Planning a group trip in 2025? Butlin’s Big Weekenders are three-day, adults-only breaks with live music, pool parties, quizzes, and themed nights across Bognor Regis, Minehead, and Skegness. Below is a quick guide to the main weekend themes and what to expect, so you can pick the right one for your group. 

What’s new in 2025

• DJ Spoony presents UNDRGRND – a new multi-genre club Weekender at Skegness. 
• Madness House of Fun Weekender – the legendary party returns late November. 
• Ultimate 80s Thriller, 90s Reloaded Fright Nights, Back to the 2000s Y2K Scares, Replay Time Warp Terror – Halloween twists on the biggest decade themes. 

Core weekend themes (pick your vibe)

• Ultimate 80s – original artists and tributes from the neon decade. Expect sing-alongs and fancy dress. There’s also a Halloween Ultimate 80s Thriller edition. 
• 90s Reloaded – pop, Britpop, indie, house and pure nostalgia. A Halloween Fright Nights version runs too.    
• Back to the 2000s – Y2K pop, dance, garage, and club bangers. Look for Y2K Scares at Halloween. 
• Replay – different stages for 80s, 90s, 2000s and beyond, so mixed groups don’t need to compromise. Halloween gets the Time Warp Terror makeover. 
• We Love Ibiza – EDM, house and techno all weekend. Hands-in-the-air moments guaranteed. 
• We Love the 70s – disco, glam and soul from the platform-boot era. 
• Festival of the 60s – Beatles to Stones; a feel-good retro bill. 
• Bootleg Ball – wall-to-wall tribute acts (think ABBA, Elton John, Ed Sheeran — the next best thing). 
• Giants of Rock Bootleg Ball – louder, heavier tributes (Led Zep, AC/DC and more). 
• Shiiine On Weekender – indie and dance from the late 80s and 90s with serious swagger. 
• Soul – smooth grooves and feel-good sets; a laid-back, dance-all-night mix. 
• DJ Spoony presents A House Full of Garage – a garage masterclass hosted by Spoony. 
• Don’t Tell Mama (LGBTQ+) – pool parties, drag bingo, comedy, and club nights. 
• My Generation Weekender (Mods) – DJs, live acts, scooter displays, film Q&As, and scene culture. 
• Rockaway Beach – an indoor indie/alt festival with breakthrough and established acts. 
• Professional Darts Corporation – live majors (UK Open Finals or Players Championship Finals) across two stages. 
• Fatboy Slim – All Back to Minehead – the big one for rave veterans and party starters. 

Artist highlights for 2025

Line-ups vary by date, but names flagged for 2025 include Wet Wet Wet, Scouting for Girls, Soul II Soul, Vengaboys, B*Witched, Jason Donovan, Matt Goss and more. Check each Weekender’s page for who’s on your dates. 

Where they run

• Bognor Regis, Minehead, Skegness – all have indoor stages, on-site bars and food, fairground rides, pool parties, and accommodation included in the price. 

Tips for booking your group

• Choose a theme everyone likes (or go Replay to cover all bases). 
• If you want costumes, pick 80s, 90s or Halloween editions.
• For club-heavy weekends, look at We Love Ibiza, House Full of Garage or UNDRGRND. 
• Prefer bands and sing-alongs? Try Ultimate 80s, 90s Reloaded, Festival of the 60s, or Bootleg Ball. 
• On a budget? Watch for early offers; Butlin’s lists from-prices and promotions on their site. 

Planning custom tees for your trip?

If you want matching t-shirts or hoodies with names, dates, and in-jokes, we can help. AdultWeekender.com offers easy personalisation for groups heading to Big Weekenders (and other events). Add each person’s name and size, choose your colours, and you’re set.

Disclaimer: Adult Weekenders is independent and not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Butlin’s.

For the latest Big Weekender events visit here:   Big Weekenders at Butlins