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✈️How to get to Badlands Festival
Planning your trip to Badlands Festival? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (NRN), about 16 km from the venue.
- Allow about 22 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Weeze or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Badlands Festival
Accommodation near the Badlands Festival site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Weeze, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Weeze.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️Badlands Festival 2026 weather
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🗺️Things to do near Badlands Festival
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Badlands Festival. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Weeze and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Badlands Festival 2026: rock, folk and electronic in the Netherlands
Badlands Festival takes place in the Venlo region of the Netherlands (lat. 51.46°N), in a natural setting conducive to musical discovery. A three-day festival with a relaxed atmosphere, it blends rock, folk, electronic and hip-hop.
The 2026 edition (21 to 23 August) brings together a varied lineup headlined by Cam Cole. Other notable acts include BOYS NOIZE, ALABAMA SHAKES and TASH SULTANA.
The musical palette covers blues rock, alternative dance, country and forays into acid techno and breaks. For fans of blues as well as electronic music enthusiasts, the festival offers genuine diversity.
From 21 to 23 August 2026, Badlands Festival invites you to explore genres. Check the programme and book your tickets in advance.
❓FAQ
When does Badlands Festival 2026 take place and how long does it run?
Badlands runs on 21, 22 and 23 August 2026 in Lottum, the Netherlands (Stokterweg 14). It's a three-day festival, Friday through Sunday.
What are the festival and campsite opening hours?
The festival grounds open Friday 21 August from 2 pm to 1 am, Saturday 22 August from 11 am to 1 am and Sunday 23 August from 11 am to 11 pm. The campsite is open from Friday 21 August at noon until Monday 24 August at noon.
Is camping available?
Yes. A campsite sits right next to the festival grounds, with toilets, showers and a shop for beers and breakfast; it's fairly small, so grab your camping ticket early. Tipis are also offered, and the neighbouring Camping Boszicht (a two-minute walk away) is the quieter option. Campervans are welcome with a dedicated camper ticket.
How do you pay at the festival?
Both card and cash are accepted at the vendors, but the organisers stress that cash is king, so bring some. Note that you can't bring your own drinks or any glass onto the festival grounds.
Is there food on site?
Yes, several food vendors are set up on site, with food culture being a core part of the festival's spirit alongside the underground live music.
