Tickets 2026

Following the massive success of last year’s Zambezi Fest, which brought together an incredible crowd, unforgettable performances, vibrant markets, and an electric atmosphere from start to finish, we are proud to welcome you to Zambezi Fest 2026. Building on the energy, unity, and unforgettable moments that made last year so special, this year’s festival promises to be bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever—celebrating Southern African culture through music, food, dance, and community over an epic Bank Holiday weekend.

Full Weekend Tickets

• Gates open for camping, caravan, and motorhome access from 12:00 PM on Thursday, 27th August 2026.
• All campers, caravans, and motorhomes must vacate the venue by 12:00 PM on Monday, 31st August 2026.
• Full Weekend tickets include a camping, caravan, or motorhome pitch, but do not include an electric hook-up.
• If you require an electric hook-up, please purchase this along with your ticket.
• Important: We do not provide extension leads or adaptors for electric hook-ups—you must bring your own.

Short Weekend Tickets

• Arrival and Departure
  Friday & Saturday Short Weekend ticket holders may arrive from 9.00am on Friday 28th August 2026 and must vacate the site by 10.00pm on Sunday the 30th August 2026. Late departures may incur additional charges or result in removal.
  
  Saturday & Sunday Short Weekend ticket holders may arrive from 9.00am on Saturday 29th August 2026 and must vacate the site by 12.00pm on Monday the 31st August 2026. Late departures may incur additional charges or result in removal.
  
  
• Short Weekend tickets include a camping, caravan, or motorhome pitch, but do not include an electric hook-up.
• If you require an electric hook-up, please purchase this along with your ticket.
• Important: We do not provide extension leads or adaptors for electric hook-ups—you must bring your own.

Day Tickets

• Friday Ticket: Gates open at 12:00 PM on Friday, 28th August 2026. Patrons must vacate the site by 11:30 PM.
  
  
• Saturday Ticket: Gates open at 9:00 AM on Saturday, 29th August 2026. Patrons must vacate the site by 11:30 PM.
  
  
• Sunday Ticket: Gates open at 9:00 AM on Sunday, 30th August 2026. Patrons must vacate the site by 11:30 PM.

Age Categories for Tickets

• Children under 5: Free of charge.
• Child Ticket: Ages 6 to 17 years.
• Adult Ticket: Ages 18 to 64 years.
• OAP Ticket: Ages 65 and above.

Festival Rules & Regulations

• Glass and alcohol are not allowed onto the main arena due to licencing conditions of the festival
• Security will monitor compliance, and anyone found with restricted items will be asked to leave the main arena.
• All tickets are non-refundable and are purchased under the festival’s Terms & Conditions, which are available HERE and displayed at the main entrance.
• Due to local authority license restrictions this is a ticketed event and tickets have to be purchased prior to the event from our website.

We look forward to welcoming you to Zambezi Fest 2026! 🎉