Creamfields 2026 – Information & FAQs

Key details about Creamfields 2026 at Daresbury – dates, location, age limit, what you can bring, travel options and answers to common questions from UK fans.

This is an unofficial fan guide. Always check the official Creamfields website and your ticket information for the latest rules and timings.

Plan your Creamfields weekend

Creamfields 2026 – key info

*Dates and details may change – always confirm on the official Creamfields website or your ticket provider.

When is Creamfields 2026?

Creamfields 2026 is scheduled for the August Bank Holiday weekend: Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 August 2026. Recent editions have run for four days, with campsites opening on Thursday and music continuing through to late on Sunday night.

From 2024 onwards there is just one UK Creamfields. Creamfields South at Hylands Park, Chelmsford, is no longer running – everything is focused on the main Daresbury event.

Where is Creamfields 2026?

Creamfields takes place at the Daresbury Estate near Warrington, in Cheshire. It sits roughly halfway between Liverpool and Manchester, close to the M56.

Creamfields address:
Daresbury Estate, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 4AF / WA4 4AR, United Kingdom

On the weekend itself, ignore sat-nav near the site and follow official yellow event signs instead.

Typical Creamfields opening times

Exact gate and arena times for 2026 will be confirmed closer to the festival. Based on recent years, the pattern usually looks something like this:

Day	Campsites	Arenas – campers	Arenas – day tickets
Thursday	Open from around midday	Evening entertainment	–
Friday	Open all day	Evening to late night	Selected arenas from late afternoon
Saturday	Open all day	Approx. 12:00 – 04:30	Approx. 14:00 – 04:30
Sunday	Open all day	Approx. 10:00 – 01:30	Approx. 12:00 – 01:30
Monday	Campsites usually close around midday	–	–

These times are for guidance only and may change. Always check the official Creamfields app, website and your ticket information for confirmed 2026 timings.

Creamfields 2026 tickets & line-up

Creamfields 2026 features another huge dance line-up, with early announcements including big names like Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia, Disclosure (live), Underworld (live), Armin van Buuren and more, alongside hundreds of DJs across house, techno, drum & bass and trance.

Tickets are sold in tiers – day tickets, non-camping, 2/3/4-day camping and upgraded packages. Prices move as tiers sell out, so the official ticketing pages are the best place to check live costs.

Travel & where to stay

Most fans travel to Creamfields by official coach, car or a mix of train + shuttle bus. For overseas visitors, Liverpool and Manchester airports are usually the easiest entry points.

• Coaches: Big Green Coach runs day and weekend services direct to the festival coach park, with payment plans and carbon-neutral journeys.
• Shuttles: Shuttle buses normally run from nearby cities such as Liverpool, Manchester and Warrington.
• Driving: You’ll need a parking pass and must follow event signage rather than sat-nav near the site.

If you prefer a real bed, there are plenty of hotels near Creamfields around Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn and beyond – plus options further out in Liverpool and Manchester.

Creamfields FAQs

This section brings together common questions from fan forums, Reddit and festival guides. It’s based on recent Creamfields information – but always check the official website for the latest rules.

Is Creamfields an 18+ festival?

Yes. Creamfields is strictly 18+. Everyone should bring valid photo ID (passport or driving licence). Under-18s are not allowed into the arena or campsites, even with a parent or guardian.

Can I sleep in my car at Creamfields?

No. You cannot camp or sleep in your car in the car parks. If you have a camping ticket you’re expected to sleep in the campsites; campervans and motorhomes are usually not allowed either unless specifically stated in that year’s rules.

Can you leave Creamfields and come back in?

No. Creamfields works on a no pass-out, no re-entry policy. Once you leave the site, you cannot re-enter on the same ticket, so plan your weekend as if you are staying on site the whole time.

What are you allowed to bring into Creamfields?

Rules differ slightly for camping vs day tickets, but recent years have followed this pattern:

• Into the campsites (camping tickets): A limited amount of alcohol in cans or plastic (for example up to 24 cans and 1L of spirits or wine per person), food for personal use, tents, sleeping gear and usual festival essentials. No glass, no kegs, no commercial quantities.
• Into the arena: No alcohol or food for standard customers, but usually one sealed 500ml bottle of water or soft drink per person is allowed. Accessibility customers may be allowed larger bottles and some food – see the official access guide.

There is also a detailed prohibited items list (weapons, flares, large glass items, nitrous, drones, some large speakers, etc.) on the official Creamfields site – always check this before you pack.

What can you take to Creamfields camping?

• A waterproof tent, sleeping bag and roll mat/airbed.
• Clothing for hot days, cold nights and rain – layers, waterproof coat and decent footwear.
• Reasonable amount of food and soft drinks for the campsite.
• Limited alcohol in cans/plastic within the festival’s rules.
• Useful extras: earplugs, eye mask, portable phone charger, torch/headtorch, reusable water bottle or hydration pack.

Leave at home anything on the banned list (large gas canisters, big glass mirrors, weapons, flares, fireworks, nitrous, etc.).

Is water free at Creamfields?

Yes. There are free drinking water points around the campsites and arena. Most fans bring a reusable bottle or hydration pack and refill it regularly rather than buying lots of single-use bottles.

Are you allowed deodorant at Creamfields?

Solid or roll-on deodorant in plastic packaging is normally fine. Aerosol cans can sometimes be restricted or confiscated at searches, depending on that year’s rules and the security team. If in doubt, pack a roll-on or stick deodorant instead of sprays and double-check the “what can I bring?” list before you go.

Is water or soft drink allowed into the arena?

Recent guidance has been that each customer can bring one sealed 500ml bottle of water or soft drink into the arena. Accessibility customers may be allowed a larger sealed bottle as part of their agreement – check the official access information if this applies to you.

What time does Creamfields start and finish on Saturday?

Exact 2026 arena times will be confirmed closer to the festival, but Saturday has typically seen arenas open from around lunchtime and run through to the early hours (around 4am–4.30am). Treat this as a guide only – rely on the official timetable and Creamfields app once they are released.

Where is Creamfields on a map?

On Google Maps you can search for “Creamfields, Daresbury” or use the postcode WA4 4AF. It’s located near the A56 and M56, between Warrington and Runcorn. During the event weekend you should follow festival road signs rather than relying solely on sat-nav.

How do I get to Creamfields?

• Official coach: Big Green Coach runs day and weekend services direct to the festival, with pickup points all over the UK.
• Train + shuttle: Many people travel to Warrington, Liverpool, Runcorn or Manchester by train, then use shuttle buses or local transport to reach the site.
• Driving: Parking passes are needed. Routes are clearly signed in the local area and some roads are closed or diverted.

Your Coaches, Travel and Flights pages go into more detail – this FAQ is just the quick overview.

Where is Creamfields North / Creamfields South?

From 2024 onwards, the Daresbury event is simply called Creamfields (sometimes referred to as Creamfields North in older materials). Creamfields South at Hylands Park, Chelmsford ran in 2022 and 2023 but is not scheduled for 2026.

How much do Creamfields 2026 tickets cost?

Ticket prices change as different tiers sell out, and costs vary by ticket type (day tickets, 2/3/4-day camping, hospitality, etc.). As a rough guide, recent festivals have seen weekend camping tickets start in the mid-£200s plus booking fees, with higher-tier and luxury options costing more. For accurate prices, always check the official ticketing page.

When did Creamfields 2026 tickets go on sale?

Tickets for Creamfields 2026 went on sale in autumn 2025, shortly after the 2025 festival. In general, tickets tend to go live a few weeks after the previous year’s edition, with payment plans available for many options.

Is Creamfields cashless?

Recent fan reports suggest most bars, food stalls and merch stands are card-friendly and increasingly geared towards contactless payments. You should plan to use a debit/credit card or phone payments, but it’s sensible to bring a small amount of cash as backup in case of any technical issues.

Tents, camping kit & festival essentials

Creamfields is a full-on weekend, so a decent tent and camping kit will make a big difference. Think waterproof first, stylish second – Cheshire weather can be kind or brutal.

• Waterproof tent, warm sleeping bag, roll mat/airbed.
• Wellies or sturdy boots, plus spare socks and warm layers.
• Lightweight day bag, portable charger, torch/headtorch.
• Reusable water bottle, sunglasses, hat and suncream.
• Some simple campsite food and snacks for the mornings.

There are plenty of online camping stores offering festival bundles, pop-up tents and fun extras if you want to upgrade your kit before August.