Sounds In The Grounds
August 1st 2026
Sounds In The Grounds
Sounds In The Grounds is one of our favourite events of the year, a completely free community music event packed with live entertainment, fantastic local talent, family fun, great food and drink, and a brilliant summer atmosphere.
Now entering our third year, the event continues to grow, as we hope to build on the over 5000 visiters last year and we’re excited to welcome even more local bands, stallholders, entertainers, community groups, and businesses to get involved.
Taking place at The Boathouse – Arrow Valley Visitor Centre in Redditch, Sounds In The Grounds brings thousands of people together for a full day of music, creativity, food, and family-friendly activities. Everyone is welcome, and the entire day is designed to be safe, inclusive, and unforgettable.
What to Expect in 2026
For 2026, Sounds In The Grounds, Our outdoor Main Stage will present seven high‑quality live acts throughout the day, showcasing a variety of musical styles and creating a vibrant atmosphere for families, visitors and music lovers of all ages. Alongside this, our Indoor Stage located within The Boathouse café will highlight emerging local talent. This stage will feature booked acoustic performers, up‑and‑coming artists, and a structured Open Mic session, offering a relaxed and intimate environment where new musicians can share their work with the community.
To ensure the festival remains enjoyable for all ages, we will be providing a range of family‑friendly entertainment, including face painting, with additional pop‑up sessions being introduced for 2026. Visitors will also be able to explore a wide selection of stalls and local traders , as well as information stands from community organisations and charities. This combination of live performance, local creativity and family-focused activities aims to make Sounds In The Grounds 2026 our biggest and most engaging event yet.
Fancy getting involved? Click below for more information and to get intouch.
Sponsorship
This year, we are offering several exciting sponsorship packages.
Local Bands & Artists
Whether you’d like a slot on the Main Stage or prefer the more relaxed feel of our Indoor/Open Mic Stage, we’d love to hear from you.
Entertainment
Do you offer children’s entertainment, creative workshops, face painting, circus skills, storytelling or family activities? We would love to hear from you!
Stallholders
If you run a stall, craft business, or community stand and want to be part of this year’s festival clikc the button to find out more.