2026 Line-up

Colchester’s Biggest Live Music Weekend

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Our incredible 2026 line up is is now complete, and trust us, it’s worth the wait.
I know, we've done well to fit all of this in one action-packed weekend!

Live open air festival with huge acts, family fun, and more!

Saturday

Scouting for girls

Catchy, feel-good pop anthems guaranteed to make you smile.

Heather small

Powerful soulful voice delivering inspiring anthems that uplift audiences everywhere.

Jon & Jo
from S Club 7

Beloved pop duo delivering nostalgic hits, energy, and pure joy.

sweet love

Dynamic live band delivering soulful grooves, dancefloor energy, unforgettable nights.

Rick Parfit Junior

Rock royalty legacy delivering high-energy performances packed with classic hits.

Sunday

GOK WAN

Charismatic DJ and style icon bringing glamour, energy, unforgettable vibes.

ellie sax

Electric saxophonist delivering Ibiza energy, dazzling shows, unforgettable party atmosphere.

uncle funks
disco inferno

Ultimate disco party band bringing funk, soul, glittering dancefloor energy.

What festival goers said last year

After the ALB Festival 2025 here’s what guest has to say

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Shazza Needham
Shazza Needham
★★★★★
My 5th year and this was really special ❤ The best band again to end the ALB Festival!! Spectacular! Well done EVERYONE 🫶🏼❤🙌🏼 x
Alison Biddlecombe
Alison Biddlecombe
★★★★★
Absolutely AMAZING! All the acts were FAB, but RPJ….WOW, just WOW! Thank you all sooooo much for the best day!!!! X 💖💙
Ryan Perkins
Ryan Perkins
★★★★★
Better than we could have ever hoped for. Already got our tickets for next yet. Best festival we’ve been to by far, thanks Alb team
Gary Essex
Gary Essex
★★★★★
A truly amazing day despite the weather.
Donna-Alia Trinder
Donna-Alia Trinder
★★★★★
Our first time attending it was amazing thank you !! Xx
Rachel Hawes
Rachel Hawes
★★★★★
It was soooo good! RPJ were just amazing!
Vicky Westbrook
Vicky Westbrook
★★★★★
BRILLIANT.... ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT....The weather couldn't stop us having fun. Can't wait for next year... ALB ALB ALB ALB! XXX
Lisa Bronwen Fooks
Lisa Bronwen Fooks
★★★★★
Excellent, organisation amazing, vip is well worth it.
Julie Ad
Julie Ad
★★★★★
Fantastic organisation and despite everything thrown at you weather wise we all had a fantastic time!! Bloody well done xx
Carol Ethne Nicholson
Carol Ethne Nicholson
★★★★★
Fab-u-lous! Well done to all involved. Congratulations🎊

Where is the ALB Festival 2026?

Lower Castle Park, Colchester.

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