MarkFest VIII

MARKFEST VIII

Bank Holiday Sunday 30th August 2026
White Horse Inn, Mark, Somerset

Join us for the eighth edition of MarkFest, our annual summer music festival in the gardens of the White Horse Inn.

Expect an afternoon and evening of live music, street food, fully stocked outdoor bars and a fantastic festival atmosphere, with over seven hours of live entertainment from some of the South West's best acts.

Gates Open: 4:00pm

Live Music Line-Up

RJP Folk | 4:10pm - 5:10pm

Our very own local folk band from the village of Mark, performing a lively mix of traditional English and Celtic folk music to get the festival started.

Hannah Mac | 5:20pm - 6:20pm

A talented acoustic duo performing laid-back favourites, modern hits and crowd-pleasing classics.

Sam Evans Band | 6:20pm - 7:20pm & 7:35pm - 8:35pm

With over 1,000 live performances to their name, including appearances on the BBC Introducing Stage at Glastonbury Festival, Sam Evans Band bring an energetic mix of original music alongside well-known favourites guaranteed to keep the atmosphere building.

Dawson Avenue | 9:05pm - 10:05pm & 10:20pm - 11:20pm

Closing the festival in style, Dawson Avenue are a high-energy live party band featuring live saxophone and an incredible setlist packed with sing-along anthems.

Expect music from artists including Oasis, The Killers, Stereophonics, Queen, Arctic Monkeys, Fleetwood Mac, Harry Styles, George Ezra and many more as they keep the dancefloor full until the very end.

Food & Drink

🍕 Michael McAngelo's Pizzeria returns, serving freshly made pizzas throughout the evening.

🍺 For 2026 we're opening our indoor bar as well as our outdoor bars to create more serving points.

Tickets

Advance Tickets from White Horse Inn - £20pp
Available to purchase directly from the pub, subject to availability - Call us direct to check or reserve.

Online Tickets via Skiddle

• Online Release £22pp* until 30/8/26

*Subject to Skiddle booking fees

Your Ticket Includes

• Entry from 4pm

• Live music from 4:10pm until late

• Family-friendly festival atmosphere

• Free parking

We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable Bank Holiday Sunday at the White Horse Inn!

Please note:

White Horse Inn direct tickets are only available in person. Please call ahead to check availability before making a journey, we can reserve tickets for a certain amount of time for you to collect and purchase in person. Just call 01278 641234

Online bookings through Skiddle start from £22pp per person, subject to booking fees, date & availability.

As this is an outdoor festival, please bring suitable attire. You may bring deck/camping chairs and please bring cash for the bars & food.