Towerfest 2026
For country fans who love their festivals with a touch of tradition, Towerfest remains one of the UK’s most cherished gatherings. Returning to the Drax Sports and Social Club grounds near Selby from Thursday 18 June to Sunday 21 June 2026, Towerfest offers four days of live music, dancing, and community spirit in a setting that feels like home.
Now in its 18th year, Towerfest has built its reputation on being proudly old‑school. This is a festival where the focus is firmly on the music, the friendships, and the shared love of country. With its open‑air stages, welcoming atmosphere, and a loyal audience that comes back year after year, Towerfest captures the heart of what makes the genre so enduring.
If you like the timeless sound of classic country, you’ll enjoy the authentic spirit of Towerfest. Expect steel guitars, heartfelt ballads, and plenty of boot‑stomping numbers delivered by artists who know how to keep the dance floor alive. It is a festival that celebrates the roots of country music while giving fans the chance to discover new voices who carry that tradition forward.
The 2026 lineup will once again feature a mix of returning favourites and fresh talent, with performances running from morning until night. Add in the camping, caravanning, line dancing, and the famously friendly Towerfest crowd, and you have a festival that feels less like an event and more like a family reunion.
With tickets expected to sell quickly after 2025’s sell‑out success, early booking is essential. For fans who want their country music served with warmth, authenticity, and a true sense of community, Towerfest 2026 is the place to be.
What to Expect at Towerfest 2026
Towerfest 2026 promises four days of live country music, dance, and community spirit in the heart of Selby. From intimate club sessions to full‑day outdoor stages, here’s how the weekend unfolds:
Thursday 18 June 2026 – In The Club House
The festival opens with a warm, old‑school welcome inside the Club House. Fans can enjoy Stubby performing in the Blue Room and Texas Gun taking the stage in the Concert Room, setting the tone for a weekend of classic country sounds.
Friday 19 June 2026 – Outdoor Stage (10am–10pm)
The first full day outdoors begins with music and dance tuition from Luke J Craig, before a packed line‑up keeps the stage alive from morning to night. Performances include Dave Lesley, Wayne T, Chris Jono Johnson, Trey Jackson, James and Wood, and The Dolby Gang.
Saturday 20 June 2026 – Outdoor Stage (10am–10pm)
Saturday continues the tradition of all‑day music and dance. Luke J Craig returns with tuition sessions, followed by sets from Bob Morgan, Scarlett Wincup, Chris Raddings, Kenny Junior, Jonny & Lynnette, and The Breeze. Expect a mix of heartfelt ballads and lively crowd‑pleasers.
Sunday 21 June 2026 – Outdoor Stage (9:30am–9:30pm)
The festival closes with another full day under the open sky. Luke J Craig once again leads tuition before a final run of performances from Aiden J Daniels, Darren Knight, Travis Logan, Nikki Jo Brown, Brushwood, and The Henry Smith Band. It’s a fitting finale to a weekend that celebrates the roots and spirit of country music.
