A staple of the UK festival circuit, 2000Trees is well-known for blending rising talent with well-established acts, all set against the scenic backdrop of Upcote Farm near Cheltenham.
Since its debut in 2007, the festival has evolved from a modest grassroots event into one of the UK’s premier alternative music festivals. It boasts an impressive lineup that spans genres like punk, hardcore, emo, indie, and post-rock, while also emphasising sustainability, supporting independent businesses, and fostering a close-knit community feel.
Still independently operated, 2000Trees is curated by people passionate about music and the overall festival experience. It has built a strong reputation for spotlighting emerging artists alongside fan favourites.
Hot Milk will kick off the festivities on Wednesday night with a headline set in the Forest. On Thursday, the Main Stage will host Irish hip hop trailblazers Kneecap—who are making a name for themselves in both music and film—alongside the powerful Massachusetts outfit PVRIS. Friday’s lineup features New York rock legends Taking Back Sunday and their fellow NYC natives, the progressive titans Coheed and Cambria. The festival will wrap up on Saturday with a highly anticipated performance from one of the most requested acts in 2000Trees history: Canadian post-hardcore icons Alexisonfire.
Long-time festival favourite Frank Turner will make a much-anticipated return to 2000 Trees, performing a solo set of his critically acclaimed second album Love Ire & Song in its entirety on Friday night in the Forest. This promises to be a truly special evening, further solidifying his enduring legacy with the festival. Fans of Frank Turner will also be excited to see that Million Dead are included in the lineup, too.
In addition to the incredible music lineup, 2000Trees offers a wide range of exciting activities to keep festival-goers entertained throughout the weekend. Start your day with relaxing morning yoga sessions in The Forest or jump into some high-energy ’80s aerobics with Solid Gold Fitness. Test your trivia skills at pub quizzes in The Word, take on fun evening challenges with Master Taskers, or unravel enigmas with Puzzle Quest. And when the main stages wind down, the Silent Discos will keep the energy alive into the early hours every night.
We’ll see you down the front!
