DadFest2026 Devon

Welcome to DadFest206 in Devon! DadFest is an award-winning festival for all father figures and their children. DadFest was awarded 'Best Small Event in the UK' in 2015 and again in 2025.

DadFest is the only festival in the country just for fathers and their children and is a fun-filled weekend of activities. All children (boys/girls/NB) of all ages and all father figures/ dads welcome (male carers, grandads, step-fathers, uncles, etc).

There’s something for everyone at DadFest Devon including campfire stories, archery, slip n slide, a beach trip, bat walks, star-gazing, wood-carving, a wrestling show, kids disco, live music, Forest School, arts & crafts, beach fishing, Forest School, water rockets, drumming workshop, rifle range & more… and of course The World Dad Dancing Championship 2026!

We also have food & drink tickets that will cover six meals, all hot drinks, any cold drinks and snacks for the whole weekend (alcohol, cans & bottles not included): save time and effort with a food & drink ticket. Only £40 for dad and £30 for children. There will be a range of meal options each day, including vegetarian and vegan options, hot and cold drinks, as well as a bar selling local beers & cider. If you don't want a food ticket, you can buy food 'pay as you go' with the caterers and/or bring your own camping stove and cook your own food.

We have been running DadFest since 2014. Just to say that all activities are run by experienced, qualified staff and facilitators.

DadFest Devon is at ‘Beryl’s Campsite’ in South Devon. This is an award-winning family campsite with all facilities and DadFest activities on site, and just a short walk from the sea. Book early as this event always sells out.

Cancellation Policy:

• If the organisers cancel DadFest, you will receive a full refund for your tickets. We will endeavour to give as much notice as possible. DadFest will go ahead if it rains but if it is stormy we may have to cancel with limited notice. The organisers will not refund any other costs you may have incurred, such as travel or equipment costs.
• If you need to cancel your ticket:
• up to 30 days prior DadFest we will reimburse you 100%
• up to 15 days prior to DadFest we will reimburse you 50%
• sorry but we will not reimburse you if you cancel within two weeks of DadFest

"DadFest is the best camp ever! I wish I could stay here forever. My favourite part was telling dad jokes around the fire!” aged 8

“My daughter and I had a wonderful time crafting, playing and bonding with each other. The campsite was picturesque with beautiful views and good facilities. All the activities were great fun.”