Advance tickets have gone on sale for Wokingham Festival 2026, with organisers promising a weekend of live music, food and family entertainment over the August Bank Holiday.
The annual festival, which champions local musicians alongside nationally recognised acts, will feature more than 40 performances across two stages, with music running throughout the weekend without any clashes.
Headlining this year’s festival will be The Crazy World of Arthur Brown on Monday and The Ogretones on Sunday, while Country Chicks UK will bring Nashville-inspired country music to Saturday night’s main stage.
Organisers said the festival would continue its tradition of showcasing original artists, many from Wokingham, Reading and the surrounding area, alongside tribute and cover acts.
Festival-goers will also be able to enjoy food from around the world, including pizzas, Peruvian cuisine, Tex-Mex and Hong Kong street food, as well as real ales provided by the Twyford Beer Festival team, cocktails, ice cream, tea and coffee.
A silent disco will return on the Saturday and Sunday evenings after the final performances on the second stage, while families can enjoy children’s activities and a range of stalls throughout the weekend.
Dean Nelson, the festival organiser, 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.
“We’re working hard to put together a line-up packed with incredible talent from the local area and beyond, and we can’t wait for people to discover new favourites as well as enjoy the acts they already love.”
The festival’s main stage programme includes progressive and classic rock on the Monday, with The Crazy World of Arthur Brown topping the bill alongside The Dead Can Wait, Paradox Twin, Kepler Ten and Perfect Beasts.
The marquee stage, sponsored by Newbury Building Society, will feature a programme focused on emerging original artists.
Advance weekend and day tickets are now on sale, with organisers saying they offer savings of more than 15% compared with gate prices.
Wokingham Festival is supported by a number of local sponsors, including Newbury Building Society, St Vincent’s Vets, the Wokingham Society, Sydenhams and Quoin Construction.
