The Upton House Food and Music Festival is returning to Upton Country Park in Poole from 12 June to 14 June 2026, offering a full lineup of 25 musical acts and family entertainment.
Festival organiser Serena Wren has announced that the three-day event will feature a variety of tribute acts on the main stage. Headliners include UK Queen, Bon Giovi, Absolutely Elton, Fu Fighters, and He’s The One. New to the festival this year is an Ibiza Classics Terrace, which will host performances by legendary DJs including Brandon Block, Paul Moss, Jon Langford, and Mark Rush Palmer, accompanied by Vicky Sax.
In addition to the music, visitors can expect a range of street food from international traders, artisan markets, and drinks including craft beers, ciders, and Shanty seaside vodka, which is distilled in Poole using hand-foraged seaweed. A new dedicated Kids Area will also provide free entertainment, featuring bubble shows and interactive performances from groups such as Mad 4 Animals, Jamie Jambo, Count Backwards, and Mr Merlin with Okey Dokey Dragon.
Ticket prices for the event start at £9 for adults and £4 for children, with family tickets available for £22. Children under five years old are admitted free of charge. Attendees can use pre-paid on-site parking, and dogs on leads are welcome at the festival.
The festival takes place at the grounds of the historic, Grade II* listed Upton House, which was built between 1816 and 1818. Doors open at 5pm on Friday, 11am on Saturday, and 11am on Sunday.
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