10 free summer festivals!

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Updated on 13 July 2010 | 6 Comments

Hoping to attend a festival this year but don't think you can afford it? Check out these 10 completely free options!

Festivals can be a lot of fun, but we all know they can do some serious damage to the wallet. And at a time when we're all tightening the purse-strings, finding a cheap option can be a tad tricky. So I've hunted out 10 fabulous festivals - all of which are absolutely free!

London and the South East

Thames Festival - London

Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 September

Londoners can get together to dance, listen to music, enjoy some beautiful artwork, drink, eat, enjoy performances, watch a costumed parade, sing, play on the beach, take part in a sponsored walk, and party in the streets.

All of this is free!

Brighton Live - Brighton, Sussex

Tuesday 5 October - Saturday 9 October

Brighton Live is packed full of live music across more than 20 venues and showcasing around 150 local bands. The full line-up will be announced nearer the time.

All of this is free.

South West

Bristol Harbour Festival - Bristol

Friday 31 July - Sunday 2 August

Bristol’s beautiful city centre harbour comes alive with music, dance, circus, children’s entertainment, ships and boats, markets and fireworks for this fabulous weekend spectacle. Plus there will be a completely new attraction - the Bristol Village Fayre on the Amphitheatre.

Absolutely free.

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta - Bristol

Thursday 12 - Sunday 15 August

Europe's largest hot air balloon festival includes spectacular events such as mass balloon ascents and an appearance by the Red Arrows on the Sunday.

Free entry.

North West

Mathew Street Music Festival  - Liverpool, Merseyside

Sunday 29 - Monday 30 August.

Six outdoor stages will see various bands perform from across the world. Themes include Soul, Diva, Brit Pop, New Bands, Big Bands and Country & Western.

Free entry.

Midlands

Birmingham International Jazz Festival - Birmingham

Friday 16 - Sunday 25 July

Ten days of non-stop jazz with a wide variety of performers and bands.

Many performances are free, while other events vary in price - check the website for further details.

The Godiva Festival - Coventry

Friday 2 - Sunday 4 July

Coventry's War Memorial Park will host the 13th Godiva Festival which will showcase some of the finest local, national and international artists from a multitude of genres, and comedy acts.

Free entry.

North East and Yorkshire

Stockton International Riverside Festival - Stockton-on-Tees

Wednesday 28 July - Sunday 1 August

The centre of Stockton will be transformed into an arena for outstanding shows, from very large scale spectacular events to intimate experiences. Enjoy street theatre, circus, dance, music and pyrotechnics delivered by world class artists and performers.

Absolutely free.

Wales

Admiral Cardiff Big Weekend - Cardiff

Friday 30 July - Sunday 1 August

This fabulous outdoor festival offers three days of live music and entertainment on stage, as well as the UK's largest travelling funfair. This year's headline acts include Pee Wee Ellis and the Funky Assembly, The Raghu Dixit Project and The Congo All-Stars.

Absolutely free.

Scotland

Edinburgh Festival Fringe - Edinburgh

Friday 6 August -  Monday 30 August

One of the largest arts festivals in the world, this event is overflowing with entertainment - including theatre, comedy, music, dance, exhibitions, and more.

Many of the events are free so it's worth checking the website for details.

So there you have it, 10 fantastic festivals to attend, without breaking the bank!

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