Unfortunately Napalm Death are no longer able to join us this year due to rescheduled USA tour commitments.. However, the Earache Records team have pulled out all the stops to find a the most fitting of replacements... and the mighty Dead Kennedys will be on fine form with us Chapter 10!
A space of colour, creativity and an exploration into how to make the world a better place... xx
Transport yourself 4 months forwards to the Town Centre where Soul II Soul will be treating us all to their legendary back catalogue for one almighty Saturday night celebration!
A vision, years in the making... tickets for our first ever fully theatrical camping experience are now officially on sale!
Welcome to the streets of Kidztown, Boomtown Fair where our youngest citizens rule the city!
Redefining family festival fun in a melting pot of mischievous mayhem for all ages; rave to Junior Jungle, FUN DMC and Big Fish Little Fish, get creative in one of the many workshops or escape to the Wild Woods for Forest School foraging...
From breakdancing gorillas to karaoke singing grans the wonders are endless in this haven for all generations ;) xx
All final payments for split payment tickets must be received by 4th June!
The full Chapter 10 playlist is up now...!
Welcome to Boomtown, a city of wonderment, theatre, escapism and community with breathtaking and intricate stages and streets just waiting to be discovered. Below you’ll find an introduction to each of the city’s eleven districts sprawling across four areas: Hilltop, Downtown, Temple Valley and Whistlers Green. Each district is filled with fully immersive venues and beatnik characters. As you explore all the city has to offer, remember to think about where you will make your home.
Legends - Party Bands - International Heroes
The pulsing heart of the city, the Town Centre hosts a melting pot of live bands from around the globe: an audio tour of musical legends, full throttle party bands and folk, ska, punk, balkan, hip-hop and 2-tone. Represtnting many of the best live acts from across the districts, no-one can help but be immersed in the Town Centre’s sizzling atmosphere, to dance the day and night away.
Reggae - Dancehall - Jungle
Our beloved Temple dominates the skyline with an inferno of flames, lasers and cascading waterfalls set against the ultimate soundtrack of reggae, dancehall, dub and roots.
Whether relaxing in the sun soaked ampiththere, absorbing the soulful soundtrack of reggae and jumping around to the hand picked super stars that take to the stage at all times of day the Lion's Den should be at the very top of all citizens must see things at Boomtown!
Balkan Roots - Folk Punk - Street Circus
A maze of meandering streets harbouring a myriad of mysteries...Envelope yourself in a global knees up of folk punk and Balkan roots, street theatre, circus and a whole new dimension of immersive experiences from the Invisible Circus!
Folk - World – Americana
Step back in time to discover Boomtown's past... The Wild West has moved with the times and is now flourishing in the beginnings of the Industrial Revolution, welcome to the birth of Copper County!
Soot has replaced the sawdust; smokey alleyways, music halls and bars occupy where once the saloons entertained the masses of wandering ranchers…
Sounds of banjos and basslines continue to resonate throughout, bringing with them an eclectic mix of people from all corners of the city, ready to soak up the sounds and the sights that make up the rich history of this city.
Soca - Vintage Remix - Funk & Soul
Discover a whole new world of materialistic luxuries with Vintage Remix, Funk & Soul, Soca, Carnival vibes.
The jewel in the crown of Bang Hai Industries’ redevelopment programme, the former district of Mayfair Avenue was the first to see the corporate money roll in. Hotels, casinos, restaurants and shopping outlets have sprung up, almost overnight, making this district the ultimate playground for the rich and famous.
If your names not on the list…
Jazz - Funk & Soul - Reggae
Discover the Windmill stage and all the incredible jazz, reggae roots and world fusion musicians on offer, as well as the intimate sessions in the Floating Lotus and thought provoking talks and discussion at the Speakers' Corner.
The mind, soul and conscience of the festival, Whistlers Green provides a huge variety for everyone. Home to the city's most sought after living quarters, it's spacious camping meadows allow residents to roll out of their tent and wake up to morning reggae aerobics and stunning views over Downtown.
With something for every age and party persuasion, Whistlers Green is fully stocked with; workshops, activities, saunas, hot tubs, holistic healing fields, mindful spaces and infinite hidden gems. Overlooking the festival sunset opportunities are some of the best in the world and a visit here is an absolute must for all.
Ska - Funk & Soul - Reggae
HQ for all mini-boomers where it’s all about some serious playtime action and Kidztown has it all!
From treetop adventures in the Forest School to interactive play and face painting in the shops and venues of the fully interactive street. Kidztown takes all the family friendly elements of the rest of the festival and bundles it up into a bite-size portion with a serene and soulful soundtrack provided by their very own Sandcastle Stage, hosting family friendly shows as well as artists big and small from main acts to bands specifically for the littler ears.
Psy-Trance - Acid Techno - Roots Reggae
Scattered throughout the city in the many wooded hideaways are the completely unique forest parties.
From psy-trance gatherings deep in the forest to the beachy vibes of the Hidden Woods; there’s an amazing amount of woodland to explore in this incredible Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty we are loaned to make our city.
Make sure to pay homage to nature and celebrate in one of many sun-dappled hideaways.
Bass Music - Garage - Drum & Bass
The awe inspiring Sector 6 stage will again be captivating the crowds with its stunning architecture and pyrotechnic displays alongside a fresh new soundtrack of drum & bass, jungle, grime and bass, served from the city’s monstrous 'abandoned' power station...
Drum & Bass - Hardcore - Bass Music
Delve deep into the underworld for a journey through drum & bass, house, jungle and heavy bass in the abundance of mind-bending venues and shady sideshows.
Live Bass - Hip-hop - Party
A feast for the senses, Barrio Loco explodes into a vibrating hive of creativity and skills with a whole spectrum of sounds thriving throughout the city’s most festive community. Playing host to a veritable smorgasbord of random street parties, aerial circus and bass booming dance venues, a diverse mash up of grime, house, hip-hop, bashment and more!
Here is the place to cast off inhibitions and dance like everyone’s watching, but just don't give a damn... ;)
House - Disco - Techno
Glowing adverts and billboards line the technicolour streets of the newly established Metropolis...
Showcasing some of Bang Hai Industries technological innovations and advancements, as well as preserving some of the nostalgic foundations of this upgraded area.
Ska - Punk - Metal
Foot stomping ska, punk and metal - live music to make your spine shake and your ears ache ;)
It is two years on since the fall of Comrade Jose and her oppressive regime. Her once proud military base now abandoned and reclaimed by nature has been occupied by a clan of proactive punks. A self sufficient autonomous community is forming with a clear declaration of resistance to the development of Bang Hai Industries.
Bassline - Garage - Drum & Bass
Bang Hai Towers is the city's communications hub and the headquarters of corporate sponsors Bang Hai Industries. A state of the art-multi channelled broadcasting facility that prides itself in bringing Boomtown into the digital era.
It's also a massive, towering inferno of all things bass!
