Download Festival

Donington Park, Derby. We have no tickets listed for this festival right now — the dates, address and travel notes below are what we hold.

When is Download Festival?

The last edition we hold dates for is Download Festival 2026, which ran 10–14 June 2026.

Where is Download Festival?

Download Festival is held at Donington Park, Derby.

Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP, UK

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How do I get to Download Festival?

By train

The nearest major train station to Donington Park is **Derby Station**. From Derby Station, visitors can take a taxi or a pre-booked shuttle service directly to the park. While there isn't a direct train line to the park itself, Derby offers excellent connections to major cities across the UK. Journey times from Derby to Donington Park by taxi typically range from 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.

By bus

National Express operates coach services directly to **Donington Park** for many major events, particularly festivals. For general access, National Express coaches also serve Derby. Once in Derby, local bus services can be used to reach areas closer to Donington Park, though direct services to the park itself are limited outside of event-specific transport. Checking specific event transport guides is highly recommended.

Travel notes for Donington Park, the site Download Festival uses.

Where can I park at Download Festival?

Donington Park is easily accessible by road, located near the M1 and M42 motorways. * **From the North (M1):** Exit the M1 at Junction 24 and follow signs for Donington Park. * **From the South (M1):** Exit the M1 at Junction 23A and follow signs for Donington Park. * **From the West (M42):** Exit the M42 at Junction 11 for the A42, then merge onto the M1 Northbound and exit at Junction 24. **Parking:** On-site parking is available for most events, but it is **essential to purchase parking passes in advance**, as these are often mandatory and sell out quickly. Specific car parks are designated for different types of vehicles and for different event areas within the park. * **Official Car Parks:** These are managed by the event organisers and are clearly signposted on arrival. Postcodes can vary depending on the specific event and area, but the general postcode for Donington Park is **DE74 2RP**. Attendees should consult their event ticket and travel information for precise car park designations.

Who's playing Download Festival?

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