Your ultimate guide to Doof in the Park 2026

With just days to go until Doof in the Park 2026, excitement is reaching fever pitch as thousands of dance music fans prepare to descend on Camperdown Country Park for one of Scotland's biggest electronic music festivals.

Founded by Dundee-born DJ and producer Hannah Laing, the festival returns following a hugely successful debut in 2025 and is expected to welcome around 17,000 festivalgoers for a day packed with world-class DJs, spectacular production and a celebration of Scotland's thriving dance music scene.

Ahead of this year's event, Hannah Laing exclusively spoke to Dundee Culture about the evolution of Doof, what's new for 2026 and why bringing the festival back to her home city remains the achievement she is most proud of. Here's everything you need to know before the gates open.

What is Doof in the Park?

Doof in the Park is an electronic dance music festival founded by Dundee DJ and producer Hannah Laing. Inspired by the success of her Doof club events and the community that has grown around them, the festival made its debut at Camperdown Country Park in 2025 and quickly established itself as one of Scotland's standout dance music events.

Returning for its second year, Doof in the Park combines internationally renowned DJs with emerging talent, creating a festival that not only celebrates electronic music but also provides opportunities for the next generation of artists.

Who is Hannah Laing?

Picture: Hannah Laing / Supplied

Hannah Laing is a Dundee-born DJ, producer and the founder of Doof in the Park. Over the past few years she has become one of Scotland's biggest electronic music success stories, performing at some of the world's leading festivals and clubs.

Known for her high-energy performances and distinctive hard dance sound, Hannah has progressed from playing local venues to some of the biggest stages in dance music, with her tracks supported by internationally recognised DJs.

Alongside her touring career, she launched Doof Studios in Dundee to help aspiring DJs and producers develop their skills before creating Doof in the Park to bring a major electronic music festival back to her hometown.

Who's playing?

Doof for Life

13:00 - 14:15 – MDDLTN

14:15 - 15:15 – BK

15:15 - 16:30 – Matty Ralph

16:30 - 17:45 – Eddie Halliwell

17:45 - 18:45 –  Lilly Palmer

18:45 - 19:45 – Maddix

19:45 - 21:00 – Paul van Dyk

21:00 - 23:00 – Hannah Laing (with Hannah Boelyn Live PA)

Up the Doof

13:00 - 14:00 – Evie Twiin

14:00 - 15:00 – Leechy

15:00 - 16:15 – ALT8

16:15 - 17:30 – David Rust B2B David Forbes

17:30 - 18:45 – Marie Vaunt

18:45 - 19:45 – The Rocketman

19:45 - 21:00 – Clara Cuvé

The Highlander

13:00 - 14:00 – DJ Guffers B2B Johnny Reid

14:00 - 15:00 – Loz

15:00 - 16:00 – ASLO B2B Miss Frenxh

16:00 - 17:00 – Bellini Beats

17:00 - 18:00 – Shvdz

18:00 - 19:00 – Tyler Jack

19:00 - 20:00 – Ryan Keogh

20:00 - 21:00 – Sasha B2B Perekos

Keep it Fucking Moving

13:00 - 14:00 – VSY

14:00 - 15:00 – Westy

15:00 - 16:00 – Paul Findlay

16:00 - 17:00 – A-Ton

17:00 - 18:00 – Don

18:00 - 19:00 – Stisema

19:00 - 20:00 – Lematt

20:00 - 21:00 – Kieran Cameron

What's new for 2026?

This year's festival introduces several new features, including a fourth stage dedicated to showcasing up-and-coming DJs, many of whom have developed their skills through Hannah's Doof Studios initiative.

A new Doof Hub will also make its debut, providing a dedicated community space where aspiring DJs can submit their music directly to Hannah, meet members of the Doof Discord community and take part in artist meet-and-greets throughout the day.

When is Doof in the Park?

Doof in the Park takes place on Saturday 4 July 2026 at Camperdown Country Park.

Gates open at 1pm, with performances taking place across four stages throughout the afternoon and evening before the festival concludes at 11pm.

Festivalgoers are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the full programme and allow extra time for security checks before entering the site.

Why is it called "Doof"?

The name "Doof" comes from the unmistakable "doof doof" sound associated with the pounding basslines and kick drums that define much of Hannah’s electronic dance music.

Over the years, Hannah has embraced the name as part of her brand, with Doof growing from a series of events into a wider community that now includes Doof Studios, a thriving online following and one of Scotland's largest electronic music festivals.

Can I still get tickets?

Tickets for Doof in the Park 2026 have now completely sold out.

Anyone still hoping to attend may wish to keep an eye on official resale platforms and authorised ticket exchanges, where tickets occasionally become available if existing ticket holders can no longer attend. Buyers should always exercise caution when purchasing tickets through unofficial sellers.

Festival map

Festival organisers have released a full site map showing the locations of each stage, food and drink vendors, merchandise, welfare facilities, toilets, the new Doof Hub and other key amenities across Camperdown Country Park.

Festivalgoers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the layout before arriving, making it easier to navigate the site and locate facilities throughout the day.

How do I get to Doof in the Park?

Doof in the Park takes place at Camperdown Country Park, with organisers encouraging festivalgoers to plan their journey in advance.

A dedicated Happy Bus shuttle service will operate between Slessor Gardens in Dundee city centre and the festival site throughout the day.

Buses heading to the festival will depart every 20 minutes between 12.30pm and 4.30pm, while return services will begin from 9pm, with frequent departures continuing until midnight.

Single tickets cost £8, while return tickets are £13, with advance booking recommended.

For those travelling by car or taxi, the designated pick-up and drop-off point is Faraday Street.

However, visitors should note that Faraday Street will close during peak periods as part of temporary traffic management measures around the festival.

A number of roads surrounding Camperdown Country Park and the Kingsway will also be temporarily closed throughout Saturday and into the early hours of Sunday.

Festivalgoers are encouraged to consult the official festival essentials guide before travelling for full transport information and road closure details.

Weather forecast

You can expect sun and clouds with temperatures hitting 20C

According to the latest forecast from the Met Office, festivalgoers can expect sunny intervals and patchy cloud throughout the afternoon. By the time the festival comes to a close at 11pm, cloud cover is expected to increase.

Temperatures are forecast to reach a pleasant high of around 20°C, so while conditions should become increasingly favourable as the day progresses, bringing a lightweight waterproof for the later part of the day may be worthwhile.

Festival essentials

Festival organisers have reminded attendees to read the official event guidance before arriving to help ensure a smooth experience.

The essentials guide includes important information on entry procedures, prohibited items, accessibility, welfare facilities, medical support, payment methods, age restrictions, shuttle buses, road closures and what can and cannot be brought into the festival.

Visitors are also encouraged to have their tickets ready before arriving, charge their phones in advance, bring power banks, stay hydrated throughout the day and make travel arrangements home before the festival finishes.

What can fans expect from Hannah Laing's headline set?

While keeping most details under wraps, Hannah told Dundee Culture that fans should "expect familiar faces" during the introduction to her headline performance.

She has created a specially produced opening sequence synchronised with lighting and special effects before launching into one of her unreleased tracks, promising one of the biggest moments of the festival.

More than just a festival

While Doof in the Park is centred around electronic music, Hannah says the event has always been about building a community.

From supporting aspiring DJs through Doof Studios and introducing a dedicated emerging artists stage, to creating welcoming spaces such as the Doof Hub, the festival continues to evolve beyond the music itself.

As around 17,000 people prepare to head to Camperdown Country Park this weekend, Doof in the Park once again promises to place Dundee firmly at the heart of Scotland's dance music scene.