Bash, Live Bands, Food Vendors And Much More. | ||||||||
| Alive & Kickin | Haughley Park, Suffolk | Festival | 25 April 2025 - 27 April 2024 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £35.00, Day Pass £10.00 | A small relaxed back to basics camping weekend. | ||||||||
| Campervan Campout | South of England Showground, Haywards Heath | Festival | 2 May 2025 - 4 May 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £170.00 | (max 2 adults & 3 children included in pitch fee, extra Adult £20, extra Child £10) | ||||||||
| The Only Meet Is Essex | Orsett Showground, Grays | Festival | 2 May 2025 - 5 May 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £35.00, Day Pass £9.50 | A weekend festival of Campervans, Cars, Food, Booze, Live Performers, Bands & DJs, and 60+ trade pitches! | ||||||||
| VW Breakout | Santa Pod Raceway, Wellingborough | Festival | 16 May 2025 - 18 May 2025 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | Family Friendly VW Weekender! A three-day relaxed VW Festival with all the elements of the shows we all know and love! | ||||||||
| Vanlife Festival | The West Mid Showground, Shrewsbury | Festival | 30 May 2025 - 1 June 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | The event for free spirits who enjoy vanlife & the great outdoors! | ||||||||
| Alive and V-Dubbin | Haughley Park, Suffolk | Festival | 5 June 2025 - 8 June 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £50.00 | |||||||||
| Mighty Dub Fest | Alnwick Castle, Northumberland | Festival | 13 June 2025 - 15 June 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £70.00, Per Child £20.00 | The North Easts award winning family festival, celebrating the van life scene, live music and festival fun | ||||||||
| Camperlife@Stratford | Stratford-upon-Avon Racecourse | Exhibition | 14 June 2025 - 15 June 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £14.85 | Celebrating camping in all its many forms! | ||||||||
| VanLifeFest | Scampston Hall, Malton, North Yorkshire | Festival | 20 June 2025 - 22 June 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £65.00, Day Pass £5.00, Per Child £20.00 | VanLife Fest is a family-friendly campervan weekend of live music, a trade village, free family entertainment, & fully licensed bars, climbing walls, a circus, a gaming van, and much more! | ||||||||
| Camper Jam | Weston Park, Shropshire | Festival | 4 July 2025 - 6 July 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £70.00, Per Child £15.00 | A whole weekend dedicated to the VW community, celebrating everything from T1s to T6s. | ||||||||
| Dorset Volksfest | The Showground, Wareham | Festival | 11 July 2025 - 13 July 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £45.00, Per Adult £20.00 | Set in 35 acres of Dorset countryside, just outside Wareham, all wrapped up in a lovely vibe and a lot of sunshine (or not). | ||||||||
| Vanlove Fest | Elvington Airfield, York | Festival | 18 July 2025 - 20 July 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £79.99, Day Pass £24.99, Per Adult £24.99 | "World’s Greatest Vanlife Community" | ||||||||
| Bug Jam Festival 38 | Santa Pod Raceway, Wellingborough | Festival | 25 July 2025 - 27 July 2025 | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | A true VW festival in every sense of the word, with a vibrant and fun atmosphere, bringing to life the very essence of VW and Campervan culture. | ||||||||
| Dubs South Campout | Strawberry Barn, Fareham | Festival | 25 July 2025 - 25 July 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £89.00 | Camping weekend for all the family in South Downs National Park. | ||||||||
| VW Beetle-Juiced Festival | Wherstead, Ipswich | Festival | 1 August 2025 - 3 August 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £60.00, Day Pass £15.00 | An awesome weekend of chilled vibes & wicked rides for the whole family to enjoy. | ||||||||
| VW Festival | Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds | Festival | 8 August 2025 - 10 August 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Day Pass £25.00, Per Adult £70.00, Per Child £20.00 | The UK's largest family friendly VW show. | ||||||||
| Vdub at the Pub | Wimborne | Festival | 15 August 2025 - 17 August 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £65.00, Per Child £27.00 | |||||||||
| Volkfest Wales | Watton Show Fields, Brecon | Festival | 15 August 2025 - 17 August 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £53.00 | |||||||||
| Camper Calling | Ragley Hall, Warwickshire | Festival | 22 August 2025 - 25 August 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £150.00, Per Child £32.50 | |||||||||
| Busfest 2025 | Three Counties Showground, Malvern | Festival | 12 September 2025 - 14 September 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £60.00 | The Worlds Biggest Vw Transporter Festival! | ||||||||
| VDubs in the Valley | Bewdley, Shropshire | Festival | 19 September 2025 - 21 September 2025 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £60.00, Per Child £18.00 | Dubs Space Nine brings the 9th Vdubs In The Valley, the best-loved VW Show in Shropshire. | ||||||||
| Adventure Overland & Campervan Show | Stratford-upon-Avon Racecourse | Trade Show | 10 October 2025 - 12 October 2025 | No | No | No | No | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Per Adult £14.85 | Two full days of free-to-attend seminars. | ||||||||
| Cranium Camping | Camping at the Hollies, Blackshaw Moor | Festival | Dates Not Announced | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | |||||||||
| Dubbed Out Festival | The Royal Cheshire Showground | Festival | Dates Not Announced | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | The Family Friendly VW Campervan Festival. | ||||||||
| Dubs at the Beach | Esplanade Road, Torbay | Festival | Dates Not Announced | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Unavailable | |||||||||
| VWt Festival | Kent Showground | Festival | Dates Not Announced | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | More Info |
| Price: Full Event (incl. parking) £50.00, Day Pass £25.00 | The ultimate show for all models of VW Transporter | ||||||||
Organisers: If your event is missing or the details above are incorrect, please get in touch using our contact page for a next-day correction or addition - we want this list to be both accurate and exhaustive, as we seem to miss events every year!
Essential Guidelines for Festival Goers
What to expect?
Imagine the rumble of classic VW engines, the scent of petrol in the air, and a sea of brilliant bugs and colourful campervans. Welcome to the world of VW festivals in the UK! These events have evolved from humble gatherings into major cultural phenomena, attracting thousands yearly. As we gear up for 2025, excitement is at an all-time high. Whether you're a die-hard enthusiast or new to the scene, these festivals promise an unforgettable experience.
Know the Rules
Organisers have set rules and regulations for a reason. They're not made to spoil your fun but to ensure everyone has a good time. So, it's crucial to familiarize yourself with them.
- No littering
- Respect others' space
- Follow noise restrictions
Embrace Local Culture
We're guests in this beautiful locale. Let's respect their culture and environment. Remember, we're here to make memories, not messes!
Top Tips for the Ultimate VW Festival Experience
Insider Tips to Maximize Fun
Festivals are all about the vibe. So, let's get into the groove of things.
- Get there early. You'll beat the traffic and have a prime pick of camping spots.
- Pack smart! Don't forget essentials like sunscreen, water bottles, and comfy shoes.
Best Spots for Events Viewing
It's all about location, location, location!
- The main stage is where it's at for live music; snag a spot near the front.
- Want a breather? Head to the chill-out zones for some downtime.
Time Management Hacks
Time flies when you're having fun. Make every second count.
- Plan your day; know which events you want to hit up.
- Prioritize! Can't see everything? Choose what interests you most.
Networking with Fellow Festival-goers
Remember, festivals are social events, too!
- Join online forums or groups before the festival; make friends even before setting foot on site.
- Be open and friendly; share your food or drinks as an icebreaker.
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