Bugged Out Weekender to return to Bognor Regis in 2026

Bugged Out! has announced the return of its legendary holiday park festival next year.

The Bugged Out Weekender will head back to Butlin’s in Bognor Regis, where it hosted several editions between 2012 and 2016, alongside one edition held at Pontins Southport in 2014.

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Now after a 10 year hiatus, the event will celebrate a comeback festival across March 6 to 9, 2026, at the holiday park site which counts water slides, arcade games, laster tag, escape rooms and chalet accommodation among its amenities, while Bugged Out! will aso be serving up a record fair, pool parties, pub quiz and three rooms of music.

Line-up details are yet to be revealed, though a press release says to: “Expect the best in electronic music from acid house to techno to balearic.” Previous editions have featured the likes of Bicep, Four Tet, Heidi, Armand van Helden, Eclair Fifi and Joy Orbison.

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“We are thrilled to be able to return to Butlin's after a 10 year hiatus. We held so many memorable events at Bognor and can't wait to be back with a Bugged Out lineup typical of our 30 year history,” says Johnno Burgess, Bugged Out! Promoter.

“We’re excited to welcome back Bugged Out! to our Big Weekenders line up after 10 years. Featuring the very best electronic music, Bugged Out is a fantastic getaway for mates to enjoy an unforgettable three-night party together. We cannot wait to see everyone celebrating the return of this legendary Weekender in 2026,” says Mike Godolphin, Entertainment Director at Butlin’s.

Tickets are priced from £149pp with no booking fees and accommodation included.

For further details head to buggedoutweekender.com.

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