The Best Funk & Soul Music Festivals

Expressive, versatile, and dripping in history - the fizzing frequencies of funk and the seductive sounds of soul are ever-alluring; and when all these sounds merge on a festival lineup, you can bet we won't be far behind. 

Whether it’s globetrotting groove-makers bringing their sonics to our shores or homegrown talent adding a British fizz to the funk formula, these festivals showcase it all. From vintage soul to forward-thinking funk experiments, this is where the genre’s roots, offshoots, and envelope-pushing sub-facets unfold.

So scroll down, grab your finest pair of grooving-boots, and dive into some of the best UK Funk and Soul Festivals in 2025 below!

Cross The Tracks

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When: Sunday 25th May 2025 

Where: Brockwell Park in London

2025 Lineup: Michael Kiwanuka, Bashy, Gilles Peterson, Ezra Collective, Jordan Rakei, and many more

The very best of London’s jazz, funk, and soul festivals (with some reggae and electronic, too!) returns once again in 2025, presenting a mix of legends and future legends of the genres, alongside the tunes, there are workshops, food, talks, creative markets, and a wellness area. 

Blessing us with its first edition in 2009, the fest has grown to become one of the most popular fests in the city and a firm favourite for fans of smoother, groovy sounds. Community-focused and all about unity, CTT has a super laid-back and approachable vibe. 

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We Out Here

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When: Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th August 2025

Where: Wimborne St Giles in Wimborne

2025 lineup: Michael Kiwanuka, MJ Cole, Pa Salieu, Incognito, Kokoroko, Rosie Lowe, Emma-Jean Thackray, and many more

We Out Here is a festival for everyone, with this ethos reflected in the bold and wild-spanning programme which extends from spiritual jazz to live drum and bass, bossa nova to British funk, all represented by true pioneers and exciting emerging talent alike.

This year, it's Mercury Prize winner Michael Kiwanuka, alongside stars like MJ Cole, Pa Salieu, Incognito, Kokoroko, Rosie Lowe, Emma-Jean Thackray, and many more bringing an authentic mixture of funk and soul.  It's one of the best funk and soul festivals in the UK, as well as one of the best jazz festivals in the UK, but the relatively intimate vibe means that the essence of the music isn't drowned out. Get those tickets, you won't regret it. 

Find more information on We Out Here - HERE

Soul Town Festival

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When: Saturday 6th September 2025

Where: Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham in London

2025 lineup: Cameo, Lisa Stansfield, Shola Ama, Shalamar, Dionne Warwick, Damage, Musical Youth, Kele Le Roc, The Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club

Soul Town doesn’t stick to just one sound; it’s a joyful jamboree of soul, Motown, funk, disco, house, and this year, even a splash of reggae to keep things spicy. From timeless anthems to groove-laced deep cuts, it’s all about music that moves you.

Add in immersive light shows, vibrant visuals, two energy-packed main stages, 40+ street food spots, a premium gin garden and a cocktail beach, and you’ve got yourself a proper soul-soaked weekender. Soul Town knows how to serve the funk with flair — and then some. 

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Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival

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When: Friday 12th - Sunday 14th July 2024

Where: Moseley Park in Birmingham

2025 lineup: Maribou State, Goldie, Ezra Collective, Jalen Ngonda, Craig Charles, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, Somewhere Soul, and many more

Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul is for those with taste that stretches beyond the obvious - blending the smooth and the syncopated with a genre-bending mix of funk, jazz, soul, electronica, and groove-adjacent DJ sets. This year’s bill is stacked with homegrown gems like Maribou State, Ezra Collective, and Jalen Ngonda, proving the UK’s still got soul in spades.

With an independent spirit rooted in community, discovery, and dancefloor unity, the festival also gives a platform to unsigned artists - your next favourite act might be waiting on the second stage. And if you’re still buzzing after the main show? The afterparties keep the funk flowing well into the night.

Boogietown Festival

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When: Saturday 7th - Sunday 8th September 2024

Where: Apps Court Farm in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey

2025 lineup: Kool & The Gang, UB40, Billy Ocean, Sister Sledge, Jocelyn Brown, Norman Jay, and more. 

Boogietown blends the best of funk, soul, house, disco, and pop into a weekend packed with groove-laced goodness, making it one of the UK’s standout feel-good festivals for 2025. The lineup? Stacked. Expect nostalgic icons, modern-day giants, and genre-hopping energy that caters to all generations.

Beyond the beats, Boogietown brings the full experience: street food galore, disco yoga, wellness workshops, a retro funfair, and fireworks that light up the Surrey skies. It’s not just a festival; it’s a full-body reset.

Just 30 minutes from London and nestled in ancient woodland by the Thames, this is escapism at its finest - a lush, lakeside haven for mind, body, and boogie.

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Love Supreme 

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When: Friday 4th - Sunday 6th July 2025

Where: Glynde Place in East Sussex

2025 lineup: Arooj Aftab, En Vogue, Jamila Woods, Lakecia Benjamin, Maxwell, Sampa The Great, Smokey Robinson, Stanley Clarke, Thee Sacred Souls, and many more

While Love Supreme leans jazz at its core, there’s always a generous helping of funk and soul woven into the weekend. Last year saw legends like Kool & The Gang, Chaka Khan, Black Pumas, and Jordan Rakei grace the stage, and 2025’s shaping up just as strong, with Sampha the Great, Thee Sacred Souls, and more flying the flag for soulful sounds.

But Love Supreme isn’t just about the music. Expect artist talks, film screenings, dance, comedy, spoken word, late-night DJ tents, wellness sessions, a kids’ area, an on-site record store - and yes, even a pool to cool off in.

If you’re up for a genre-spanning journey with big-name headliners and more depth than your average weekender, Love Supreme hits all the right notes.

So which of the best soul festivals caught your eye? Or maybe funk festivals are more your jam? Or both. Both is good. With plenty of funk and soul festivals to choose from, you’re sure to have seen one that got you a bit giddy!  

Still looking for brilliant festivals to check out this year? Why not take a look at the best dance and EDM, house and techno, or indie festivals next? 

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.

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