BMF 2026 Events
CHORAL NIGHT
Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026
Line-up: T.B.C.
Venue: St Marys Church
JAZZ NIGHT
Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
Line-up:
T.B.C.Venue: St Marys Church
B-FEST
Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
Showcase for young performers aged 9 – 19
Just a £1 donation for a ticket for all ages!
Venue: Recreation Ground – Big Top
FRIDAY NIGHT
Date: Friday 10th July 2026
Line-up: DR. FEELGOOD, ANSLEY LISTER + LUCCA MAE
Venue: Recreation Ground – Big Top
Festival News
LUCCA MAE joins BMF Friday
Lucca Mae is a new name making waves on the scene who, amongst others, channels the raw soul of Sam Cooke, Paulo Nutini and the timeless spirit of Amy Winehouse. Her artistry caught the attention of legendary drummer brothers Alan White (Oasis) and Steve White (Paul...
Oasish headline BMF Saturday!
Big big news! Oasish are set to headline Saturday 11th July with a full‑throttle celebration of Oasis. We are beyond excited to finally share that Britpop Saturday at BMF is complete! Oasish, known as the most authentic Oasis tribute band (who even use the exact same...
THE LONG RUN to BMF!
We’re thrilled to welcome The Long Run back to Bures Music Festival! Now celebrating their 20th Anniversary year, this four-piece band from Canvey Island in Essex has been tearing up stages all over the country, earning a reputation for high‑energy gigs and...
Are you ready for Shed?
Flowing out of some misty East Anglian estuary, Shed are a Colchester-based collective fusing indie rock, punk spirit, and folk storytelling into a fast-paced, heart-on-sleeve whirlwind of sound. Their music is a rollercoaster of raw emotion and sharp humour — where...
FUNK 2K are back by popular demand!
This band is one of BMF’s most requested returns, so we’re delighted to welcome Funk 2k back to the Big Top. Funk 2k is the ultimate party band, having played with the likes of Olly Murs, Alexandra O’Neil and Mike Reaves. Don’t miss Funk 2k if you fancy a dance to...
Hold On Tight – ELO Encounter return!
Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is back at BMF! This unmissable show features soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman,...
More Madness on BMF Sunday!
Mad Not Mad return to BMF Sunday with a new name 😎 And if you saw The Los Palmas 6 last time, you’ll know these nutty boys don’t play at being a tribute - they live it.They don’t just tip their hats to the sound... they wear ‘em proud, spin 'em sideways, and throw a...
Dr Feelgood Friday
It's been 10 years since Dr. Feelgood last graced the BMF stage, so we're thrilled to welcome them back on Friday July 10th, supported by Aynsley Lister and his band. Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and...
Aynsley Lister on BMF Friday
Featured in Total Guitar’s 2024 ‘Greatest Blues Guitarists Of All Time’ readers poll and just announced a top 5 finalist for the ‘Contemporary Artist of the Year’ in the UK Blues Awards 2026, Aynsley Lister and his band are coming to rock the BMF Big Top on Friday...
BLURD confirmed for BMF Britpop Saturday!
Dust off your Adidas Trimm Trabs and warm up your vocal cords — Blurd are bringing the Britpop energy on BMF Saturday 11th July! As the original Blur tribute band, Blurd have spent nearly 20 years perfecting a live show that’s made for festival crowds. From Parklife...
2026 TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE!
Still hunting for the ultimate Christmas gift? Look no further — because nothing says “best present ever” like tickets to BMF 2026! Treat your loved ones (and yes, yourself too 😉) to the gift of unforgettable music, epic vibes, and pure festival magic. Grab your 5‑Day...
BMF 2025 Presentation Night
We did it again! Our little not-for-profit festival managed to give away more than £23,000 to charities this year. What a result! On Thursday night, at our presentation evening hosted by The Eight Bells in Bures, we listened to the truly inspiring stories of the...






