Trentham Summer Concerts return to the stunning surroundings of Trentham Gardens this summer, bringing a series of outdoor evenings filled with live music, classic hits and festival atmosphere beside the lake.

Set within the historic estate's outdoor amphitheatre, the concerts feature a mix of tribute shows and party nights celebrating some of the biggest names and eras in music. The 2026 programme includes tributes to artists including Oasis, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift, alongside nights celebrating the sounds of the 80s, 90s, 00s, rock and club classics.

Running across five weekends, Trentham Summer Concerts offer the chance to enjoy live entertainment in one of Staffordshire's most picturesque settings, with food, drink, picnics and lakeside views adding to the relaxed summer evening experience.

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The festival started in 2009 as a way to provide young people with a summer event to fill the long holidays and also to give opportunities to perform at a free music festival.

Held across three stages at Milton Park, more than 5,000 people attend the festival to watch musical performances, as well as enjoy the local food and drink and community stalls.

The festival is completely run by volunteers and is non-profit making, with any money raised given to local charitable causes or returned to organising the next year’s event.

Now established as a popular fixture in the local music calendar, the festival showcases a wide mix of genres, from rock and blues to reggae, ska, pop and soul, alongside DJs and emerging artists.

The main festival day takes place at Milton Park, with a second day of performances hosted in venues around the town, giving visitors the chance to discover music in different settings.

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