ESSENTIAL INFO

What is Slam Dunk Festival?

Slam Dunk Festival is an annual independent rock music festival, celebrating the best in emo, pop-punk, metalcore, ska and more. The festival takes place every year in Leeds and Hatfield.

 

Slam Dunk Festival was born in 2006 as a single-stage festival at Millenium Square in Leeds, and has grown over the last twenty years to become a staple in the alternative calendar. ​

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Where is Slam Dunk Festival?

Slam Dunk Festival South takes place at Hatfield Park, Hatfield.  

Slam Dunk Festival North takes place at Temple Newsam, Leeds.  

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Do all artists play both days?

Yes, all artists perform on Saturday in Hatfield Park and then again on Sunday at Temple Newsam, Leeds.

 

How old do you have to be to go to Slam Dunk Festival?

Slam Dunk Festival is an all-ages festival.  Under 5’s go free.  Free-of-charge under-5s tickets can be added to your order when purchasing tickets.  Anyone ages 5 or over will need a full-priced ticket. 

 

Please note that whilst we are an all-ages festival, there are no activities/entertainment directly for children, but if you want to start your little ones young and bring them to the rock show, you’re more than welcome!

 

What can I bring to Slam Dunk Festival?

For a full list of prohibited items, please see our event Terms and Conditions here.