Summer is here, which means festival season is finally upon us. I already have a few booked for the months ahead, and it’s safe to say I’m a little bit excited. There’s just nothing better than dancing away in a field with friends, listening to your favourite artists, is there? I’ve already got a group chat going to discuss what to wear, but one thing my friends keep asking me is which nail trends to go for. As the beauty editor of the group, I often get questions like what nail colours and nail art are trending right now, so I was more than happy to do some research into festival nail designs.

Whilst doing my research, I made sure to check out some of my favourite nail artists’ Instagram accounts, and I’m now spoilt for choice and struggling to decide which festival nail trend to go for this season. If you’ve also got a festival coming up and want a manicure that gives main-stage energy, I highly suggest you keep scrolling for all the inspo…

11 Festival Nail Trends for 2026

1. Inverted Stripes

A brown and yellow inverted stripe nail design

Stripe nail designs are definitely trending, but this inverted stripe nail art is giving me all the festival vibes. Especially thanks to the contrasting colours.

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2. Neon French Tips

A clear manicure with neon yellow French tips

French tips are a classic choice, but to take things up a notch, opt for a neon nail polish like the one above.

3. Mismatched Colours

A manicure with pink, green and brown nail polish

Festival season is the time to have fun with your nails, so instead of choosing one colour, why not choose three?

4. Micro Florals

A close-up of a milky nail with a blue micro floral nail design

If you do prefer something more minimal, micro florals are the way to go.

5. Animal Print

A cow print manicure

Animal prints are trending in the fashion world right now, but why not try them on your nails, too? This cow print is currently in my saved folder.