NOT LONG TO GO UNTIL THE HASLEMERE FRINGE FESTIVAL!

The popular and much loved Haslemere Fringe Festival 2026 runs over Friday 3rd – Sunday 5th July on Lion Green in the heart of Haslemere and there really is something for everyone of all ages – it’s Simply The Best!

The Fringe partner charities this year will be Haslewey Community Centre, Charlie’s Promise, Bliss, I’m All Ears, Serv and The Haslemere Youth Hub.

The fabulous weekend Headliners include REEF, who have performed at some of the most prestigious festivals across the UK and Europe in 2025 and are well known for their popular No 1 hits, “Glow” and “Place Your Hands On.”

Joining Reef on the Friday night, will be the laugh out loud Fringe COMEDY CLUB featuring Mark Simmons, winner of multiple Comedy Awards and best known for his sharp one-liner jokes, Bobby Davro, a comedy legend with his unique mix of impressions, gags, songs and audience participation, Bob Mills, who has appeared on Have I Got News for You and is known for his cockney/East End, observational style, Tania Edwards, a comedic force to be reckoned with, Alistair Williams, a super-charismatic stage presence, Vlad Illich with his hilarious perspective on British life and Jonny Awsum who shot to fame on Britain’s Got Talent. What a night that’s going to be!

The iconic band OCEAN COLOUR SCENE - will be headlining on Saturday night and remains one of the most successful bands of the modern era. They lit up the Britpop party, chalking up three Top 5 albums - plus a run of nine successive Top 20 single’s, including the immortal ‘Riverboat Song.’

Sunday’s Headliners are WARD THOMAS – twin sisters from Petersfield and frequently cited as “Britain’s first Country Music Stars,” who appeared at the Fringe in 2014 and again in 2016! Their albums continue to develop their incredible artistry and expand their musical palette, with seriously sublime harmonies. They continue to tour across the UK playing to packed venues and headlining key festivals.

Previous Fringe Festival Headliners included: Blue, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Rebecca Ferguson, Daniel Beddingfield, The Real Thing, Scouting for Girls, The Blockheads, Haircut 100 and T’Pau - plus comedy legends such as Seann Walsh.

A first for this year’s Fringe will be “WELLNESS AT THE FRINGE” which will run from 8.30am-midday on the Sunday morning. Enjoy revitalising yoga, a Dance Fit class, family-friendly HIIT, relaxing sound bath and thought-provoking talks – all included in your Sunday or Weekend Fringe ticket!

Since 2011, the Haslemere Fringe Festival has served up the very best in contemporary and local music, with talented singer/songwriters, over 50 amazing bands per Fringe weekend, jazz, comedy, dance acts, performance poetry, art, children’s entertainment, delicious local food and artisans, together with entertainment from local schools and colleges. Come and enjoy the Fringe Experience!

To find out more about the 2026 Haslemere Fringe Festival and details of other amazing performers and, of course, book your tickets - please go to www.haslemerefringe.co.uk