Advance sales open for August Bank Holiday weekend
Advance tickets have been released for Wokingham Festival 2026, with organisers confirming a three-day programme of live music, food and family activities over the August Bank Holiday. The annual event will feature more than 40 performances across two stages, with the schedule arranged to avoid clashes so audiences can move freely between sets.
Headliners named for the weekend include The Crazy World of Arthur Brown topping the bill on Monday, The Ogretones closing Sunday, and Country Chicks UK leading Saturday night. Organisers said the festival will continue to balance nationally recognised names with original artists from Wokingham, Reading and the wider area, alongside tribute and cover acts.
Broad mix of artists and a focus on originals
The main stage on Monday will lean into progressive and classic rock, with appearances by The Dead Can Wait, Paradox Twin, Kepler Ten and Perfect Beasts supporting the headline set from The Crazy World of Arthur Brown. A marquee stage, sponsored by Newbury Building Society, will spotlight emerging original artists throughout the weekend, reflecting the festival’s long-standing role as a platform for local talent.
Describing the ethos for this year’s programme, organiser Dean Nelson said:
“Wokingham Festival has always been about bringing our community together, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of our best years yet. It’s a true family event, three days of amazing live music, brilliant food and drink, and a welcoming atmosphere that everyone can enjoy.”
Food, drink and family-friendly extras
Beyond the music, the site will host a range of food traders, with options spanning pizzas, Peruvian dishes, Tex‑Mex and Hong Kong street food, plus real ales curated by the Twyford Beer Festival team. Cocktails, ice cream, tea and coffee will also be available. Families can expect children’s activities and a variety of stalls across the weekend.
- Silent disco on Saturday and Sunday nights after the final second‑stage sets
- Two stages with no performance overlaps
- Food and drink ranging from world street food to real ales and cocktails
- Children’s activities and stalls throughout the weekend
Who’s on and when
Organisers have outlined key headline acts by day, with more details to follow as the full running order is confirmed:
| Day | Main highlight | Other billed acts (Monday) |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Country Chicks UK | — |
| Sunday | The Ogretones | — |
| Monday | The Crazy World of Arthur Brown | The Dead Can Wait; Paradox Twin; Kepler Ten; Perfect Beasts |
Tickets and savings
Advance day and weekend tickets are on sale now. Organisers say early purchases offer savings of more than 15% compared with standard pricing. The event’s two-stage format, coupled with staggered programming, is designed to maximise the chance for attendees to see both established names and up‑and‑coming performers without timetable conflicts.
For residents and businesses in Wokingham, the festival remains a fixture of the late‑summer calendar, drawing audiences for live music alongside food and community activity. With headline acts now confirmed and discounts available on early sales, organisers are encouraging people to secure places ahead of the full running order being made public.
