
Boardmasters Aug 7th
Fri 7 Aug · 17:00
Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay
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Get ready for the return of Boardmasters, set to electrify Cornwall from August 7th to 11th, 2026. The festival will once again transform the iconic shores of Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay into a hub of exhilarating entertainment. Prepare for a truly multi-faceted experience, boasting a dynamic music line-up across several stages, promising to cater to a wide array of tastes. Beyond the sonic offerings, attendees can look forward to thrilling surf competitions, showcasing incredible talent against the backdrop of the Cornish coast, alongside impressive extreme sports demonstrations that are sure to get your pulse racing. The atmosphere promises to be vibrant and buzzing, with a plentiful selection of food and drink vendors on hand to keep everyone fuelled throughout the festivities. Full details regarding performance schedules and specific timings will be revealed in due course, with tickets available for purchase through the official festival website.
The festival spans five days from the second weekend of August, with the 2026 event taking place from 7th to 11th August. Music performances run across multiple stages at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay in Newquay, while surfing and skateboarding competitions take place in and around the town. Extreme sports demonstrations are also featured alongside the main programme.
Food and drink vendors will be on-site throughout the event, offering a selection for attendees to purchase. The festival has a capacity of 58,000 and is held annually in Cornwall.
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Boardmasters Aug 7th takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 17:00.
Boardmasters Aug 7th is held at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay in Plymouth (Fistral Beach, Newquay, UK, Newquay).
Boardmasters Festival is performing at Boardmasters Aug 7th.
Tickets for Boardmasters Aug 7th can be booked via ticombo.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Boardmasters Festival is an annual event held in Cornwall, United Kingdom, usually spanning five days on the second weekend of August. The event is a combination of live music and surfing/skateboarding competitions in and around the town of Newquay. The festival was founded in 1981 as a surfing competition, and in 2005 it was expanded to include music acts, taking place at Watergate Bay. In 2024 the official capacity of the event was increased to 58,000.
About this event
Get ready for the return of Boardmasters, set to electrify Cornwall from August 7th to 11th, 2026. The festival will once again transform the iconic shores of Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay into a hub of exhilarating entertainment. Prepare for a truly multi-faceted experience, boasting a dynamic music line-up across several stages, promising to cater to a wide array of tastes. Beyond the sonic offerings, attendees can look forward to thrilling surf competitions, showcasing incredible talent against the backdrop of the Cornish coast, alongside impressive extreme sports demonstrations that are sure to get your pulse racing. The atmosphere promises to be vibrant and buzzing, with a plentiful selection of food and drink vendors on hand to keep everyone fuelled throughout the festivities. Full details regarding performance schedules and specific timings will be revealed in due course, with tickets available for purchase through the official festival website.
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The festival spans five days from the second weekend of August, with the 2026 event taking place from 7th to 11th August. Music performances run across multiple stages at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay in Newquay, while surfing and skateboarding competitions take place in and around the town. Extreme sports demonstrations are also featured alongside the main programme.
Food and drink vendors will be on-site throughout the event, offering a selection for attendees to purchase. The festival has a capacity of 58,000 and is held annually in Cornwall.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Boardmasters Aug 7th?
Boardmasters Aug 7th takes place on Friday, 7 August 2026 at 17:00.
Where is Boardmasters Aug 7th taking place?
Boardmasters Aug 7th is held at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay in Plymouth (Fistral Beach, Newquay, UK, Newquay).
Who is performing at Boardmasters Aug 7th?
Boardmasters Festival is performing at Boardmasters Aug 7th.
How do I get tickets for Boardmasters Aug 7th?
Tickets for Boardmasters Aug 7th can be booked via ticombo.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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