Campervan Campout Festival 2026

1–3 May 2026 – South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex
Day Ticket: £25 per adult (17 & under go free)

For 2026, your day ticket gives you access to the entire weekend! Buy once and come and go as you please on Friday, Saturday and Sunday — enjoy three days of festival fun for one price.

Proudly sponsored by Spartan Campers, Campervan Campout returns for its fourth year following a sell-out 2024!
Music all day, 2026’s line-up already features Marvin Humes, bringing his acclaimed Noughties Baby DJ set fresh from KISS and KISStory, alongside international sax star Ellie Sax, whose high-energy performances with Ministry of Sound and Hedkandi light up stages worldwide.

Why Come Along?

If you’re passionate about vanlife, camping culture and outdoor living — this is your festival. Campervan Campout brings together music, community, wellness and inspiration across one incredible weekend.

What’s On at a Glance

👉 Live music & DJ sets all weekend long
👉 Vanlife Village: meet creators, converters and builders
👉 Wellness Sanctuary:
• Balance Yoga with Olena Kazakevych
• Fitness and Movement Classes
• Twin Flame Galactic Activation
• Emotional Release Breathwork
• Kids Crafts
• Sound Baths
• Dance Journey Silent Disco
• Spirit Guide Hypnosis
• Cacao Ceremonies
• Quantum Dragon Breath
• Inner Child Healing
• Expressive Art
• Gong Bath Journeys
• Sharing Circles
• Voice Empowerment with Harp Healing
• Manifestation Workshops
• Chakra Balancing
👉 Foraging with Urban Forage:
• Guided Foraging Walks
• Kids Forage Sessions
• Cooking Demos using Wild Ingredients
• Foraged Brunch and Tasting Sessions
• Early Evening Forage Walks
• Forage Market with Displays and Local Products
• Talks with Christian (Chrisdave) from Urban Forage
👉 Family Activities Zone:
• Family Camping Workshops – practical advice and stories from vanlife parents
• Jitterbug Circus – interactive shows, juggling & circus skills
• Foraging Sessions for Children – discover nature’s hidden treasures
• Beach Games in the Beach Barn – sand-filled fun for all ages
• Inflatables Zone – slides, obstacle courses & bouncy castles
• Bushcraft Workshops – fire lighting, wood carving & woodland crafts
• Face Painting & Glitter – festival sparkle for kids and adults
• Axe Throwing & Archery – try your hand at target skills
• Target Paintball – family-friendly target practice
• Doodle Boards – giant collaborative artwork wall
• Handcrafted Jewellery by Jo – creative making sessions
• Paws in the Pool – splash sessions for dogs
• Spirit Walker – stilt performers roaming the festival
👉 The Campout Hub: talks, workshops & Creators Day with vanlife influencers and experts
👉 Shopping Village:
• Dealers – explore new & used campervans and motorhomes
• Vanlife Accessories – awnings, gadgets, electrics & outdoor gear
• Festival Stands – clothing, glitter, and festival essentials
• Food & Drink – global street food, artisan coffee & craft bars
👉 Self-Build Show: get inspired by clever conversions and creative DIY builds — the go-to spot for anyone passionate about turning a van into a home on wheels.
👉 Cooking Demos & Workshops: join Mark from Vanlife Eats for live cooking demos and hands-on sessions celebrating delicious, camper-friendly food on the road.
👉 VDub Radio: enjoy live DJ sets, broadcasts, and silent disco sessions with VDub Radio as they host the Spartan Campers Stage and bring the soundtrack to your weekend.
👉 Silent Disco Beach Party: when the sun goes down, join the legendary Silent Disco hosted by VDub Radio in the Beach Barn — switch between channels and dance under the lights to your own beat.

Event Info

📍 Venue: South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly RH17 6TL
🕓 Opening Times (Day Visitors): 10:00 am – 10:00 pm daily
🚗 Car Park Locks at 11:00 pm
🐾 Pets: Welcome (on leads)
👧 Children (17 & under): Free entry

Booking Info

✅ Online advance booking recommended to secure your place
🎟️ Day tickets cost £25 for adults when booked online (or £35 on the gate — save £10 by booking early)
👧 17 & under go free (without a ticket)
🗓️ Check for schedule and programme updates on our website www.campervamcampout.co.uk

Why It’s Different

Campervan Campout isn’t just a festival — it’s a full celebration of the vanlife lifestyle. Whether you’re living on the road or weekend-camping, you’ll find inspiration, community and new ideas here.

Join us for live music, wellness offerings, family fun, shopping and a true sense of freedom.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Festival: the entire festival site welcomes well-behaved dogs on leads — with water points, shaded rest areas and even fun activities like ‘Paws in the Pool’ to keep your four-legged friends part of the action!