What you can expect to pay for drinks at Parklife 2025

Saturday, 14 June 2025 14:33

By David Murphy

Parklife is back at Heaton Park this weekend with a buzzing crowd, booming stages, and bars and street vendors offering a huge range of drinks to suit every taste, whether you’re after a refreshing lager or a cocktail.

All purchases at the festival are cashless again this year, so make sure you’ve your phone wallet or card ready. If you're buying for your friends, consider bringing a second payment method. Our team queued up the site to check out what’s on offer, and how much you might need to budget.

There’s something for everyone, from classic beer and cider options at £6.65 to low-alcohol Brooklyn Lager at £5.50. Premium spirits like Smirnoff, Gordon’s, and Captain Morgan are priced at £11.80 with mixers, and top-shelf choices such as Casamigos Tequila come in at £14.80. For a lighter sip, 25ml single measures start from £7.90.

Hard seltzers including White Claw are available at £7.50, with Jägermeister shots and Jägerbombs starting at £6.90 and £7.90. For those looking for a quick ready mixed option, cans of Smirnoff Ice, Gordon’s G&T or Johnnie Walker & Lemonade range from £8.50 to £9.50.

Cocktail lovers can enjoy festival themed favourites like the Parklife Pornstar, Rum Punch and Summer Berry Daiquiri, each priced around £12.80. A non-alcoholic ‘Zero Pornstar’ is also available for £7.50, perfect for designated drivers or those skipping the booze.

Soft drinks and hydration options include still water (£2.60), Pepsi Max or 7UP Free (£2.95), Rockstar energy drinks (£4), and artisan sodas like Hip Pop for £3.50.

Food vendors are dotted across the park, serving everything from street snacks to full meals. We spotted, and ate because we couldn't resist, salt and pepper chips at £7.

Overall, the variety and quality of drinks on offer add to the immersive Parklife experience. With themed bars and signature cocktails, there’s plenty to enjoy alongside the music lineup.

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