We Out Here Festival – Wimborne St Giles, England 2026

Overview

We Out Here Festival, a genre-spanning celebration of jazz, soul, hip-hop, house, afro, electronica, and beyond since 2019, returns to the idyllic Wimborne St Giles estate in Dorset for its 7th edition from August 20-23, 2026, uniting 10,000+ music lovers for four days of live performances, DJ sets, arts, and community spirit. Founded by Gilles Peterson—drawing from his Brownswood Recordings compilation ‘We Out Here’—this independent event showcases legendary icons alongside emerging innovators, with past guests like Thundercat, Nubya Garcia, Bonobo, and Theo Parrish setting the tone for boundary-pushing curation. Set across 15 stages in seven-acre lakeside woodlands and parkland, it emphasizes high-quality sound, cultural programming, family activities, and wellness, all while fostering escape and connection in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

For 2026, building on 2025’s diverse lineup (more acts announced February 2025), the festival expands its handcrafted ethos with intimate homemade sound systems, forest dance floors, and a focus on London’s vibrant jazz scene spilling into rural bliss. Supported by partners like Kaboodle for ticketing, it boosts Dorset’s cultural scene, inviting all to “connect the dots” between global sounds and shared ethos in a magical, immersive weekend.

Event Highlights

• Main stage spectacles with live jazz and soul icons delivering improvisational sets, echoing past Nubya Garcia or Yussef Dayes vibes amid lake views.
• Intimate DJ and electronic sessions across forest floors, blending house and afrobeat from selectors like Masters at Work or Sampha-inspired acts.
• Arts and cultural zones featuring pop-up workshops, film screenings, and improvisational jams that honor the festival’s genre-hopping roots.
• Family activities and wellness spaces with kids’ music sessions, yoga by the water, and breathwork circles for all-ages rejuvenation.
• Unique woodland explorations: hidden sound systems, castle-adjacent chill spots, and surprise collaborations that weave music with Dorset’s natural charm.

Why Attend

We Out Here in Wimborne St Giles is a soul-stirring immersion into music’s connective power—picture sax solos rippling across lakes as house grooves pulse through ancient woods, drawing 10,000 kindred spirits into a weekend of discovery and dance. For jazz aficionados or eclectic explorers, it’s unmatched: 15 stages ensure endless variety, from dawn improvisations to midnight sets, all infused with Gilles Peterson’s visionary curation that feels both timeless and fresh.

Beyond the beats, it’s a communal reset: championing emerging UK talent, sustainable practices, and post-Covid togetherness in Dorset’s serene escape. You’ll leave with ears ringing from hidden gems, new scene connections, and a renewed zest for life’s rhythm—an essential pilgrimage for those craving thoughtful, joyous festival alchemy.

Date & Duration

Dates: August 20 – August 23, 2026

Duration: 4 days

Venue / Location

The festival unfolds across Wimborne St Giles Estate’s expansive parkland, including 15 stages from open-air forest dance floors to intimate hand-built sound systems, set amid seven-acre lakes, woodlands, and tucked-away spots near the historic St Giles House. Easy exploration on foot, with family and accessible areas signposted.

Main event Google location address: St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles, Dorset BH21 5NA, England.

Ticket Information

• Tickets sold online via Kaboodle (weoutherefestival.com); early bird now available, no gate sales—weekend bundles include camping, payment plans offered.
• Paid entry, all-ages with under-12s free; personal assistant tickets with proof (DLA/PIP, Access Card).
• Pricing in USD: Weekend festival with camping £230 (~$299); day tickets £60–£80 (~$78–$104) (based on early bird GBP at 1.30 USD/GBP; full 2026 pricing confirmed February).
• Special seating or VIP options: Accessible viewing platforms; no formal VIP but priority campsite access.
• Minimum ticket pricing: $78 USD for day tickets.
• Maximum ticket pricing: $299 USD for weekend camping.

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Contact Information

• Email: info@weoutherefestival.com (general); weouthere@kaboodle.com (ticketing); accessible@weoutherefestival.com (accessibility).
• Phone: Not specified; email for English support.
• Website: https://weoutherefestival.com (tickets, lineup).
• Social Media: @weoutherefestival (Instagram, Facebook).
• Key Staff: Gilles Peterson (founder); team via site.
• Press/Volunteers: Email info@ for media; apply via site for trading/performing/volunteering (roles open early 2026).
• Note: Response time ~5-7 days. Join newsletter for updates.

Getting There

• Nearest airports: Bournemouth (BOH), 20-min drive; Southampton (SOU), 1-hour drive.
• Public transport: Trains to Salisbury (30-min taxi £30–£40); carbon-offset coaches from London/Bristol/Leeds/Manchester (book via site); station transfers from Bournemouth/Salisbury.
• Parking: General/boutique available (£20–£30 pass); liftshare encouraged.
• Other access: A31/A338 roads; no bikes on site; narrow rural lanes—arrive early.

Accommodation Options

• Camping: Included in weekend tickets (bring tent); family/accessible zones signposted; pre-pitched tents £50+ (~$65) extra.
• Boutique: Bell tents, yurts, tipis, safari suites, airstreams (£200+/~$260) in dedicated area with own entrance/parking.
• Live-in vehicles: Campervan pitches £30 (~$39) pass, no hookup.
• Nearby hotels: Wimborne B&Bs (£100–£200/night) or Dorset cottages via Visit Dorset (£80–£150).
• Book via site; early access Thursday 20th.

Reviews

The vibe was electric—jazz spilling into house under trees, felt like a musical family reunion in paradise. Intimate stages, stellar curation; wellness spots grounded the chaos—Dorset’s best-kept secret for soul seekers. From Nubya’s horns to Theo’s decks, pure inspiration; inclusive, green, and joyous—left buzzing for more.