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Summer Festival 2026

For 17 days during June and July each year, the small market town of Ashbourne, at the Gateway to the Peak District, comes to life with the Ashbourne Festival. The events are an eclectic cultural mix of talks, music, theatre, comedy and art.

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Gordon Buchanan, Clive Booth, Ned Boulting, Ruth Goodman, Cubafrobeat - the list goes on!
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Art Events

Art Events

Discover exhibitions and creative works from contemporary and local artists across a range of styles and mediums.

Comedy Events

Comedy Events

Expect laughter with stand-up comedy performances from a mix of established and emerging acts.

Drama Events

Drama Events

Experience theatre and live performance bringing powerful stories to life on stage through drama and storytelling.

Music Events

Music Events

Enjoy live performances from a diverse line-up of musicians and artists across a range of genres and styles.

Talk Events

Talk Events

Join talks and discussions with speakers and creators sharing ideas, stories and insight across culture and community.

Even More Events

There's lots to see and do this year during the festival! You can see the full list of events here!

Latest News

*SUBMISSIONS OPEN* Summer Art Exhibition 2026

*SUBMISSIONS OPEN* Summer Art Exhibition 2026

Posted 25th March 2026
Submissions are now open for the 2026 Summer Art Exhibition – artists we need you!
Posted 23rd March 2026

The Makory Bus is coming to Ashbourne!

Posted 21st March 2026

Streetfest returns to Ashbourne Festival 2026!

Posted 27th November 2025

Lantern Workshop Success

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Supporters

Avanti Callow Top Holiday Park Chic Coates & Partners Courtney Gallery Fidler Taylor Friends of Ashbourne Festival FW Harrison St. John's Church St. Oswald's Church Star Anise The Barbers Shop The Bike Barn Bowling Green Red Lion, Kniveton Yew Tree Records All of our anonymous donors

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