The Best Music Festivals in Cornwall 2025
Known for its creativity and coastline, Cornwall is also home to one of the UK’s most exciting and eclectic music scenes. Whether you’re listening to international headliners on the cliffs at Watergate Bay, soaking up Ibiza beats on the sand, or enjoying family-friendly global rhythms in the countryside, Cornwall’s music festivals offer diversity.
From intimate sea shanty gatherings to full-scale weekenders, there’s something for every taste – including adult-only events set on a cider farm and community-led festivals celebrating Cornish cultural heritage.
To make the most of an epic line-up of Cornwall music festivals in 2025, plan ahead and snap up early bird tickets. When it comes to where to stay, our luxury holiday cottages in Cornwall offer the perfect retreat – complete with outdoor hot tubs, peaceful rural surroundings, and space to relax after a weekend of live music.
The best music festival in Cornwall 2025
Discover the best music festivals in Cornwall 2025, where you can enjoy great music whilst immersed in beautiful Cornish scenery.
Rattler Fest
When: Friday 25th to Saturday 26th April 2025
Where: Healey's Cornish Cyder Farm
Kicking off the start of the festival season is Healey’s Rattler Fest – run by the creators of one of the UK’s favourite ciders. It’s an adult-only event, but that doesn’t mean that it's lacking in fun. Watch famous DJs, listen to big live bands and dance to party tunes in the Aprés Ski Lodge sessions. Throughout the day there are games and activities to enjoy, including fairground rides, a Mr and Mrs Rattler competition, the Rattler Olympics and spring break party games.
Bands in the Sands
When: May 16th, May 17th, September 5th and September 6th 2025
Where: Perranporth Beach
Held on the golden sands of Perranporth Beach, Bands in the Sands promises a festival-like experience right next to the Atlantic Ocean. A series of four standalone evening events, it’s perfect for those seeking the festival atmosphere for one night only. Expect national acts and local talent, plus free after parties. Previous names have included everything from Tom Jones and The Darkness, to Scouting for Girls and Seasick Steve.
The Great Estate Festival
When: Friday 30th May to Sunday 1st June 2025
Where: Scorrier House
The Great Estate Festival is one of Cornwall’s most imaginative and family-friendly music festivals. Set in the grounds of Scorrier House, it blends big-name headliners with quirky entertainment and a playful, garden fête atmosphere. Expect woodland silent discos, a vintage fairground, secret gin gardens, The Whispering Woods, and learning circus skills at the Swamp Circus. From burlesque cabaret to folk-style corners, there's something for all tastes – plus hot tubs, and plenty of fancy dress. It’s the perfect balance of festival variety, all on a manageable scale for families, first-timers, and festival lovers alike.
Tunes in the Dunes
When: Friday 6th to Sunday 8th June 2025
Where: Perranporth Beach
Older sibling to Bands in the Sands, Tunes in the Dunes is the UK’s biggest festival on a beach. It’s a dream for pop fans, with chart-toppers like Jess Glynne and Pixie Lott sharing the stage with nostalgic throwbacks like Busted and Daniel Bedingfield, plus unbeatable Ibiza anthems. There’s no better way to soak up summer than dancing barefoot to live music right next to the sea. And if you fancy a break, you can relax on the soft sand or go for a refreshing dip.
Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival
When: Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June 2025
Where: Various venues across Falmouth
A firm favourite with both locals and visitors, the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival is a celebration of Cornwall’s maritime heritage. Rooted in tradition, sea shanties have echoed through Cornish pubs for generations – and their popularity has soared in recent years, thanks in part to the rise of the Fisherman’s Friends. This festival is the best place to experience the genre, featuring performers from Cornwall and other Celtic regions like Brittany. Expect rousing songs, steaming Cornish pasties, delicious street food, and a buzzing atmosphere throughout the town – with most performances completely free to enjoy.
Paradhis
When: Friday 4th to Sunday 6th July 2025
Where: Boconnoc Estate
Cornish for ‘paradise’, Paradhis sits at the crossroads of music, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. This boutique festival blends meditation, yoga, nature immersion, and holistic wellbeing with a music lineup curated to create an ‘ethereal, transformative experience’. Open to guests of all ages and backgrounds, Paradhis champions inclusivity and community, offering a welcoming space to reconnect – with yourself, with others, and with the beautiful natural surroundings. Whether you’re dancing beneath the stars or finding stillness in a forest meditation, Paradhis offers an experience that can’t be replicated.
Tropical Pressure
When: Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th July 2025
Where: Mount Pleasant Eco Park
An intimate festival, with just a few thousand tickets up for grabs, Tropical Pressure brings a one-of-a-kind lineup of music, food and workshops inspired by Latin American, African and Caribbean culture. Featuring live bands from all over the world and monumental efforts at fancy dress, vibrant is an understatement. During the day there’s a packed schedule of workshops. By night, big name DJs take over the three stages. Set in the heart of an eco park, the festival's love of culture extends to love of the planet, with plant-fuelled food and a focus on making the event as eco-friendly as possible.
Rock Oyster Festival
When: Thursday 24th to Sunday 27th July 2025
Where: Dinham House
A fusion of epic music and delicious food, Rock Oyster Festival is not only an unmissable music event, but also one of the best food festivals in Cornwall. Combining cooking demos from some of the UK’s most famous chefs and long-table banquets with headlining acts including Rag ‘n’ Bone Man and UB40 it promises to be a sensational weekend. Expect over 50 live performances across multiple stages and countless culinary experiences from fine dining to street vendors. Plus a whole schedule of wellness events, outdoor activities, literary inspiration and family-friendly workshops.
Boardmasters
When: Wednesday 6th to Sunday 10th August 2025
Where: Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach
Cornwall’s largest music festival, Boardmasters spans five unforgettable days across two stunning locations. A popular first festival experience for teenagers, the main site sits high on the cliffs above Watergate Bay, offering panoramic ocean views and some of the most spectacular sunsets of any festival. Down the road at Fistral Beach, the days are packed with world-class surf competitions, skateboarding and BMX displays. With twelve stages showcasing everything from local folk and sea shanty bands to global chart toppers, this year’s lineup includes Raye, The Prodigy, Central Cee, Nelly Furtado and Franz Ferdinand.
Little Orchard Cider and Music Festival, Truro
When: Friday 12th to Sunday 14th September 2025
Where: Healey’s Cyder Farm
Healey’s Cyder Farm not only opens Cornwall’s festival season, but they wrap it up with a later summer celebration too. Unlike their April adult-only event, The Little Orchard Cider and Music Festival is a family-friendly gathering. Get together to enjoy big live bands, a BBC Introducing stage showcasing up-and-coming talent and a silent disco among the trees. Naturally, cider takes centre stage, with a wide range of delicious varieties to sample over the three days.
Make The Cornish Place your festival base
With such an incredible lineup of music festivals in Cornwall for 2025, why not turn your festival trip into a proper holiday? Whether you’re planning to dance the night away at Boardmasters, soak up the soulful sounds at Tropical Pressure, or enjoy a cider-fuelled singalong at The Little Orchard, you’ll need somewhere relaxing to stay. Or, perhaps you’re a parent enjoying some Cornish peace whilst your children are at a festival, or recovering from one.
At The Cornish Place, we offer beautifully designed self-catered holiday cottages nestled in the heart of the Cornish countryside – just a short drive from many of the county’s top music events. Our cottages blend modern amenities with comfort and privacy, including outdoor hot tubs, peaceful surroundings, and plenty of space to unwind after a day (or night) of music and fun.
We’re perfectly located for exploring both the north and south coast, meaning you can mix festival-going with beach days, coastal walks, or just soaking in the hot tub under the stars. Whether you’re here for a long weekend or planning a longer stay, we’ll help make your festival adventure one to remember.
More music near The Cornish Place
Looking for more music? Just a short drive from The Cornish Place, Falmouth is a creative hub hosting an eclectic mix of gigs, open mic nights, and local music in a variety of settings. Whether it's a folk night in a pub, emerging Indie acts and grassroots talent in The Cornish Bank or a gig or mini-festival at The Princess Pavilion, we can help you discover what you’re looking for within easy reach of our beautiful Cornish holiday cottages.
Book your stay at The Cornish Place and make your 2025 music adventure an unforgettable experience.