Day Tickets: Gloworm Festival

• Live Music & Main Stage Acts: See Vengaboys Experience, Black Lace (Dene Michael), Pat Sharp, Nick Cope, Maddie Moate and Twist & Pulse perform live
• Big Top Shows & Entertainment: Enjoy theatre shows, live performances, DJs and family-friendly stage entertainment throughout the weekend
• Character Appearances & Meet & Greets: Meet your favourite characters including SpongeBob SquarePants and other special guest stars
• Adventure Zone: Take on high-energy activities including grass sledging, trampolining, parkour, laser tag and more
• The Hive: Get involved with live wrestling, graffiti workshops, drumming sessions and interactive arcade-style games
• Playmobil Village: Build, play and explore with hands-on Playmobil experiences and creative play tables
• Creative Play Zone: Enjoy arts, crafts, sensory play and toddler-friendly activities designed for younger guests
• Into The Woods: Experience forest-school style activities, nature play and outdoor adventure in a woodland setting
• Great Outdoors: Meet animals from White Post Farm, try climbing challenges and explore hands-on outdoor activities
• Mythic Adventures: Enter a world of dragons, storytelling, themed shows and immersive fantasy experiences
• Circus & Skills Zones: Watch live circus performances and try your own circus skills with interactive workshops
• The Beach: Relax and play in giant sand areas with seaside-style fun for the whole family
• Fairground Rides: Enjoy classic rides included in your ticket (available until 5pm each day)

Gloworm Festival is a 3-day family festival packed with live performances, workshops, play zones and immersive experiences for all ages.

Your ticket includes entry to Gloworm Festival on your chosen day, access to shows, workshops, meet-and-greets, fairground rides (free until 5pm) and most festival activities.

Yes — Gloworm Festival is designed specifically for families with children, particularly ages 0–13.

Yes — there are plenty of food and drink vendors on site.

Yes — Gloworm Festival is designed to be accessible, with a range of facilities and support available, but there are some important considerations due to the outdoor setting.

• The festival takes place outdoors at Thoresby Park, with mainly grass terrain that can become uneven or muddy
• Electric wheelchairs can usually navigate most areas, but assistance may be needed in some conditions
• Pathways connect key areas such as car parks, campsites and the main arena
• Accessible toilets are available, including facilities with grab rails, hoist and changing table
• Accessible parking is provided, with Blue Badge holders directed on arrival
• Assistance dogs are welcome with prior notice

Carer Tickets at Gloworm Festival

Gloworm Festival offers free Personal Assistant (carer) passes for guests who need extra support.

• Guests can apply for one free Carer Pass per booking
• The Carer Pass is issued to support the main ticket holder and cannot be used on its own
• At least one adult ticket must be purchased before applying
• You’ll need to provide valid supporting evidence (e.g. CredAbility Access Card)
• Carer Passes are issued as e-tickets and checked on arrival

Yes! Upgrade your family festival in Newark with Weekend + Camping tickets, so you can stay all day, laugh all night and pitch up next to all the action.

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Gloworm Festival camping tickets include full weekend festival entry from Friday through Sunday night, plus access to camping facilities such as toilets, showers and exclusive camper entertainment.

• Camping guests can arrive from 12pm on Friday and must leave by 12pm on Monday after the festival weekend.
• Enjoy exclusive Friday night entertainment before the full festival opens, giving you a head start on the weekend fun.

What is included in tent camping at Gloworm Festival?

• Tent camping gives you a pitch space for your own tent for the full weekend. This is a space-only option, so you’ll need to bring your own camping equipment.

What is the Gloworm Festival family camping offer?

• The Gloworm Festival family camping offer includes weekend festival entry and camping for families, making it an easy and great-value way to stay together onsite.

What is Tent Park & Pitch at Gloworm Festival?

• Tent Park & Pitch gives you additional space and allows you to park near your tent, offering a more convenient and flexible camping setup.

What is Vehicle Park & Pitch at Gloworm Festival?

• Vehicle Park & Pitch is for campers arriving with a campervan, caravan or motorhome. It includes a dedicated pitch area for your vehicle and camping space.

Do I need an extra pass for Park & Pitch at Gloworm Festival?

• Yes, Park & Pitch requires an additional pass and must be purchased alongside your weekend camping tickets.

Can I camp next to my friends at Gloworm Festival?

• Camping spaces are allocated on arrival, so if you’d like to camp together, you should arrive at the same time.

Are there facilities in the Gloworm Festival campsite?

• Yes, all campers have access to toilets and showers throughout the weekend to keep your stay comfortable.

Is parking included with Gloworm Festival camping tickets?

• Standard camping includes parking per pitch, and Park & Pitch options allow you to park closer to your camping space.