Mark your calendar for BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND – Sunday May 2nd 2027, and join us at CrookFest, an electrifying one-day music festival held in the North East Market Town of Crook, County Durham – DIRECTIONS HERE. CrookFest features three vibrant stages: Patterson Stage, Millfield Stage and Middle Marquee. Each stage features cover and tribute bands that will perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Pop, Indie, Reggae, Ska, Irish, Blues, and more. Gates open at 11:30 am and the music keeps rolling until 10:15 pm, making it a perfect day out for music lovers of all ages.
CROOKFEST ’27 – BANK HOLIDAY 2ND MAY 2027
CROOKFEST ’27 – BANK HOLIDAY 2ND MAY 2027
CROOKFEST ’27 – BANK HOLIDAY 2ND MAY 2027
CROOKFEST ’27 – BANK HOLIDAY 2ND MAY 2027
CROOKFEST ’27 – BANK HOLIDAY 2ND MAY 2027
CROOKFEST '27 LINE UP
First few bands will be online very soon, with the rest to follow
PATTERSON STAGE






MILLFIELD STAGE






MIDDLE MARQUEE






ONE FULL DAY OF NON-STOP MUSIC ACROSS 3 STAGES!
Earlybird tickets will be AVAILABLE NOW and priced at £20. Entry is free for children under 12 (two children per paying adult). Please note, however, that the festival’s focus is on music, and there are no dedicated children’s activities. Come rain or shine, CrookFest guarantees a memorable day of non-stop entertainment!
FAQ’s
What are the ticket prices and age policies?
Early bird tickets are £20 and online only. Standard Tickets are £25 (+£2 booking fee). Printed tickets will be available from 1st March ’27 and will be available at The Crook Hotel, Eazy Traders & Dog Envy Pet Shop (all on Hope Street in Crook) as well as Cathedral Beers and Crook Football Club. Finally, it’s £30 on the day at the gate.
Children under 12 get free entry but must be accompanied by a paying adult (two children max per adult).
What are the festival's opening times?
Gates open at 11:30 am, and the music runs until 10:15 pm.
Is CrookFest wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the football ground has wheelchair access. However, if it has rained heavily before the festival, the ground might be soft and difficult to navigate.
Can I bring chairs?
Collapsible chairs are allowed, but be mindful of where you place them, as the marquees get crowded, and most people stand.
What food and drink options are available?
Hot food stalls and three bars (clubhouse “Hut Bar” and two on the field) offer a wide range of beers, lagers, ciders, and spirits. Drinks must be purchased using £5 tokens available at the entrance (cash only).
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
A reasonable amount of food and unopened soft drinks can be brought in. However, alcohol and opened soft drink bottles are prohibited and will be confiscated at bag checks.
Is there parking available?
Yes, a car park is located opposite the ground, with additional parking available in and around the town center, just a short walk away.
What public transport options are there?
Arriva buses operate two services: No. 46 from Durham (25 minutes) and No. 1 from Darlington via Bishop Auckland (20 minutes from Bishop).
Can I camp overnight?
Unfortunately, the festival does not accommodate overnight camping, however there’s now a local (10 minute walk) campsite opening for Crookfest Weekend!
Are dogs allowed at the festival?
No, dogs are not permitted at CrookFest.
Wristbands and re-entry?
A wristband issued at the turnstile allows attendees to leave and re-enter the festival grounds throughout the day.
Can I bring alcohol into the festival?
No, alcohol is not allowed through the turnstiles.
CROOKFEST '26 MERCHANDISE STILL AVAILABLE
We've partnered with local T-Shirt legends, What's Thy Craic to offer some top-notch merchandise. There will be a limited quantity of T-Shirts (No Hoodies) available on the day, but sell out fast. Don't miss out, grab yours before the big day!
CrookFest ’26 T-Shirt
Black | White | Yellow – £27.50
A premium, top quality (100% Combed Cotton, 165g, PeTA Approved Vegan) What’s Thy Craic branded t-shirt, available in a variety of sizes.
CrookFest ’26 Hoodie
Black | Yellow – £55
A premium, Seriously Soft inside and out (80% Organic Cotton, 320gsm) What’s Thy Craic brand hoodie, available in a variety of sizes.
CAMPSITE OPEN CROOKFEST WEEKEND!
For those attending Crookfest and looking for nearby camping, High Woodifield offers a pop-up campsite on a working farm just 20 minutes’ walk (3 min Taxi!) from Crook. This dog-friendly site provides tent and motorhome pitches with portable toilets, but guests should bring their own drinking water. Barbecues are welcome, and Crook has butchers, supermarkets, cafés, and takeaways for supplies.


Find Us
Crookfest Music Festival
Sir Tom Cowie Millfield Ground
Crook Town, County Durham
DL15 9PW
Contact Us
info@crookfest.co.uk
Festival Timings
Gates Open 11:30am
Festival Concludes 10:30pm
