Cactusfestival
Intimate three-day music festival on one stage in Bruges' scenic Minnewaterpark.
Position Cactusfestival as an intimate, curated music escape for European travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences in a picturesque setting.
- Behind-the-scenes artist interviews and stage setup from Minnewaterpark
- User-generated content from attendees showcasing the scenic venue and festival atmosphere
- Travel guides pairing Cactusfestival with Bruges tourism and local hospitality offerings
- Playlist previews and artist spotlights leading up to the three-day event
The 43rd edition of Cactusfestival takes place on 10, 11 and 12 July 2026 in Bruges' Minnewaterpark. With the beautiful Minnewaterpark as its backdrop, Cactusfestival unfolds as a unique, human-scale festival. Come for the established names and musical surprises, stay for the friendly atmosphere, the delicious food and the cosy hangouts scattered throughout the park. All artists play a full set on one single stage, in the magical setting of Minnewaterpark. [ "Single-stage format eliminating scheduling conflicts – see every artist's full set", "Intimate festival experience limited to ~25,000 attendees in a fairytale park setting", "All-ages friendly with family-friendly camping facilities and diverse food vendors", "Iconic Minnewaterpark backdrop with historic bridges, calm waters, illuminated trees at dusk", "International headliners (Madness, Editors) mixed with emerging Belgian and international talent", "Curated alternative/indie rock/pop lineup since 1982; established event with loyal following" ]
Fri 10 July 2026
Festival opens at 15:00. Opening day artists and programme details available at www.cactusfestival.be
Sat 11 July 2026
Madness, GOOSE, Aldous Harding, Kevin Morby, Dry Cleaning, Joshua Idehen, Nusantara Beat, Lézard
Sun 12 July 2026
Editors, The Haunted Youth, OSEES, Los Bitchos, Jehnny Beth, Ão, Hiqpy, Madra Salach. Festival closes at 01:00