Uptown Festival Rochester Castle - Kent

Uptown Festivals - The Festival Crowd

Available to 7 July 2024

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Get your Uptown Festival tickets at Rochester Castle, the UK's hottest new festival for summer 2024!

Prepare for the festival of a lifetime as Uptown returns in 2024! After a sensational debut in 2023, Uptown set the bar high with Magic Radio creating the perfect atmosphere and the cherished Magic family making it an unforgettable day!

In 2024 they're elevating the excitement for a summer night brimming with endless fun and dancing that you won't want to miss. The anticipation for early bird tickets is palpable. Don’t miss out on all the action!

Uptown Rochester Castle's incredible Lineup:

Catch one of these incredible acts at Rochester Castle!

  • UB40
  • The Marley Experience
  • Maxi Priest
  • General Levy
  • Kent Soul Choir

But that’s just the beginning for 2024. They’re upping the ante with a chic VIP area, a plethora of bars to quench your thirst, larger screens for optimal viewing, a diverse array of delicious food options, and a wealth of entertainment for the entire family.

The headlining acts will have the main stage rocking, and the trusty big top arena will be there to shelter you from any unexpected showers. Plus, the Little Town area is revamping its music selection to offer the best family-friendly beats!

Uptown Festival promises an ultimate day of fun for all ages. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event where the coolest people and families come together for an unforgettable experience.

Secure your tickets now and get ready to join the party of the year! Tickets are delivered instantly via email and SMS!

Castle Hill,
Kent ME1 1SW
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How To Find Us

By Car:

If you’re coming from the north (near Cambridge), take the M11 to the M25, then follow the A2.
From the east (near Canterbury), use the M2 to A229 to A2.
If you’re coming from the south (near Kent city center), take A229 to A2.
From the west (near London), follow the A2 to Rochester.

By Train:

The nearest rail station to Rochester Castle is Rochester. The castle is within easy walking distance from the station.

  • Live Music
  • Toilets
  • Shops
  • Food stalls
  • Bar

Doors open from 12pm, with last entry at 6pm, unless you purchased an early entry ticket which will be labelled accordingly. It will all be finished by 10.30pm.

No! This is an all ages event.

No, there is no camping at Uptown

Due to security reasons, no food or drink can be brought into the site. Free tap water will be available at all bars and there will be lots of drink and food options on site.

Dogs are not allowed at the festival, but Uptown welcome both guide dogs and assistance dogs.

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