It's 'Glastonbury, without the mud' wristbands now on sale as Chorley Live returns with music and fun
Chorley Live takes place on Friday October 2 and Saturday, October 3, featuring a line-up of 280 live performances across 36 venues in the town centre
Chorley town centre is set to come alive with a weekend of live music and entertainment as a major entertainment event returns next month.
Chorley Live takes place on Friday October 2 and Saturday, October 3 and wristbands for the event are now on sale.
Organised by a partnership between Chorley Council and The Creative Network, Chorley Live will feature a line-up of 280 live performances across 36 venues in the town centre.
Chorley Live wristbands, which act as a ticket for both nights of the event, are now available from participating venues and acts, priced at £6 each, under 12s go free.
Deputy Leader of Chorley Council, Coun Peter Wilson said: “Chorley Live is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the brilliant venues we have here in Chorley, support businesses with increased footfall during the event, and celebrate the incredible local talent.
"It promises to be a fantastic event with something for everyone to enjoy, so make sure you get your wristbands - we look forward to welcoming everyone to Chorley Live!”
Nigel Stewart from The Creative Network said, "Glastonbury without the mud! We have been running this festival since 2013 and it never fails to be an enjoyable experience for all who get involved!"
Official venues will range from bars, pubs and cafés to Chorley Market, alongside some more unexpected locations including a dance studio and churches. Chorley Live 2026 will also welcome new venues to the programme, as well as an outdoor stage on Fazakerley Street. The full list of official venues is available at chorleylive.com/venues.
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Performances will take place from 7pm until 11pm each night, with music genres ranging from rock to country and everything in between. The full programme, sponsored by Rebel Social, can be found at chorleylive.com.
On both evenings of the event, Market Street (from the junction with High Street to the junction with St George's Street) will be closed from 4pm to 11:45pm. Parking restrictions will be in place on this area of Market Street ahead of the road closure.