Everything you need to know about Leyland Festival 2026 as line-up revealed
Take a look below at everything you need to know about Leyland Festival as further details of its 2026 return have been revealed.
The line-up for one of South Ribble’s most highly anticipated events has been released.
Now in it’s 137th year, Leyland Festival is returning to the town this summer and promises to be the biggest one yet.
Over the weekened, organisers shared a full list of entertainers set to take to the stage during the festival so we thought it was time to share with you our full events guide.
When and where will Leyland Festival return?
Leyland Festival 2026 will take place at Worden Park on Saturday, June 20.
Events will kick off in Worden Park at 11am and run into the early evening, with the last musical performance scheduled to end at 5:30pm.
What can we expect from this year’s event?
Unticketed and free to attend, Leyland Festival has a country theme for 2026.
As always, Leyland Festival will feature a parade that will run throughout the town: it will start at 12 noon from the McDonald’s roundabout at the end of Hough Lane, travelling through Twowngate, St Andrew’s Way and Church Road before joining Worden Lane into Worden Park.
There will also be live music, stalls, food and drink, a dog show, a motor village, a Wellness Zone, a Kite Festival and children’s activities such as a bouncy castle, sprots, funfrair, crafts and the model railway will be operation.
New for this year is also an exclusive VIP Area, tickets for which are £15 and selling out fast.
What has been said about Leyland Festival 2026?
A spokesperson for the event said: “From big main stage moments to DJ sets, acoustic acts, local bands and rising talent, Leyland Festival 2026 is shaping up to be a brilliant day out.
“With thanks to South Ribble Borough Council & Lancashire County Council for their support and all our sponsors this is a free to attend event.
“Martin Stringfellow Festival Chairman and the other volunteers who are the backbone of the planning committee are so excited for this year. We have been preparing and planning since last July, with only a few weeks to go we are buzzing and have even more fun and suprises yet to announce.
“Get the dates in your diaries and come on down on the 20th June to Worden Park, do not miss out on one of the best free events of the year”.
What is the live line-up?
The following guide was released by Leyland Festival over the weekend...
MAIN STAGE
Modern Dolly: Leyland’s own Modern Dolly brings a modern tribute to the Queen of Country, with recent features on BBC Breakfast TV and Cheshire Life magazine.
The Frolics: Fresh from last year’s Leyland Christmas Lights Switch On, The Frolics bring growing North West indie/rock energy to the Main Stage.
House of Ska NW: Lancashire-based House of Ska bring high-energy 2 Tone favourites from Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners and more.
Bee Smith Music: Country ArtistIndependent country artist Bee Smith brings country storytelling, free spirit and 90s soul to the Main Stage, fresh from being named Female Songwriter of the Year and a Josie Music Awards nominee.
Connor Banks: 23-year-old Preston singer-songwriter Connor Banks brings authentic country sounds and rising local talent to the Main Stage.
DJ MARQUEE
Martin Deacon: Radio Leyland’s Martin Deacon brings his Good Times Soul Selections to the festival, with smooth soul, Northern anthems, funk essentials and the occasional Mr Worldwide Pitbull moment.
Jackie Moon: Leyland’s own Jackie Moon brings the party energy, guilty pleasures and big crowd moments to Worden Park.Dave Burke and Julie ValKnown for their Soul@theClub nights, Dave Burke and Julie Val bring classic soul, dancefloor favourites and feel-good energy to Worden Park.Love For HouseLove For House bring house and club classics, oldskool 90s and 00s bangers, and proper party energy to Worden Park.
THE OTHER STAGE @ WORDEN MOTOR VILLAGE
John and Becky: A lovely Leyland duo bringing live music, warmth and local charm to the Worden Motor Village, while hosting the stage throughout the day.
Lydia Rose: A talented young acoustic act and one to watch, Lydia Rose brings fresh local music to the Worden Motor Village Stage.
Koja: A young pop-punk band with big energy, Koja bring covers inspired by Green Day, Blink-182 and Sum 41 to the Worden Motor Village Stage.
The Colins: A young local band bringing fresh live talent and feel-good energy to the Worden Motor Village Stage.
Tragus: A local band bringing a grungier edge, raw live energy and plenty of attitude to the Worden Motor Village Stage.
More announcements coming soon.
Is there parking at the festival?
Free parking on the day wil be found at all the town centre council car parks.
There will also be parking at Runshaw College but organisers warn that there will be road closures in plcae whilst the parade is on.
There will also be limited - first come first served- blue badge parking on Worden Park car park.