

There has been steady, organic growth since it began life as a gathering of young people attending an overspilling house party in deepest, darkest, Derbyshirest, Derbyshire. But it does retain the carefree, good-time atmosphere of those original, dawning years.
The festival is still run by the same small team of passionate enthusiasts it was all those years ago (albeit a little older and a little wiser), but with the same ethos at heart – great people having a great time makes a great festival.
Stunning panoramic views of the countryside, a fully stocked bar of local ales and ciders, a mouth-watering selection of food and more live music than you could ever possibly take in.
All you need to provide is the memories (and a killer fancy dress outfit).
Rizzle Kicks / Two Door Cinema Club / Dizzee Rascal / Scouting for Girls / The Vaccines / The Libertines / Kaiser Chiefs / The Streets / The Fratellis / Scissor Sisters / Happy Mondays / The Enemy / Lucy Spraggan / Reverend And The Makers / Hard-Fi / Ash / Pale Waves / Beans On Toast / The Lancashire Hotpots / The Royston Club / Black Honey / The Clause / Sleeper / Lottery Winners / Vanessa Carlton / Overpass / Kid Kapichi / The Lilacs / Deco / Raised by owls / The Rosadocs / Keo / Mr Motivator / Bloodworm / Barrioke / Reytons / Dea Matrona / Freddie Halkon / Florence Road
When is Y Not Festival 2026?
Y Not Festival takes place 30th July - Sunday 2nd August 2026.
Where is Y Not Festival?
Y Not Festival is located at Pikehall, Derbyshire DE5 2PG.
Are there any age restrictions at Y Not Festival?
All ages are welcome. Tickets for 12 years and under are free but need to be acquired in advance. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult (21+) - this