For those familiar with festivals, they'll know them as some of their fondest memories. With wonderful music, even better company, there's not much that could dampen your mood.
Well, other than the so-so weather and, worse, a muddy field determined to test how good your tyres really are, often with frustrating results…
Standard road tyres can cope with a dry, well-managed site. Add a night of rain, though, and a car park full of well-trodden, churned-up grass changes things. The wrong tyres can be the difference between a smooth exit and waiting for a tractor tow.
That's why we've put together this guide for the best tyres for festival camping in 2026. For our line-up, we'll be discussing all-season options for a standard car and all-terrain choices for SUVs and campervans. Lastly, we'll be sharing a few honest words about where budget tyres do (and don't) stack up.
Quick answer: For most cars, all-season tyres offer the best balance of motorway comfort and grip on damp grass. SUVs using rough access tracks may benefit from all-terrain tyres, while campervans should prioritise the correct load rating.