Festival Events St Ives (FESt)
FESt Summer 2026 – Free Events for Everyone
This summer, FESt is once again bringing our community together with a fantastic programme of free events for all ages. From live music and family activities to relaxed outdoor gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bring your friends, gather the family, and make the most of the sunshine with us…
Picnic in the Park 2026
Kick off the FESt summer season with a perfect day of music, food, and feel-good vibes.
Join us on Father’s Day for a laid-back afternoon in the park, where you can relax with a picnic, or sample the delights of our delicious food stalls & beer tent while enjoying an incredible lineup of live entertainment:
Live Music
- Si Dartford – New for 2026!
- Joyrider
- So 80s
- Denim Roses
More to Enjoy
- Beer tent
- Delicious food stalls
- Family-friendly fun and activities
- Plenty of space to relax and unwind
Whether you’re here for the music, the atmosphere, or just a sunny afternoon with loved ones, Picnic in the Park is the perfect way to start the summer.
✨ Free to attend – just bring your friends, family, and a picnic!
Music on The Waits
In July & August we bring you FREE live music at the beautiful St Ives Bandstand on The Waits.
Sundays throughout July & August
⏰ 2pm – 4pm
Bring your friends, family, and a picnic, and enjoy a fantastic mix of music styles each week:
What’s On
- July 5th – The Pianoman (Smooth Paul)
- July 12th – A1 Acappella (Barbershop Choir)
- July 19th – Reggae Ray (Relax, Don’t Worry vibes)
- July 26th – Chatteris & Manea Silver Band
- August 2nd – Denim Roses (Country Music)
- August 9th – The Fenmen (Lively 60s Tribute)
- August 16th – Brooks Williams (Americana Blues & Folk)
- August 23rd – Jazz Division (Swing Band)
- August 30th – James Schouten (Sinatra to Opera)
☕ Tea & biscuits available at The Methodist Church (also our back up venue if the weather isn’t quite so nice)
Sit back, relax, and enjoy these easy-going Sunday afternoons filled with great music and community spirit.
See you on The Waits!
FESt, Committee Members
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The FESt committee are focused on providing events for the people of St Ives. As a non-profit group our aim is to organise a variety of events during the year.
We hope we can encourage you to attend our events or participate in our events or help us run the events or help us finance the events!
We work with as many community groups and community spirited individuals as we can.
FESt would like to thank all those who support us.