Boardmasters runs from Wednesday 5 to Sunday 9 August 2026 at Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach. The organiser describes five days of music, surf, skate, wellness, food and art. Travel information confirms that the two event sites are on the north Cornish coast around Newquay.
Ticket types determine arrival day and campsite access. Five-day camping opens on Wednesday, four-day camping on Thursday and three-day camping on Friday. The official ticket information says campsites must be vacated by noon on Monday 10 August. Day and no-camping products cover the main arena without campsite access.
Visitor information
Dates: Wednesday 5 to Sunday 9 August 2026.
Venues: Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach near Newquay.
Tickets: Current adult day entry starts at £98 for Friday, Saturday or Sunday. The official page lists different prices for coach bundles, weekend camping, no-camping entry, children, teenagers and VIP products. Prices and availability can change by tier.
Entry: Official information lists arena opening at 10am for campers and 11am for day visitors, with different last-entry and re-entry rules.
Travel: The organiser sells an unlimited Newquay shuttle and coach travel. Cornwall Airport Newquay is the nearest airport. Check the current traffic and public-transport plan before setting out.
Where to stay
On-site camping and upgraded accommodation require the relevant festival ticket. For off-site options, browse places to stay near Newquay.
