This year, we're bringing you something brand new: Family Fest! Fun and entertainment for all the family, with live bands + more

Say "hello" to Family Fest, an outdoor festival designed for families

Get set to enjoy a brilliant afternoon of live music, magic, special guests, and pitch-perfect performers

Hosted by Preston's Sam Henly, you can look forward to a day out with the kids like no other.

The world's only "ABBA endorsed" performers Björn Again will be headlining on the main stage in the afternoon, and you should come prepared to be genuinely amazed as magician Harry Moulding, the winner of last year’s Britain’s Got Talent and a Royal Variety Performance star, leaves you stunned and doubting your own eyes.

And that's all on top of:

  • A high-energy performance from K-POP Superstars
  • The amazing Entitled Sons fresh from a sold out 2025 tour
  • Glastonbury-based Runaway Club
  • Harry Styled, performed by the uber-talented Kofi Taylor
  • A live DJ set from Harley of Preston's very own SpudBros
  • Some absolute bangers from the decks of Savvy Beats, better known as 11-year-old Savannah

Younger guests (plus mum and dad, if they fancy it…) will be able to join an interactive circus workshop, take part in a ‘meet and greet’ with some real, incredible tropical animals at the Wriggly Roadshow, and get up close and personal with Ranger Mike’s baby dinosaurs!


Plus there’ll be stilt-performers, face painters, glitter stations and mayhem with local legend, the infamous ‘Taz’.

You'll love it and so will the kids.

Why you can't miss it:

  • A fun day out right here in Preston
  • Something for everyone, of all ages
  • No camping in a soggy field

Sunday 3rd May, 12-6pm, Preston's Flag Market

Main Stage Headliners: Björn Again, performing your favourite ABBA hits

Björn Again have amassed over 5,500 performances in 75 countries, having performed for the Royal Family, supported Cher, the Spice Girls and Shania Twain on world tours, played Knebworth, and opened countless festivals.

ABBA’s Benny said that Bjorn Again really sounds like the original group and are the ‘closest thing you’ll get to seeing ABBA live’ with Björn Ulvaeus confirming that Björn Again are considered the world's only "ABBA endorsed" act.

ABBA’s music transcends ages, this show is a musical, visual triumph, from beginning to end!

Magic from Britain's Got Talent winner, and Royal Variety Performance star, Harry Moulding

Regarded as one of the best magicians of his generation, Harry's originality, mixed with character and unique creativity, will have all the family gasping with delight as he shares his talent.

You'll be in good company - he's performed for various Prime Ministers, Royals, Olly Murs and, of course, Simon Cowell.

You're sure to be left stunned, asking yourself "how is that even possible?"

K-POP Superstars
Look out for a high energy performance on the Weekender stage with the ultimate K-Pop show, bringing the excitement and style of the global phenomenon to Preston. Plus, our younger guests will get the chance to meet them, after their performance!

Harry Styled
While the real Harry Styles might be preparing to wow Wembley Stadium in the summer, Harry Styled, performed by the uber-talented Kofi Taylor, will be bringing his Watermelon Sugar ‘High’ to the Flag Market, making it a Sign of the Times!

The Entitled Sons

Enjoy the amazing Entitled Sons, fresh from a sold-out 2025 tour, creating their own classic guitar riffs mixed with electro synths and thought-provoking lyrics – definitely one for the dad-rockers out there.

The Runaway Club
The Runaway Club are a diverse Glastonbury-based foursome who produce genre-bending rock anthems which use lead singer Angel’s fierce vocals to the max.

DJ set from SpudBros' Harley
SpudBros’ Harley needs no introduction, especially in Preston, but for the first time, on The Weekender stage, he’s doing one of his DJ sets. In 2026, he'll be performing up and down the country as part of a tour – you'll get to see him in action first!

11 year old Savvy Beats at the mixing decks. She will be playing at Family Fest, part of The Preston Weekender on Sunday 3rd May 2026

Savvy Beats
Fancy some block rockin’ beats? Savvy Beats, better known as 11-year-old Savannah from Preston, will be ripping up the stage with her decks and warming up guests for a full afternoon of fun

Taz
Enjoy comedy, magic and family entertainment from the infamous Taz.

Sam Henly, compering the show
Local lad Sam will be pulling it all together for us and making sure you never miss a thing.

Ranger Mike and his Dinosaurs
Get up close and personal with Ranger Mike’s baby dinosaurs!

The Wriggly Roadshow
Have a ‘meet and greet’ with some real, incredible tropical animals.

Circus School & Giant Characters
Take part in a circus workshop and grab pics with Wolf Entertainments’ giant stilt-wwalking characters.

Where and when does Family Fest take place? +
Family Fest takes place on the Flag Market in central Preston between 12pm and 6pm on Sunday 3rd May.
Can we bring camping chairs into the venue with us? +
Chairs are not permitted, but don't worry there will be plenty of bench seating available!
Are there any age restrictions? +
Not as such, no. Unlike Saturday's Cream In The City event which is limited to over 18s only, Family Fest is open to people of all ages. However, under 14s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18 or over.
Are there group tickets available? +
Yes! Whilst you can buy age-based tickets individually, there's also our 'Party of' group tickets - no need to try and remember how old your kids are, no mental maths, just add-to-cart with one click! And because these group tickets can be for any mix of ages, if the composition of your party changes nearer the event, everyone can still get in.

Family Fest has been priced to make it affordable for families of all shapes and sizes, with under 4s going free! Booking fees apply

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Preston's BIGGEST family-friendly event of 2026