CozFest 2026 August 29th-30th!
Description
CozFest, voted Essex Festival of the Year 2022, is back with another great line up of local music this August bank holiday weekend!
Come join us for a weekend of live music celebrating the lives of those we've lost.
Nestled in the picturesque countryside of north Essex, CozFest offers the ideal cosy festival atmosphere for you to relax and enjoy performances by some of the finest local musicians from East Anglia.
We want to bring you the full festival experience without breaking the bank. Our bar and food stalls are affordably priced, ensuring that you can enjoy the festivities without worrying about steep costs.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to unwind and immerse yourself in great music and the experience of CozFest!
Festival Opening Hours:
Sat 29th: 12pm - 11pm (Music begins at 1pm)
Sun 30th: 11am - 11pm (Music begins at 12pm)
TBD:
Wild Camping:
Wild camping is included with all ticket purchases
Toilets and running water are available
BBQ's and open flames are prohibited in the campsite
Saturday & weekend ticket holders can camp from Friday evening, arriving between 4pm and 8pm
Saturday-only ticket holders must vacate the campsite by 11 am on Sunday
Weekend and Sunday ticket holders must vacate the campsite by 11 am on Monday
Please see the FAQ section below for more info!
FAQs
- Can I bring food?
You're welcome to bring snacks into the festival area. Campers are welcome to bring something a bit more substantial to keep them going. There will be a variety of food stalls available at the festival.
- Can I bring alcohol?
Sorry, no alcohol can be brought into the festival area.
Campers can each bring one crate of beer/cider or one box of wine, to be kept in their tent.
Strictly no glass is allowed on the festival site. Our bar will be serving beer, cider, local craft ale, spirits, and wine at very reasonable prices.
- Can I take my drink out of the festival area?
Drinks in open containers cannot be taken from the festival area to the campsite or car park.
- Can I bring Campervan?
Yes, campervans are welcome. We have a designated area for them next to the campsite, but no vehicles are allowed inside the campsite.
- What facilities are available?
Toilets and clean drinking water are available on site.
All toilets will be emptied and cleaned on Saturday night. Keep them smelling fresh by always closing the lid, even if there is a queue.
There will be an accessible toilet available but please be aware that you are in a harvested hayfield and the land is prone to natural lumps, bumps and vole holes!
Please ask security or gate staff for access should you require it.
- Can I leave and come back?
Once you're in, you're in. There is no re-entry to the site during festival hours.
(Please contact the festival organiser in advance if you know you will have exceptional circumstances that require you to leave and return.)
- Can I camp?
Absolutely!
Wild camping is free! Book your spot and feel free to pitch your tent on our land adjacent to the festival site.
For those holding Saturday and weekend tickets, you're welcome to camp on Friday night, entry between 4pm and 8pm.
The campsite must be cleared by 11am on Monday 31st August.
- Are dogs welcome?
We welcome friendly dogs, but they must be kept on a lead at all times. This is for their own safety as the festival site has no solid fence to keep them secure from the nearby road.
No other pets though, leave the goldfish at home!
- What's your drug policy?
We operate a strict no-drugs policy and bags will be checked by the security team on entry.
- Is parking available on site?
There is free parking adjacent to the festival site.
- How can I get to the event?
The event entrance is located along a country road with no footpath access. We recommend driving or getting a taxi or using the local bus service.
Taxis or other lift givers should enter the main gate and drive down to the fetival entrance to avoid pulling up at the side of the road.
- Are children allowed at the event?
All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Tickets for children under the age of 12 are free with an adult ticket purchase.
Lineup

Saturday Line-up
Matt-as-trophe Wungiss Keiran Jeremiah Love You Burlesque Change Persona Gunny Sacks Jaz Powell Jez Kemp Cutaways NGX

Sunday Line-up
Vincent Vermillion Foggy Dais' Upbeat Orchestra Becky Livewire Rock Academy Throwback FM Luke Fisher and the Ghost Tides Love You Burlesque Jaz Powell Strangers Know More For The Hornets Pretty In Pink WEAP> The Eyebrowz Se
Description

Description
CozFest 26 is a heartwarming, community-driven independent music festival held over the August Bank Holiday Weekend (August 29–30) in Halstead. Celebrating life, love, and legacy.
The festival blends incredible local live music with a family-friendly vibe, all set against the beautiful backdrop of the North Essex countryside.
What Makes CozFest Special
A Heartfelt Legacy: What began in 2016 as a tribute to Corran "Coz" Powell has blossomed into an inclusive event where attendees are invited to celebrate the memories of absent friends and loved ones.
Essex Festival of the Year: Voted the top festival in Essex in 2022, it features an exceptional lineup of emerging and established artists from East Anglia.
Affordable & Relaxed: Designed to be budget-friendly without sacrificing the true festival experience, food and bar stalls are reasonably priced.
Community Spirit: It offers a beautifully cosy and welcoming atmosphere. You can dance to great bands or take a peaceful moment in the dedicated Memorial Woodland.
Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity

