Chalfest will be in July 2022
Chalfest now takes place on July 22nd and 23rd 2022. All tickets purchased this year are valid for next years rescheduled event. Thank you for your understanding and patience at this difficult time. Any resale tickets will be available later this year
Please stay safe and see you next year.
Alexandra Burke
We are delighted to welcome the fabulous Alexandra Burke to Chalfest.
Alexandra rose to fame after winning the fifth series of The X Factor in 2008 and currently stands as one of the most successful winners […]
Bigger Better Bars!
No hiding from it, you need your drinks quicker. 50% more staff, 50% more bar frontage, 50% more pumps, plus new additional wine bar, ale bar, cocktail bar, cans […]
The Blockheads
Reasons to be cheerful. Chalfest is over the moon to welcome musical royalty The Blockheads to the main stage.
Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, the Blockheads are a legendary outfit that has grown […]
Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids
Chalfest likes it when your children are happy so make sure they check out Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids @skshlomo
SK Shlomo is a world record-breaking beatboxer who makes all kinds of music using just […]
The Dolly Show
Chalfest continues in its tradition of finding the world’s best tribute acts to headline the John Green Stage. You’ve loved The Secret Police, Bootleg Blondie and now Chalfest brings you the amazing Dolly Show.
Kelly […]
The Rock Choir
Do you like to sing? Then come and watch, listen to and join in with the Rock Choir. Witness a spectacular display of uplifting, feel-good pop, rock and contemporary chart songs performed by national […]
Victoria Works Studios
Why not make something crafty from your day at Chalfest 2020! Don’t forget that you can book creative time out by taking part in one of Victoria Works Studios Workshops. Activities include making a […]
Crazy Bird Comedy tent
We are delighted to welcome back the Crazy Bird Comedy tent, guaranteed to put a smile on your face with this cracking lineup
MC – Geoff Whiting – ‘One of Britain’s funniest men’
Alf – one liner […]
Drink tea and read books!
So what goes well with a good old cuppa? A good old read! Chalfest is creating a new space in the ‘world famous’ churches community tea tent for author talks, Q&A and general literary […]
Free stuff for kids!
At Chalfest we know you appreciate all of the free stuff we provide for kids to make, see and do and next year is no exception. Already booked are School of Larks circus skills. […]
Calling for local talent
Are you part of a local band? If so, we want to hear from you! We’re looking to nurture some as yet undiscovered talent in our area, and are inviting young bands to take […]
Locals shindig on Friday 17th
Chalfest 2020 will open at 4pm on Friday 17th July for anyone with a community ticket for a locals shindig. Smaller but perfectly formed you can eat, drink, sing, […]
The most sustainable Chalfest yet?
Thanks to everyone for refilling your cups & water bottles, taking chairs home to use again and putting things in the right bins, Chalfest has an incredibly light festival […]
Albino Tarantino
Albino Tarantino will be belting out tunes on the John Green stage. Just sublime xxx https://www.facebook.com/albinotarantinoband/videos/2484749348464719/
“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.”