23rd – 26th May – Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival (BOUTIQUE)
Blackmore Gardens, Sidmouth, DEVON
With Gabrielle, Soul II Soul, Curtis Stigers, Eric Bibb, James Taylor Quartet and many more
New Orleans vibes and street food.
Jazz, Swing, Blues, Roots, Soul, Gospel, Funk, Latin, Cuban
A Boutique Festival offering Soul Food & Live Music in multiple venues throughout Sidmouth. Main arena area and fringe venues participating. This year, the festival will introduce the Soul Food area and the Love Local stage, offering an exceptional experience for festivalgoers. Situated on Peacock Lawn, adjacent to the main festival arena in Blackmore Gardens, these areas will recreate the spirit of New Orleans Jazz and provide a mouth-watering selection of food from around the world, as well as vegetarian and vegan In partnership with Greendale Farm Shop, visitors can enjoy locally sourced meats and fish while listening to emerging musical talent from across the region, with performances on the Love Local stage.
Tickets start at £45
The festival is child friendly and children under 18 are welcome if accompanied by an adult, however it is a boutique/ specialist music festival not specifically a family festival with bespoke children’s entertainment.
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29th June – Craig David Presents TS5 (CURATED)
Earlham Park, NORWICH
With Craig David.
An unforgettable day as the UK’s iconic R&B sensation, Craig David, takes the stage with an iconic show. Get ready to sing along to his timeless hits like “7 Days” and “Fill Me In” at Norwich’s favourite park. Gates open at 2 PM
Music: Legendary R&B and funk anthems by Craig David.
Attractions: Bars and local food.
Tickets start at £45 https://thefestivalcrowd.com
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4th – 6th July – ROCHESTER CASTLE CONCERTS (MUSIC)
Rochester Castle, KENT.
This annual event spans 3 days of music, with a different genre each day in the grounds of this fabulous castle venue on the banks of the Medway. Steeped in history and surrounded by the pretty village and boutiques of Rochester, Kent music fans have been delighted year on year with some of the biggest names in music performing every July in the castle. This year Friday 4th July sees Symphonic Ibiza Orchestra Live and Sunday 6th July will see Craig David presents TS5.. Saturday line up and more acts to be announced.
Tickets start at £30 https://rochestercastlelive.com
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27th July – UPTOWN FESTIVAL – LONDON (FAMILY)
BLACKHEATH, LONDON.
Uptown Festival heads to London again this year on Saturday 27th July with Boy George & Culture Club headlining this fantastic family friendly event. Packed with loads of exciting activities for all the family and great music from 80’s pop supremos and further line up to be announced.
Dance and sing along to the sounds of legendary music acts and unforgettable performers! Uptown Festival 2025 will feature an incredible line up with iconic acts and all-time favourite performances. Relive the music of past decades and enjoy a festival experience that unites generations, with three exceptional stages. Our Main Stage will host legendary performers, whilst Little Town will bring the best of nostalgic tunes for the young (and the young at heart) . Whether you’re a fan of hits from the past or a lover of timeless music, Uptown always delivers great talent, making it one of the UK’s top nostalgic music festivals.
Tickets start at £52 https://uptownfestival.co.uk/
Uptown Festival with Boy George & Culture Club also heads to Bute Park Cardiff on Sept 14th
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Fri 5th & Sat 6th Sept –
REMINISCE & INDEMAND PRESENT RETROSPECTIVE & REMINISCE FESTIVAL (ADULT/ MUSIC)
SHERDLEY PARK, ST HELENS. (LIVERPOOL/ NORTH WEST)
The guys at Reminisce Festival & In Demand Radio, following over 10 years of sell out success have added a brand-new festival date to Sherdley Park on September 5th. Retrospective Festival features Belinda Carlisle, Martin Kemp (DJ Set), Go West, Katrina (of Katrina & The Waves) Roachford, Tiffany, Reminisce Classical (Live Orchestra) and many more. Reminisce Festival Saturday 6th September line up to be announced – the festival now boasts over 20,000 attendees every year and presents the very best line ups of 90’s pop and dance club acts and DJ’s.
Reminisce are well respected for their fantastic production, stellar line ups, lots of fun & vibrant stages, great nostalgic music, well organised & excellent on site safety.
This is an adult only 2 day event, tickets for each date sold separately no accommodation on site.
Tickets start at £23 https://www.reminiscefestival.com
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My life is a soundtrack, i track my life through music, photography is my passion, my escape, my expression. Without both i have pieces missing, thankfully i’m blessed and get to combine both.
Born in Manchester, lived in Australia for 22 years where i was heavily involved in the Australian Music Industry, firstly in bands (Singer) and then managing bands (all original), I moved back to the UK, Wales specifically 10 years ago
