Established by Terrance Gough, the Download Festival is a British-born rock celebration that has been held at Donington Park in Leicestershire, UK, since 2003. In recent years it has extended its reach to France (2016), Australia's Sydney Parramatta Park (2019), and Melbourne Flemington Racecourse (2018). With numerous stages hosting an array of acts from the freshest talents to household names, Download's electrifying atmosphere continues enthralling audiences year after year.
Held in Donington annually, Download Festival is the UK's most celebrated rock and heavy metal extravaganza. Each year it brings music legends to its main stage, such as AC/DC, KISS, Metallica, and Aerosmith, plus emerging bands like Guns N' Roses, Rage Against The Machine, Slipknot, and Linkin Park - just to name a few! It offers an immense lineup of live performances from both established acts of these genres as well as exciting new talent.
Mark your calendars and get ready for a thrilling experience: Download 2023 is coming to the iconic Donington Park from 8th - 11th June! Prepare yourself for epic performances, unforgettable memories, and more.