AND Festival 2026 — XR, immersive art and radical digital culture in Barnsley
Fri 25th September - Sun 27th September
The biennial AND Festival returns for its 2026 edition in Barnsley, South Yorkshire — a weekend of extraordinary art, site-responsive installations, XR experiences, performances and talks.
AND Festival (Abandon Normal Devices) is known for platforming radical international and local artists working at the intersection of technology and place. This year the festival activates Barnsley’s industrial landscape — from distribution hubs to digital and subterranean networks — with immersive installations and performances that reimagine how we connect with hidden infrastructures.
Expect innovative XR works, screenings, stimulating talks from leading experts, and a programme that meets Barnsley’s ambition to be the UK’s leading digital town.
