Is Download Festival 2023 on TV?

Download Festival returns to Leicestershire for its 20th anniversary with a huge line-up of talent including Metallica, Bring Me the Horizon, and Slipknot. This year’s festival is expected to attract live audiences of more than 100,000, with thousands more streaming the event online.

Tickets completely sold out for the rock festival this April, marking the first time the event has sold out.

There are currently no plans to stream the festival, despite previous reports. You can check out the full line-up and stage times. 

When is Download Festival 2023?

Download Festival will take place from Thursday 8 June to Sunday 11 June, with acts performing live across four main stages at Donington Park Circuit, Leicestershire. The event will be available to stream in the UK from Friday.

Kerrang! Radio star Sophie K will present daytime coverage whilst broadcaster Kylie Olsson will be hosting the evening show. Morning sessions will feature more activities, such as mindfulness and cookery sessions, and pre-recorded content, whereas the evening sessions are back to back performances from major acts.

Can you watch Download Festival 2023 on TV? 

Download Festival will not air on TV. You can find coverage of the event on our sister title NottinghamWorld.