Kaleidoscope Festival will take place on Saturday 11 July in 2026. Gates will open at 1pm with the entertainment starting not long after that. Remember to arrive on time to enjoy everything there is to see and do. Last entry is no later than 8pm.

The event is set to finish no later than 10.30pm!

All tickets are digital for this event so remember to have your phone (charged!) with you to show your tickets. Please keep an eye on your emails for all information relating to your ticket(s) and how to access them from your preferred ticket agent.

Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21.

Approved ticket agents for 2026 are:

• DICE
• Skiddle
• Ticketmaster (Universe)
• AXS
• Gigs & Tours

Click here to read the full terms and conditions.

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You will be able to bring sealed plastic bottles of water up to 1.5L, and up to 500ml for metal bottles, with you into the event.

There are free water points across the site for everyone to use. You can also bring an empty reusable water bottle (no glass), so that you can refill at the water points throughout the event.

We love a good party so have plenty of bars spread across the site, stocked with a variety of craft beers, wines, and there’ll be cocktails too!

There’s also street food galore, from some of London’s finest, catering for every taste, with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.

It is prohibited to bring your own food, alcoholic, soft drinks or unsealed bottles of water into the event site with you.

Kaleidoscope Festival is an outdoor event so please come dressed appropriately for the weather.

If it is hot, please drink plenty of water, drink alcohol responsibly and because the site is relatively open we recommend bringing hats and sunglasses. Also, don’t forget to wear sun cream!

You're welcome to bring a bag for your essentials into the festival. However, there won’t be a cloakroom available, and large bags will not be allowed in so please leave them at home.

You will be subject to bag checks and searches upon arrival. Chairs and other camping equipment are not allowed at the event. A full list of prohibited items can be found in the prohibited items section below.

There will be photographers and videographers on-site throughout the day to capture the event in full swing, so you might be photographed or captured on film during your visit. If you do not wish to be featured please feel free to let the photographer/videographer know.

All the information you need can be found on our accessibility page.

Information for residents can be found on the Alexandra Palace website.

Please refrain from bringing in any of the items on the prohibited list. It’s all the obvious things, but also includes slightly less obvious items.

If you have a medical requirement that means you need to bring otherwise-prohibited items into the event with you, then we ask you to contact us in advance via visitor.services@alexandrapalace.com

The festival site is totally cashless so remember to bring your card or phone (ApplePay/GooglePay) for your food and drinks purchases on the day.

Phone charging points will be available.

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Yes. If you want to do this, you need to get a wristband from our Festival Information Point (by the main entrance gate). When you return you need to show your wristband and ticket in order to get back in.

Purchase a VIP upgrade package and get:

• Exclusive access to the indoor Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria throughout the Festival
• Private bar and terrace with seating overlooking the Cloud 10 stage
• Use of the Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria to order food and drinks
• Dedicated toilets

To book select VIP Upgrade when purchasing a ticket on the DICE app.  

* Please note this is an upgrade package only; a ticket for general admission must be purchased separately

T&Cs:

• Each person with an upgrade must also have a valid general admission ticket to enter the event.
• You will not be able to attend with just an upgrade ticket.
• Kindly be advised you are responsible for paying for any additional beverages and snacks
• There is not a separate standing area for hospitality ticket holders
• The hospitality area is not stage-facing, you will need to access the main arena to watch the show
• Any seating is subject to availability
• Subject to booking fees
• No access to the Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria after the event finishes