One of the biggest music events in the North is now only weeks away, as Leeds Festival returns once more.

Across the weekend, more than 150 of the biggest artists will be performing for festivalgoers.

Just some of the headline acts include Billie Eilish, The 1975, Sam Fender, The Killers and Foals.

Here is everything you need to know about Leeds Festival 2023 from age restrictions, banned items, baggage rules, travel guidance and more.

When does Leeds Festival 2023 start and where is it?

This year, Leeds Festival will be taking place from Thursday, August 24 until Sunday, August 27.

The music extravaganza will be hosted at Bramham Park in Leeds.

Can a 16-year-old go to Leeds Festival?

There are specific age restrictions in place at Leeds Festival for visitors attending under the age of 16.

The Leeds Festival website states: “We welcome all ages to the festival. However, there are entry restrictions for under 16s and we do advise not bringing young children.

“Anyone 15 and under must be accompanied by a ticket holder over 18 years old at all times. Children under 13 years are admitted free. ID may be required upon entry to the event.”

It’s also advised that you should bring ID if you look under 21 and only the original document (no photocopies) will be accepted.

For young children attending, the website adds: “Whilst we do allow under 13s to attend for free, we do suggest that this event is not suitable for young children.

“If you do want to bring children along we advise camping in the Brown Campsite which is expected to be our quietest campsite.

“On entering the event, children will be given Tyvek wristbands which have space for you to write your telephone number (as a parent or guardian).

“We can use this as a primary contact to reunite you. Replacements can be picked up at the Welfare Tent.”

What are the banned items for Leeds Festival 2023?

Campfires and disposable BBQs are banned from both the campsite and the arena at Leeds Festival for 2023.

Although the following lists are subject to change, at the time of writing these are the items banned from entering the campsite this year:

  • Aerosols over 250ml
  • Air horns and megaphones
  • All gas canisters of any size
  • Animals (other than registered hearing or guide dogs)
  • Any good for unauthorised trading including unapproved trading logos
  • Anything that could be considered a weapon
  • Blow torches
  • Catapults
  • Sky/paper lanterns
  • Clothing which promote cultural appropriation
  • Disposable vapes
  • Drones and other flying devices
  • Firewood
  • Fireworks/flares/pyrotechnics
  • Generators
  • Glass bottles, jars, containers over 100ml
  • Any illegal substances
  • Nitrous oxide
  • Portable laser equipment and pens
  • Petrol burners
  • Skateboards, rollerblades hover-boards, scooters, bicycles, and other personal motorised and non-motorised vehicles
  • Sound systems
  • Spray cans
  • Unauthorised filming equipment
  • Unofficial tabards and reflective jackets

Meanwhile, the following items are also banned in the arena for Leeds Festival 2023:

  • Alcohol (this can be purchased on the grounds)
  • Audio recorders
  • Camping equipment
  • Cans
  • Chairs and inflatable loungers
  • Cooking stoves
  • Gas canisters
  • Flags
  • Gazebos
  • Selfie sticks
  • Umbrellas

What are the bag restrictions for Leeds Festival 2023?

There will be a size restriction on bags entering the arena at Leeds Festival.

The website explains: “We strongly advise you do not bring a bag into the Arena as there will be long queues while all bags are searched.

“If you do wish to bring a bag into the Arena please ensure that it is no bigger than A4 sized 8.27”x11.69”.

“There is a limited to one A4 sized bag per person permitted into the Arena.”

How to travel to Leeds Festival 2023

By train

If you are travelling by train to Leeds Festival this year, the closest train station is based in Leeds city centre.

Here there will be shuttle buses running from the station to Bramham Park across the weekend.

The return journey will cost £8 and if you wish to travel this way, more information can be found on the First Bus app.

By car

Parking at Leeds Festival is included in the price of the ticket.

For those planning on being dropped off or picked up from the event, you will need to use the dedicated pick-up and drop off zone, located off York Road (A64).

If you are wanting to park at the festival, whether travelling from the A1, M1 (South), M62 (East) or elsewhere, specific directions can be found here.

By coach

You can also hop on board the Big Green Coach services which are picking up from more than 40 locations which you can book via the Leeds Festival website.

Are there any tickets left for Leeds Festival 2023?

At the time of writing, there are still weekend tickets available for Leeds Festival from £286.20 each on Ticketmaster.

There are also Friday, Saturday and Sunday day tickets for sale from £101.20 each.

You can find more information about safety guidelines, tickets, travel and much more on the Leeds Festival website.