90s Reloaded Big Weekender Guide
90s Reloaded The Master Guide
The complete guide to Butlin's 90s Reloaded Weekenders in 2026 — every date across all three resorts, what to wear, how to survive, and the squad outfits that make you look like the main event.
Butlin's 90s Reloaded is one of the most popular Big Weekender events of the year — running across Minehead, Skegness, and Bognor Regis throughout 2026 with headline acts including Peter Andre, B*Witched, East 17, Vengaboys, and Boyzline. It's two and a half days of pure 90s nostalgia, and the fancy dress is a non-negotiable part of it. This guide covers every 2026 date across all three resorts, the ten best 90s Reloaded fancy dress ideas, how to handle group coordination, and the insider venue tips that make the difference between a good weekend and a legendary one.
90s Reloaded 2026 — All Dates & Resorts
90s Reloaded runs at all three Butlin's resorts across the year. Each resort has its own lineup — check the individual resort guides for venue-specific advice.
| Date | Resort | Book Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| 20 March 2026 | Butlin's Skegness | butlins.com |
| 20 March 2026 | Butlin's Bognor Regis | butlins.com |
| March 2026 | Butlin's Minehead | butlins.com |
| May 2026 | Butlin's Skegness | butlins.com |
| 12 June 2026 | Butlin's Bognor Regis | butlins.com |
| September 2026 | Butlin's Minehead / Skegness / Bognor | butlins.com |
Additional dates confirmed closer to the season. Check butlins.com/bigweekenders for the full schedule.
90s Reloaded Fancy Dress — What to Wear
The 90s Reloaded crowd goes full send on fancy dress. Here are the outfits that work — from group themes to personalised squad tees.
Personalised 90s Squad Tees
The smartest move for any group. Matching personalised tees with names, nicknames, or 90s alter egos on the back — comfortable in the heat of Reds, great in photos, and wearable across all three days. Browse the dedicated 90s Reloaded apparel collection.
Shop 90s Personalised Apparel →Spice Girls
The ultimate 90s group costume. Assign your Spice — Scary, Sporty, Baby, Ginger, Posh — and stick to it all weekend. Works for any group size: groups of 5 do it properly, larger groups double up. The gig gets a guaranteed reaction every time Peter Andre takes the stage.
Browse Fancy Dress →Baywatch
Red swimsuits, shorts, and the full lifeguard energy. Works brilliantly for mixed groups and for the Saturday daytime sessions around the pool complex. The bride or birthday person gets the lead lifeguard role. Bold, instantly recognisable, and practical.
Browse Fancy Dress →Saved by the Bell
Pastel colours, acid wash jeans, and big hair. Assign characters — Zack, Kelly, Screech, Lisa, Slater, Jessie — and go full Bayside High. One of the most recognisable 90s TV group costumes and still massively popular at 90s Reloaded events.
Browse Fancy Dress →90s Sportswear
Shell suits, tracksuits, vintage football kits, and chunky trainers. The easy group option that looks intentional without needing a full costume. Matching colour-coordinated sportswear with personalised tees underneath is the comfortable all-weekend solution.
Shop 90s Apparel →90s Pop Stars
Everyone picks a different 90s artist — Britney, Christina, TLC, Destiny's Child, the Vengaboys, East 17, Boyzone. Assign by personality and let the chaos unfold. Groups of 4–6 work best. The Vengaboys are reliably the most recognisable group option at any 90s Reloaded event.
Browse Fancy Dress →Wigs & Accessories
The fastest way to transform any base outfit into a full 90s look. Crimped hair, curtains wigs, platform-era accessories, and face gems. Browse our cosmetics and disguises collection for the finishing touches.
Shop Cosmetics & Accessories →Browse All Smiffys Costumes
Whatever your 90s Reloaded theme, the full official Smiffys range covers every character and concept. Browse hundreds of costumes — all fulfilled and dispatched directly from DRESS LOUD.
Browse All Fancy Dress →Stag, Hen, or Group Coming to 90s Reloaded?
Personalised 90s tees with everyone's name or nickname are the easiest squad coordination move. Order at least 2 weeks before your event date.
Insider Venue Intelligence
🌡️ The Reds Heat Factor
Reds is a high-intensity enclosed nightclub and gets significantly hotter than the Skyline Pavilion by midnight. Tactical advice: Avoid heavy polyester fancy dress for the Reds sessions. Breathable, cotton-rich squad tees are non-negotiable. If you're in a full costume, bring a tee to change into before Reds fills up.
🪑 Skyline Pavilion Seating
If your squad wants a table for the daytime sets, arriving on time is already too late. You need to be in position 45–60 minutes before the set starts to secure a base camp with enough space for drinks. Assign one person to hold the spot while the rest are at the bar.
⏰ The Bottomless Brunch Slot
Bottomless brunches at 90s Reloaded events book up instantly — often within hours of the Butlin's app opening for the event. Book your squad's slot as soon as it opens, typically 4 weeks before your arrival date. If you miss it, walk-in slots sometimes open on the day but don't count on it.
Daytime Adventures: 11am–4pm
The music doesn't stop during the day but the vibe shifts. Here's how to fill the gap between breakfast and the evening headline sets.
🎠 The Fairground
It's free. Every resort has a traditional fairground — waltzers, carousel, bumper cars. Perfect for a squad photo op or shaking off a hangover before the afternoon session starts. Usually open from midday on Saturday and Sunday.
🥂 Bottomless Brunch
The 90s-themed bottomless brunch has become an institution at 90s Reloaded weekenders. Pre-booking is essential — slots go within hours of the app opening for each event. Get the date in the group chat the moment you book your accommodation.
🎧 Silent Disco
Usually held in the Skyline Pavilion or Hotshots. Grab a headset, switch between the 90s Pop and Britpop channels, and watch 1,000 people belt out Wonderwall simultaneously. One of the most reliably brilliant things at any 90s Reloaded weekend.
🏊 Splash Waterworld
Included in your stay. Saturday morning is the best time to go — before the afternoon sessions begin and before the queues build up. Competitive pool race optional. Bring a locker token.
Food & Drink On Resort
Worried about food options? Don't be. Resorts have a full range — from 2am fast food to proper sit-down lunches.
| Category | Options (Varies by Resort) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food | Burger King, Papa John's | The 2am post-Reds survival meal — non-negotiable |
| Coffee / Breakfast | Costa Coffee | Morning-after caffeine fix. Queues peak at 10am — go earlier or later |
| Pub Grub | The Beachcomber, Bar Rosso | Proper sit-down squad lunch, Saturday and Sunday afternoon |
| On-Resort Supermarket | Small on-site shop | Mixers, snacks, and essentials — slightly above high street prices |
| The Diner | Burger Shack (Minehead) | Casual grab-and-go between sessions |
The "Oh Sh*t" Packing List
You'll remember the outfits. Here's what you'll forget — but definitely need.
🏠 Room Essentials
- Extension Lead — 6 people, 1 mirror, 1 socket. Non-negotiable.
- Portable Speaker — For apartment pre-drinks. The warm-up matters.
- Bin Bags — Keep the chalet tidy and save your deposit.
- Blu Tack — For hanging the group photo banner in the apartment. Yes, really.
🏃 Personal Survival Kit
- Power Bank — 12 hours of filming kills batteries fast. Bring a big one.
- Compeed Blister Plasters — You will walk 15,000+ steps a day. Save your feet.
- Hand Fan — A genuine lifesaver inside Reds at 1am.
- Safety Pins — Costumes come apart. Pack a strip.
📋 The Admin
- Physical Photo ID — Passport or Driving Licence. No exceptions. No digital.
- Booking Reference — Screenshot it. Resort WiFi is unreliable on check-in day.
- £1 Coins — For pool lockers and the odd vending machine.
- Cash Backup — Some bars and stalls are card-only, but a few aren't.
Why Squads Choose DRESS LOUD
Butlin's provides the playground. We provide the uniform. Here's why the most organised squads use us.
🌡️ Built for the Heat
Cotton-rich, breathable, and dance-proof. Our gear handles Reds at full capacity and the Skyline Pavilion in summer better than cheap polyester fancy dress ever could.
✏️ Every Tee Personalised Differently
One order, every item customised differently. The groom gets Groom, the MOH gets MOH, everyone else gets their own name. One payment, one delivery, no chaos.
🎪 We Know These Events
Our designs are built for the Big Weekender environment. We know the resorts, the venues, and what works at 11pm in Reds. That's why returning squads come back every year.
90s Reloaded — FAQs
What fancy dress should I wear to Butlin's 90s Reloaded?
The most popular 90s Reloaded fancy dress choices are Spice Girls (one character each), Baywatch lifeguards, Saved by the Bell characters, and 90s sportswear. Matching personalised 90s squad tees are the most practical group option — wearable all three days, comfortable in the heat of Reds, and customised with everyone's name or nickname. Browse our dedicated 90s Reloaded personalised apparel collection for squad tees built specifically for these events.
Where is Butlin's 90s Reloaded in 2026?
Butlin's 90s Reloaded runs at all three resorts in 2026 — Skegness (20 March, May, September), Bognor Regis (20 March, 12 June, September), and Minehead (March, September). Additional dates are confirmed closer to each season. Check butlins.com/bigweekenders for the full and most up-to-date schedule.
Who is performing at Butlin's 90s Reloaded 2026?
Confirmed acts for 90s Reloaded 2026 include Peter Andre, B*Witched, East 17, Vengaboys, and Boyzline. Full lineups vary by resort and date — check the official Butlin's website for the lineup confirmed for your specific event date and resort.
Is fancy dress compulsory at 90s Reloaded?
Fancy dress isn't compulsory at 90s Reloaded but it is absolutely the norm — especially on the Saturday night headline sessions. Most attendees do at least one full fancy dress night and use personalised tees or 90s-themed outfits for the rest of the weekend. The more you commit, the better the experience.
What is the best group fancy dress for 90s Reloaded?
The Spice Girls remain the most recognisable and most photographed group costume at 90s Reloaded events. Baywatch (red swimsuits and shorts) works brilliantly for mixed groups. For stag and hen groups, personalised 90s tees with roles or nicknames on the back are the most practical and universally popular option — comfortable all three days and great in every photo.