What is Green Man?
Green Man is an independent festival held each August on the Glanusk Estate near Crickhowell, in Bannau Brycheiniog (the Brecon Beacons) in Wales. The music is mainly indie, folk, alternative and electronic. Alongside the stages there are areas for science, literature, comedy, film and wellbeing, including Einstein’s Garden, which focuses on science and climate action.
The festival began in 2003 as a one-day event for about 300 people at Craig-y-Nos Castle. It moved to Glanusk in 2006 and now has a capacity of around 25,000. Green Man 2027 marks its 25th anniversary. It is known for selling out quickly. Its traditional finale is the burning of a large Green Man effigy, which people cover with written wishes, on the Sunday night.
When is Green Man 2027?
Green Man 2027 runs from Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 August 2027. The festival confirmed these dates on its official website. A Settlement ticket gives access from Monday 16 August, so you can spend the whole week on site.
Where is it and how do you get there?
The site is near Crickhowell, postcode NP8 1LP. The official getting here page sets out these options:
- Train: the nearest station is Abergavenny. Free shuttle buses run from the station to the festival, and the journey can take up to 90 minutes at busy times. Trains from Newport can get very crowded, so travellers from London or the east may prefer to change at Hereford.
- Coach: National Express runs dedicated coaches from around the UK, dropping off and collecting at the site.
- Park and Ride: a few miles from the site, with free shuttle buses. It costs £20 per vehicle. All drop-offs and pick-ups must use it, as cars cannot drop people at the festival.
- Car: a standard car park pass is £40 on the door and cheaper online. Motorbikes park free.
Tickets and prices
Tickets for 2027 went on sale on 26 September 2026 through CitizenTicket, the official seller. Nation.Cymru reported these 2027 prices:
- Adult weekend: £318
- Student or under-25 weekend: £286
- Teen weekend: £227
- Adult Settlement: £404
- Student or under-25 Settlement: £361
The student and under-25 ticket saves £32 on the adult price. Payment plans let you spread the cost over two to nine months at no extra cost. Green Man usually sells out very fast. If tickets have gone, Tixel is the official resale partner, with a waitlist and alerts. The festival warns against buying from social media or other resellers.
Under-18s must be booked and accompanied by a responsible adult aged over 21, who must show photo ID on entry.
Camping and where to stay
Camping is part of the Green Man experience, and most people stay on site. The Settlement ticket adds the days before the festival, giving a quieter week in the valley before the main crowd arrives. Live-in vehicle tickets have sold out. Crickhowell and Abergavenny have some accommodation, but it is limited and books up early.
Line-up
The 2027 line-up has not been announced. The 2026 headliners were Wolf Alice, Mogwai, Wilco and Four Tet, with Mogwai opening the festival as the Thursday headliner. Green Man tends to mix well-known indie acts with newer and lesser-known artists.
Tips for students
- Buy the student or under-25 ticket if you are eligible. Bring proof that you qualify.
- Use a payment plan to spread the cost, as it costs no more than paying in full.
- If you miss the sale, join the Tixel waitlist rather than buying from social media.
- Pack for Welsh mountain weather. Rain and cold evenings are common even in August.
- Allow plenty of time for the shuttle from Abergavenny, especially on Thursday.
- Make time for Einstein’s Garden and the talks. They are a big part of what makes Green Man different.
FAQs
Is there a student ticket for Green Man 2027?
Yes. A student or under-25 weekend ticket was priced at £286 for 2027, according to Nation.Cymru.
When is Green Man 2027?
Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 August 2027, with Settlement access from Monday 16 August.
How do I get to Green Man by train?
Travel to Abergavenny station, then take the free festival shuttle bus.
Are Green Man 2027 tickets sold out?
Check the official site and Tixel for the latest status. Tixel handles official resale once tickets sell out.
For tickets, travel and line-up news, visit the official website. To compare other UK events, see our festival guide.