Another record-breaking year for one of the country’s most exciting and fast-growing festivals.
If you’re looking for a weekend of music not too far away, The Brit Fest has revealed its full 2026 line-up, promising another spectacular year of live music, community spirit, and British pride when it returns to Ashley Hall Showground, Altrincham, from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th July.
The 2026 line-up features an iconic collection of British artists and bands who have collectively sold more than 70 million albums worldwide, shaping the soundtrack of generations.
Headlining the festival will be Happy Mondays on Friday, Holly Johnson on Saturday, and ABC on Sunday, joined by a stellar cast of British music icons including Wet Wet Wet, Eternal, Peter Hook & The Light, Sleeper, Chris Helme, Cast, Aswad, Space, The Blow Monkeys, Babybird, Rick Parfitt Jnr & The RPJ Band, Fisherman’s Friends, Altered Images, Doctor and the Medics, Stereo MC’s, The Farm, Let Loose, Nathan Moore (Brother Beyond), Mark Radcliffe & Co., James Walsh (Starsailor) and the first international guest Jason Donovan, plus many more. The weekend kicks off with a Thursday night party featuring Symphonic Ibiza, complete with live strings and special guest Angie Brown.
Since its debut in 2024, The Brit Fest has seen remarkable growth, reaching over 30,000 visitors in 2025 — a massive year-on-year increase. 2026 is set to be the biggest edition yet. Altrincham-based ABC+ Warranty returns as the Official Title Partner for The Brit Fest 2026. Festivalgoers can camp, glamp with Tangerine Fields, or bring motorhomes and caravans, while nearby hotels including the Delta Marriott offer luxury stays complete with spa and shuttle service.
The Brit Fest has been shortlisted for Leading Live Event of the Year at the This is Manchester Awards 2025 and Best Event or Festival at the Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2025/26, following previous recognition at the UK Festival Awards and a High Sheriff’s Award for Community Contribution.
Festival Director Edward Prophet said: “When we first started, we dreamed of creating something that would celebrate music and bring people together. The love and energy from our audience have been extraordinary.
“The Brit Fest has become more than a festival – it’s a shared celebration of pride, nostalgia and community, and 2026 will take that to another level.”
Commercial Director Anthony Prophet added: “The growth in just two years has been incredible. Every message, every smile, every returning face tells us that people feel part of something special here. 2026 is going to be our most exciting chapter yet.”
Tickets go on sale at 10am on Thursday 23rd October 2025 via www.thebritfest.co.uk.
