Reading Festival, Richfield Avenue, Reading 5-Day Trip Itinerary

Travel to Reading Festival

Make your way from Rossby Avenue to Richfield Avenue for the Reading Festival.

It's recommended to travel light or coordinate with friends if you have a lot of camping gear.

Expect increased traffic and public transport usage around the festival site. Check the official Reading Festival website closer to the date for specific shuttle bus services or advised public transport routes.

Camp Setup & Unpack

Find your spot in one of the campsites (e.

g., White, Red, Green, etc.) and set up your tent. Familiarize yourself with your surroundings and nearby amenities.

Arriving early on Thursday provides the best choice of camping spots. Ensure you have all necessary camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, mat, torch).

Explore Campsite & Amenities

Walk around your campsite and adjacent areas.

Locate water points, toilets, and food stalls. Get a feel for the festival layout.

Dinner at Festival Food Stalls

Enjoy your first festival meal from the wide array of food vendors offering various cuisines.

Campsite Evening Entertainment

Thursday evenings often feature entertainment at the various campsite villages before the main arena opens.

Enjoy DJ sets, silent discos, or relaxed acoustic sessions.

Enter Main Arena

Head into the main festival arena as it opens.

Get a good spot for early acts and soak in the atmosphere.

Catch Early Bands & Explore

Wander between the smaller stages and discover new artists.

Check the festival schedule for acts you want to see.

Download the official festival app for stage times and map closer to the event. Plan your day to avoid missing your favorite acts.

Lunch Break

Grab lunch from one of the many food stalls in the main arena.

Afternoon Main Stage Acts

Enjoy a range of acts on the Main Stage or other larger stages as the day progresses.

Dinner Before Headliners

Refuel with dinner before the evening's main performances.

Friday Headliner Performance

Experience one of the main headline acts on the festival's biggest stage.

Late Night Entertainment

Continue the party at the Dance Stage, The Pit, or other late-night venues and silent discos before heading back to camp.

Morning Routine & Breakfast

Wake up, have breakfast at your camp or from a nearby vendor, and prepare for another day of music.

Mid-Morning Music Discovery

Head back into the arena to catch bands on various stages.

Explore areas you might have missed on Friday.

Lunch Break in the Arena

Enjoy a diverse range of food options available throughout the festival site.

Afternoon Main Acts & Alternative Stages

Catch more prominent artists on the main stages or explore alternative music genres and performances at smaller tents.

Consider visiting the Alternative Stage for comedy, talks, or other unique performances.

Dinner & Prep for Headliners

Grab dinner and find a good spot for the evening's headline acts.

Saturday Headliner & Nightlife

Enjoy the Saturday headlining act, often a highlight of the weekend, followed by continued music and parties into the night.

Leisurely Morning & Breakfast

Enjoy a slightly more relaxed morning, have breakfast, and reflect on the weekend's highlights.

Catch Last-Chance Performances

See any final bands you've been wanting to catch or revisit your favorite stages for a final dose of festival energy.

Last Festival Lunch

Indulge in your favorite festival food one last time.

Afternoon Acts & Festival Atmosphere

Enjoy the final wave of performances leading up to the closing headliner.

Take in the last bits of the festival vibe.

Dinner & Prepare for Closing Act

Have dinner before gathering for the final, epic performance of the weekend.

Sunday Closing Headliner

Witness the grand finale of the Reading Festival with the final headlining act, often accompanied by fireworks.

Farewell to the Festival

Soak in the last moments of the festival atmosphere, perhaps participate in a final silent disco or simply relax before facing the pack-up.

Pack Up Campsite

Begin the process of packing down your tent and gathering all your belongings.

Remember to leave no trace.

Plan to dispose of all rubbish in designated bins. Consider donating usable camping gear at specified points if available.

Grab Breakfast Before Leaving

Have a final breakfast from one of the vendors before heading out.

Depart Reading Festival

Make your way from the festival grounds back towards Rossby Avenue, Shinfield.

Be prepared for crowds and queues at transport hubs.

Many people leave on Monday morning, so expect delays for all transport options. Consider walking further away from the main exit points to catch a taxi/bus if possible.

Relax and Unwind at Home

After a long weekend of music and fun, take time to relax and recover at home.