Music legends Madness, Travis and Tom Walker are leading the lineup for CarFest 2025.
The official lineup for next year's CarFest has been announced and will see 80s pop sensations Madness take to the stage in the beautiful Hampshire countryside.
Leading the charge in the first wave of music acts to be announced is the rock-tastic Travis with folk-rock musician Tom Walker and the smooth blues of Seasick Steve.
Ska and pop legends Madness with the legendary hit-makers Squeeze and the iconic Lightning Seeds will follow suit.
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Also joining them is CarFest’s biggest party starter and former racing driver Rick Parfitt Jnr.
The festival promises "more exciting announcements, including the return of some beloved CarFest favourites and a host of other special guests," in the near future.
Virgin Radio presenter Chris Evans, the visionary behind CarFest, is ready to welcome everyone to a spectacular 23rd edition of the festival in August 2025. Promising an even bigger celebration than before, CarFest 2025 is about far more than just cars, bringing back its beloved seven festivals in one epic location: AdventureFest, FoodFest, KidsFest, RetroFest, SpaFest, StarFest, and of course, CarFest.
Whether you're a foodie seeking kitchen inspiration, a car lover searching for a high-speed thrill, or just eager to soak up wisdom from celebrities and wellness experts, CarFest 2025 caters to every passion.
Every corner offers endless fun, with incredible car displays at CarFest, visiting Pudsey’s Spot at KidsFest, or testing your bravery at AdventureFest with activities like rock climbing or simulated surfing, CarFest 2025 caters to every passion.
And in these financially challenging times, CarFest offers great value for money with family tickets (2 Adults and 2 Children) being frozen at 2024 prices and children’s tickets starting from just £21 for a fun-packed weekend.
Since its inception in 2012, CarFest has been dedicated to supporting UK children’s charities, donating 10 per cent of tickets and all profits from the festival to its charity partners. In 2024, CarFest raised an impressive £1.26 million.
In 2025, CarFest will be supporting BBC Children in Need, Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust, Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, Starlight Children’s Foundation, Teenage Cancer Trust, Young Epilepsy, and the local Hampshire hospice Naomi House & Jacksplace.
Tickets will be on sale from 8am on Thursday, November 21 at www.carfest.org
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