WMF 2026 - Our 20th Anniversary

Witney Music Festival 2026 – 20 Years of Music, Memories & Community

Twenty years ago, Stuart Foster started a music festival in memory of his sister Jo. What began as a heartfelt tribute to Witney's local music scene has grown into one of Oxfordshire's most loved community events—and this year, we're celebrating two decades of music, memories and community at The Leys Recreation Ground.

The 2026 lineup is our strongest ever.

Friday 12th June – Gates open 5pm, music until 11pm

Main Stageis headlined by New York rap-rock legendsFun Lovin' Criminals, best known for "Scooby Snacks" and still touring worldwide with a new album in 2025. They're joined by the 11-piece reggae/hip-hop collectiveDub Catalyst, award-winning 60s tribute actThe Zoots, singer-songwriterGina Larner, and the celestial pop sounds ofJewelia.

Dance Stageheadlines withCharlie Tee(Drum & Bass, Jungle, House, Techno), supported by an exciting roster includingKatalyst,Count Skylarkin,DJ D,Hooked on Musicand more.

Saturday 13th June – Gates open 10am, music until 11pm

Main Stagebrings Manchester's cosmic raversHENGE, whose wild, costumed live shows have made them festival favourites at Glastonbury, Bluedot and Shambala. Headlining alongside is UK No.1 artistSandi Thom("I Wish I Was a Punk Rocker"), rising BRIT School soul sensationAva Joe, the Glastonbury and Boomtown sensationThe Beatles Dub ClubwithThe Meyer Dancers, glam-rock revivalistBobbie Dazzle(Kerrang!, Rise Above Records),Sons of the Seventies(five UK tours supporting Slade), Sheffield blues-rockersLightning Threads, and proud local and regional talent including West Oxfordshire soul collectiveLucille & the Lightning Soul Train, Witney's ownLeader,FAWLERS,Bear Trap, andPaige and the Red Shiftfrom the Cotswolds.

Dance Stageheadlines withMark Broom(Techno), supported by an incredible lineup ofKeebs,James Condon,Curtis Randles,Joe Chips,Jay Soleil,Matt Bartlett,Chris Wheatley,DJ Amnesiaand more—bringing the best of local and touring DJ talent with house, drum and bass, garage, UK bass, rave, jungle, disco, techno and everything in between.

Beyond the Music

The festival site includes a funfair, food village, trader market, VIP area with its own bar, and a free inclusive zone. Bars are run byBarworx—whose stunning setups will transform the look and feel of the site this year.Hook Norton Breweryare sponsoring the festival and providing their award-winning ales.

Under-14s go free with a paying adult, making WMF one of the most accessible family festivals in the region. Early bird tickets are limited—catch them while you can!

Delivered in partnership with Witney Town Council.All surplus funds support the 2027 festival—this is a community event, run for the community.

See you on The Leys. Let's make the 20th one to remember.