21 – 24 May 2026 | whitebottom farm, manchester, UK
Buckle & Boots Country Music Festival
Get ready for the 10 Year Anniversary of the UK’s award-winning country music festival.
This is where Nashville meets Manchester – and where the best of UK and US country take the stage for one unforgettable long weekend at Whitebottom Farm.
Since 2016, Buckle & Boots has been more than a festival. It’s a family.
Join us this May, as we celebrate a decade of songs, stories, and the people who make it all feel like home.
the buckle & Boots experience
World-class live music
from headline acts and breakout artists.
Incredible food & drink
from smoky BBQs to fine dining pop-ups.
Hawkstone bar
pouring over 80 taps of beer and cider.
Stay your way
camp or glamp in comfort.
Shopping & style
browse hats, boots and festival fashion.
Writers Rounds
where country talent share their stories.
LIVE COUNTRY FROM THE BEST
From the Main Stage, where headline acts and fan favourites deliver the big festival moments, to The Paddock Stage, home to rising stars and songwriter showcases, Buckle & Boots brings together the full spectrum of country music.
Across the weekend, you’ll hear chart-toppers, international artists, Nashville exports, and some of the best UK talent making waves right now – all sharing the same stages, same crowds, and the same love of real country music. It’s the kind of lineup you’ll be talking about long after the lights go down, so don’t miss your chance to be there – tickets are available now.
check out what's in store
Our 10th anniversary weekend at Whitebottom Farm is just around the corner, and the schedule is packed across two stages, with acoustic sessions, writers’ rounds, line dancing, artisan stalls, amazing food & drink, Hawkstone beer and plenty more.
Final release tickets are selling fast – grab yours before they’re gone.
Stay Where You Belong
However you like to festival, there’s a space for you here.
- General Camping
Bring your own tent and make yourself at home. You’ll be just a short stroll from the stages, bars, and food traders – close enough to catch the energy.
- Glamping
Prefer a little more comfort? Our pre-pitched bell tents offer that country-chic touch with real beds, lighting, and space to unwind. Book Glamping here.
- Live-In Vehicles
Got your own camper or motorhome? No problem – we’ve got dedicated areas for you too, so you can roll up, park, and relax.
- Off-Site Camping
Our Off-Site camping area for live-in vehicles is a short stroll away through the beautiful Etherow Park – or hop on the Shuttle Bus and you’ll soon be at the heart of the action.
BE PART OF OUR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the scene, Buckle & Boots 2026 is your chance to be part of a milestone moment in UK country history.
Ten years. Two stages. One unforgettable weekend.
Tickets are available now, with Klarna payment plan so you can spread the cost.
This is what Buckle & Boots sounds like.
Our official playlist brings together artists playing Buckle & Boots this year, music that feels right at home under the lights at Whitebottom Farm. It’s a snapshot of the Buckle & Boots spirit – honest songs, great storytelling, and artists who belong on our stage.
Whether you’re counting down to May or just discovering the festival for the first time, this is the perfect place to start. Stick it on loud, settle in, and get into the Buckle & Boots state of mind.