Test Fest 2026 was an unforgettable day — and it’s all thanks to you. Our incredible community came together in full force: families, friends, supporters, volunteers, musicians, and the brilliant team behind It’s in the Bag. Together, we filled Taunton RFC with colour, laughter, music, and purpose.
From the buzzing festival field to the quiet moments of connection, every part of the day helped raise awareness of testicular cancer and support men across the South West.
Your energy made this festival more than an event — you made it a movement. We’re already excited for what comes next.
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TEST FEST – WINNERS OF UK FESTIVALS AWARD
Test Fest won the Sarah Nulty Award for Community Impact in Bristol on 3rd December at the UK Festival This is such an honour but testimony of our hard work with the festival.
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Most times you can, however as the festival gets more popular this might be difficult so we recommend buying your tickets in advance. This not only guarantees that you can be there, but also you will not have to queue.
Test Fest is held at Taunton Rugby Football Club Veritas Park, Hyde Ln, Taunton TA2 8BU.
You can get there by car and there is plenty of parking on site.
Trains come to Taunton Station from a variety of locations. The station is just over 2 miles from the venue, where you can get a taxi or a bus.
Buses come regularly from the town to the venue (21; 21a;12)
We are afraid not, as the venue is a sports ground it is against rules and regulations. Assistance Dogs are permitted with the appropriate vest/jacket.
Gates open on Saturday 19th June at 10.30 am and the first bands are on stage at 11.00 AM.
The headline acts are due at 20.30 hours and we ask for people to leave the site by 2330 hours.
LAST ENTRY FOR TICKET HOLDERS IS 7.30PM
Sorry to say that refunds are not available unless you buy refund insurance.
For your safety we do not allow food and drink to be brought into the arena.
This is following the advice from local police and security to help ensure the safety of all.
There are plenty of reasonable stalls at the festival to choose from.
You can bring in one sealed water bottle or an empty refillable bottle/flask. If the bottle is not sealed the liquid within it will be disposed of. There is a drinking water tap for refilling your vessels. If you are found to bring food or drink into the arena you may be asked to leave.
Those with allergies will be given the opportunity to discuss bringing in their own foods
Strictly no glass is to brought on site.
We are small intimate festival with a licensed capacity of 2,000.
However, we are restrict the event to 1200 – 1500 including guests, bands, volunteers and vendors.
The whole site is on flat ground, with easy access to the event.
There is disabled parking and toilets available.
There is provision for a quite area for those struggling with the noise and crowds.
We also offer essential companion tickets.
Officially no, but we are open to discussions around taking children home to babysitters and returning this can only happen between 6pm – 7.30pm
All requests will be agreed by the organisers.
Children 12 and under are FREE and those 13-18 are reduced.
All attendees need a ticket.
All children 15 and under need to be accompanied by an adult on a ratio of 1 adult to 2 children.
The ticket QR code will come through to you email address almost immediately.
Please check your spam or junk folder for your tickets.
The QR code is read from your device, but if you would like to print it you can.
Yes, there are limited camping tickets which include entry to the festival.
We provide toilets, bins and lights, but there is no electric hook-up or showers.
Campervans, motorhomes and tents are permitted, but NO CARAVANS.
NO BBQs
Festival rules
FOR your enjoyment & SAFETY Bags will be searched upon entry. Use amnesty bins for prohibited items.
DRUGS No drugs or paraphernalia except for medical purposes. Use the amnesty bin.
SMOKING Only in designated areas.
KNIVES AND BLADES No knives or blades. Use the amnesty bin.
AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOUR Aggressive or antisocial behaviour will result in removal and no re-entry.
NO BALL GAMES Outdoor ball games are not allowed.
NO DOGS Only assistance dogs with appropriate jackets.
NO GLASS No glass containers on site.
NO FOOD No food allowed. For severe allergies, ask Team Test Fest.
PHOTOGRAPHY The event will be recorded and photographed. Attendance implies consent for future use.
LOST & FOUND CHILDREN Located in the It’s in the Bag Tent. Children will have a special wristband with a contact number tag.
NEW MOTHERS & PERSONAL NEEDS Private breastfeeding areas available. Emergency period products and mild analgesia provided.
CASH No ATMs on site. Some vendors accept cards, others are cash only.
Officially, last entry is 7.30pm and no re-entry is not allowed, but individual cases may be considered. It’s in the Bag is not responsible for loss or damage to individuals, personal property, or vehicles.
Have a great time and create memories with us!
Thank you to our sponsors of Test Fest, without them the festival would not be able to happen.
The festival provides an excellent platform for the local businesses to show their support but also to experience the good work we do.
If you want to increase your brand awareness and profile, link your brand with a hugely successful charity, reach your target audience in the region, entertain clients and business associates in a different way and add value and credibility to your brand and company contact us for Test Fest 2025 via email or call 0117 325 9686.
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