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Our Story.

JoyFest is specially curated to celebrate creativity, unleash self-expression and fuel the love revolution. If not now then when!? JoyFest was not born in a boardroom, but born in the heart of a young boy who refused to accept the limitations placed upon his life.

Junior is JoyFest's founder Lillette's gorgeous son. At birth consultants said he might never walk, talk, or even breathe independently. Junior went on to endure thousands of seizures and six brain surgeries at such a young age. However, the world was soon to see the power in Juniors determination and joy for life. Combined with a loving community and a Mother's Love. At age eight, Junior didn't just walk independently; he defied all odds.
A miracle, Lillette realised she wasn't just raising money, she was calling a tribe. She was building a movement that says: "No child should live hopeless, together we make miracles a reality." Your Ticket is a Seed.
When you click "Join the Circle" today, you aren't just buying a pass to a festival. You are signing a sacred contract with a child's dream. 10% of every single ticket goes directly into The Joy Grant. We are talking about life-changing wishes. We are talking about specialized equipment for our bravest "Little Legends." We are talking about turning "I can't" into "Watch me."

The Legacy of the Bike

In 2025, our tribe showed up. Funds were raised, a bike was purchased and just 12 hours after purchase the universe moved mountains to deliver the specialized bike on Junior’s birthday!
Juniors dream of riding his very own bike was funded by people just like you.

JoyFest 2026

We are heading back to the fields to dance with grass between our toes, express our true creative nature in a tribe of dreamers and to watch our children stand on stages, owning their voices.
  • For the Seekers: Circles, Workshops, Healing & Wellness Spaces, Ceremony and Ancestral Wisdom.
  • For the Creators: A living mural, creative expression in abundance, a celebration of our collective dreams.
  • For the Future: A sanctuary where your children are seen as the leaders they are.
Junior proved that the "impossible" is just a story someone else told you. Now, I’m asking you: Are you ready to secure your place & grant a wish.
Join The Circle
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Musicians and Space Holders

We don't just book acts; we gather facilitators of joy. Meet the visionaries, musicians, and space-holders who will guide our journey this year.

Stay tuned, our tapestry is still being woven.

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Antarma

Antarma Shares Deep Relaxation and Ecstatic Celebration, invoking Peace and Unity through Sanskrit Mantra, Delicate Guitar, Empowering Affirmations, Poetry and Energetic Djembe Drumming.
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ASHKAT

Brighton-based ASHKAT blends synth-heavy alt-pop with the ethereal energy of FKA Twigs and Kate Bush. Vocally & visual captivating Ashkat is Internationally recognized as the UK’s best live electronic act.
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Gabor Turucz & Emily Hammond

The Family Pulse: Creative bonding and deep connection workshop finishing on the Ecstatic Dance-Floor.
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The Jasper Cacao Café

A community-rooted sanctuary, reconnect over a hot (or iced) mug of beautiful Ashaninka cacao. It’s a space for gathering and restoration, inviting you to share open conversations on the rugs or join an impromptu jam in a place where all belong.
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Anna Robertshaw & Andy Sutton

Bring to you their collaboration of Breath & Being ~ alchemising gentle pranayama techniques with crystal tones frequency for deep connection and relaxation.
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Dirish Shaktidas

Experience the transformative power of Euphoria Somatic Dance™ with Amazon #1 bestselling author and Somatic Dance Academy founder, Blending ancient wisdom with world beats, Dirish guides you out of your head and fully into your body.

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Steve Nobel

Channelling The Creative Muse to move through you in a journey of stillness and surrender, opening the channel to the genius within. Together, we will dissolve resistance and call in that ancient creative fire to illuminate your path and awaken your soul's expression.
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Natalie Morgan

Heart-Centred Bodywork
A guided partner experience in somatic bonding through the lens of Theta Healing & Lymphatic Massage.

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The Fungi Consultant

Little Spores & Strong Foundations - Mushrooms for Family Health With interactive walk. With, Oli Genn-Bash,

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Emma Sims

Children's Reiki School, 'Magic Hands'.
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Blaise

Tarot & Kids Yoga with Blaise. Wellness Architect and Co-founder of Wellness-Essary. Navigating the seen and unseen to bring intuition and mindful play to your path.
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Emily Hammond

Create a deeper Parent & Child Connection. With invitations into fun, light-hearted activities, then get moving and grooving with a unified ecstatic dance!
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Born from a mother's love.

What began as a community rallying to support one brave boy has grown into a festival with its own pulse.


We celebrate the courage of little legends—like young Junior who took our stage just three weeks after brain surgery. When you join us, you aren't just attending a festival; you are part of the legacy.

A percentage of every ticket sold goes directly toward granting a life-changing wish for a child, honouring the very spark that started JoyFest.

Get Your Pass

Choose the perfect pass for your JoyFest experience

Adult Pass

Find your Tribe

Festival access Single Day or 3 Day Camping
Live Music & Performances ✓
Yoga, QiGong & Breathwork ✓
Sound Healing, Workshops & Kirtan ✓
Parking ✓
From
£48
Join the Circle

Child Pass

Elevate their Future

Festival access Single Day or 3 Day Camping
Live Music & Performances ✓
Kids Dance & Singing Workshops ✓
Kids Art & Creative Workshops ✓
Adventure Trail & Yoga ✓
From
£24
Little Legends

Family Pass

Your Team Experience

Festival Access Single Day or 3 Day Camping
Everything in Adult and Child Pass ✓
Fun Family Bonding Workshops ✓
Family Art Projects ✓
Family Enrichment ✓
From
£136
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Empowering our Little legends

The love for our own children and every child is going into creating a sacred space where our children don't just play- they ascend. Through the power of self-expression, creative play and boundless art, we guide our Little Legends to stand in their own light, balancing the thunder of their boldest dreams with a grounded, peaceful presence to build a confidence and self love that cannot be shaken!
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Yani Fit Kids Dance Workshops

YogEmotion, Yoga & Emotional Regulation With Blaise

YogEmotion, Yoga & Emotional Regulation With Blaise

Add your voice to our Pebbles of Truth path by sharing your wisdom or a splash of colour.

Add your voice to our Pebbles of Truth path by sharing your wisdom or a splash of colour.

Paint Your Power: kids will forge their own wooden totems of truth, painting bold war cries and motivational mantras to carry their spirit home.

Paint Your Power: kids will forge their own wooden totems of truth, painting bold war cries and motivational mantras to carry their spirit home.

Imaginative & Immersive Improv & Storytelling. With Guest Author Lisa Damsell!

Imaginative & Immersive Improv & Storytelling. With Guest Author Lisa Damsell!

Open Mic for under 16's. An Invitation for our Little Legends to Sing, Read Poetry or Dance on a stage in front of a loving crowd.

Open Mic for under 16's. An Invitation for our Little Legends to Sing, Read Poetry or Dance on a stage in front of a loving crowd.

Immersive Adventure Trails with Foraging and Functional Mushroom Exploration.

Immersive Adventure Trails with Foraging and Functional Mushroom Exploration.

Artist Guided Creative Sessions. Using nature, recycled materials and the magic of the imagination!

Artist Guided Creative Sessions. Using nature, recycled materials and the magic of the imagination!
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