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When is Reading Festival 2027?
Reading Festival 2027 is on Thursday, August 26, 2027 — that's 326 days (46 weeks) from today.
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Reading Festival 2027 Dates & Schedule
| Date | 26–29 August 2027 |
|---|---|
| Status | Confirmed |
| Day of week | Thursday |
| Countdown | 326 days (46 weeks) |
| Time zone | British Summer Time (BST) |
| Venue | Richfield Avenue |
| Location | Reading, England |
| Tickets | 2027 weekend ticket options are listed on the official site; check current availability and inclusions. |
| Schedule | Early Entry weekend ticket holders can enter the campsite on Wednesday, 25 August; the festival runs from Thursday. |
| What may change | Artist schedules and entry arrangements may change. Check the ticket you buy before booking travel. |
| Source | Reading Festival official information |
| Source checked | October 2, 2026 |
Reading Festival 2027 is on Thursday, August 26, 2027. That is 326 days away — about 46 weeks and 4 days, or roughly 10 months, from today.
Reading Festival runs 26–29 August 2027 at Richfield Avenue. Thursday, 26 August is the festival opening date.
Set your festival countdown to 26 August and a separate countdown for your own departure. Check whether your ticket includes camping before arranging your arrival.
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Reading Festival 2027: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Reading Festival 2027?
Reading Festival 2027 is on Thursday, August 26, 2027 — 326 days from today. You can track it with a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen using the Outside app.
What day of the week is Reading Festival 2027?
Reading Festival 2027 falls on a Thursday. Knowing the weekday helps you plan time off, travel, or weekend activities around the date.
How long until Reading Festival 2027?
Reading Festival 2027 is 46 weeks away — roughly 11 months from now. That's plenty of time to plan ahead.
Is there a free Reading Festival countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a Reading Festival countdown widget for your home screen. Countdowns and standard widgets are free. Features such as custom reminders and calendar sync may require Outside Pro.
When exactly is Reading Festival 2027?
Reading Festival runs 26–29 August 2027 at Richfield Avenue. Thursday, 26 August is the festival opening date.
What is the Reading Festival 2027 schedule?
Early Entry weekend ticket holders can enter the campsite on Wednesday, 25 August; the festival runs from Thursday.
What should I confirm before Reading Festival 2027?
Artist schedules and entry arrangements may change. Check the ticket you buy before booking travel. Set your festival countdown to 26 August and a separate countdown for your own departure. Check whether your ticket includes camping before arranging your arrival.
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