If you love the freedom of van life, the UK’s campervan festivals and events are the perfect way to connect with fellow enthusiasts, discover new gear, and immerse yourself in a world of adventure.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxed weekend with live music and craft beers, or a specialist event with workshops and conversion demos, there’s something for everyone in 2026.
Below, we’ve rounded up the best campervan festivals and events across the UK, with details on what to expect and where to find out more.
January – March 2026
The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2026
📅 16th – 21st February 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
🔗 Website
The year kicks off with one of the UK’s biggest indoor leisure vehicle shows. Expect the latest campervans and motorhomes, new product launches, conversion inspiration, and expert talks.
If you’re considering buying, upgrading or planning a big 2026 trip, this is the place to compare models under one roof.
VolksWorld Show 2026
📅 22nd March 2026
📍 South of England Showground, West Sussex
🔗 Website
A must-visit for VW campervan lovers, this show celebrates classic Volkswagens with an incredible display of restored and custom VW campers, Beetles, and other vintage models. Expect live music, a bustling trade village, and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
April – June 2026
Campervan Campout 2026
📅 1st May – 3rd May 2026
📍 The South of England Showground, West Sussex
🔗 Website
The Campervan Campout Festival offers a weekend of live music, vanlife culture, and hands-on workshops. Highlights this year include performances by Marvin Humes, international sax star Ellie Sax and over 40 free talks and demonstrations, and showcases of self-build campervans.
Attendees can explore The Beach Barn for daytime games and evening entertainment or visit The Self-Build Show for van conversion inspiration. Tickets and more details are available on the official website.
Van Life Festival 2026
📅 29th – 31st May 2026
📍 The West Mid Showground, Shrewsbury
🔗 Website
One of the UK’s best-known vanlife festivals. A vibrant celebration of campervan culture, featuring live music, van-building workshops, adventure talks, and street food.
This is a great place to meet like-minded travellers and get inspiration for your next conversion project.
Vanlove Festival 2026
📅 18th – 21st June 2026
📍 Thruxton race circuit, SP11 8PN
🔗 Website
Vanlove Fest 2026 offers a vibrant celebration for vanlife enthusiasts. This year’s festival features live performances by artists like Dave Pearce and Artful Dodger.
With a variety of camping zones, attendees can explore areas such as the Adventure Zone and the Vanlove Retreat Wellness Village, participate in workshops, and enjoy diverse food options.
VanLife Fest @ The Hall 2026
📅 19th – 21st June 2026
📍 Scampston Hall, Malton, North Yorkshire
🔗 Website
A three-day, family-friendly campervan festival, featuring live music, a trade village, Vanlife coffee club and custom camper display. The festival also features fully licensed bars and a variety of street food vendors. Tickets are available for purchase through the official website.
July – September 2026
Camper Jam 2026
📅 3rd – 5th July 2026
📍 Weston Park, Shropshire
🔗 Website
One of the most popular family-friendly VW camper festivals, Camper Jam offers a weekend of live music, trade stalls, show & shine displays, and kids’ activities. Whether you’re into classic T2s or modern VW Transporters, there’s something for everyone.
Van Vibes Festival 2026
📅 31st July – 2nd August 2026
📍 Lawnhill Events, Surrey
🔗 Website
Van Vibes Festival is a vibrant event set in the picturesque Surrey countryside, offering a relaxed environment to enjoy music, food, dance, and leisure. The festival features live performances delivering unique musical experiences. Attendees can participate in activities including self-defense classes, arts and crafts sessions, and the annual Van Vibes Burger Challenge. Tickets and further details are available on the official website.
Vanlife Eats 2026
📅 28th – 30th August 2026
📍 Dummer Farm, Basingstoke
🔗 Website
Vanlife Eats Festival 2025 is a three-day event celebrating campervan cooking and vanlife culture. The festival features interactive cooking demonstrations, health and wellbeing activities, vanlife workshops, live music, and a dog show. Attendees can also participate in the ‘Van Bake Off’ and enjoy the ‘Big Picnic & Banquet’. Tickets and further details are available on the official website.
Camper Calling 2026
📅 28th – 30th August 2026
📍 Ragley Hall, Warwickshire
🔗 Website
Camper Calling is a family-friendly music festival scheduled for August 28–30th, 2026, at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire. The event features an impressive lineup of artists, including Nile Rodgers, Primal Scream, James Morrison, Shed Seven and much more. In addition to live performances, attendees can enjoy a variety of activities such as creative workshops, lake activities, and diverse food and drink options. Tickets and further details are available on the official website.
Busfest 2026
📅 11th – 13th September 2026
📍 Three Counties Showground, Malvern
🔗 Website
The world’s largest VW Transporter festival, Busfest attracts thousands of campervan lovers from across the globe. Expect everything from rare classic vans to modern conversions, plus entertainment, live music, and a huge trade village.
VanLife Fest @ The Park 2026
📅 Paused for 2026
📍 Revesby Estate, Mareham, Lincolnshire
🔗 Website
VanLife Fest @ The Park is a three-day, family-friendly campervan festival, offering a variety of activities and entertainment, including live music, family entertainment, a trade village, a custom van display, a health and wellness zone, dog show and a vanlife coffee club. This event has been paused for 2026.
October – December 2026
Malvern Caravan & Motorhome Show 2026
📅 2nd –4th October 2026
📍 Three Counties Showground, Malvern
🔗 Website
A great autumn show featuring the latest campervans, caravans, and motorhomes, plus accessories and expert advice on winter camping.
The Motorhome & Caravan Show 2026
📅 13th – 18th October 2026
📍 NEC Birmingham
🔗 Website
One of the UK’s largest campervan and motorhome events, with hundreds of exhibitors showcasing new models, accessories, and innovative technology.
Which Campervan Festival or Event Will You Attend in 2026?
Whether you’re looking for expert advice on conversions, want to browse the latest camper models, or just fancy a fun weekend with fellow van lifers, there’s a UK vanlife festival or event for you in 2026.
Will you be heading to any of these?
