Stratfest 2025: Live Music, Family Fun and Fireworks in Stratford-upon-Avon

If you’re in or around Warwickshire this summer and fancy a proper feel-good day out with great music, good food, family fun and a sky full of fireworks, Stratfest 2025 should be firmly pencilled into your calendar.

Back for its second year at the stunning Stratford Park Hotel & Golf Club, Stratfest is pulling out all the stops on Saturday 9th August, delivering an epic mix of live entertainment and community spirit – all in support of local children’s charity Molly Ollys.

The event kicks off at 2pm and promises a packed day of live music, kids’ activities, artisan shopping and delicious nosh, all rounded off with a fireworks finale at 10pm sharp. Now that’s what we call going out with a bang.

A Local Line-Up Worth Travelling For

The main stage will be buzzing with top-notch local talent, from party bands to indie soloists – and everything in between. Expect to be serenaded, rocked, and possibly encouraged to have a bit of a dance.

Here’s who you’ll be hearing:

• Texan Peacocks – Stratford’s own rock’n’roll cover kings

• No Direction – Snitterfield’s finest pop-rock outfit

• Frazer Lepford – Indie and rock flavours with a local twist

• Jake Rees – Classical meets pop in this genre-hopping performance

• Luke Brougham – Expect a whirlwind of Spanish, Latino and Country guitar

• The Tickets – A dynamic rock-pop duo

• Honor Isabella – Pure pop vocals to lift the spirits

Plenty of variety, plenty of talent, and definitely no shortage of rhythm.

A Festival with a Big Heart

At the centre of all this fun is Molly Ollys, the Warwick-based charity doing brilliant work supporting children with life-limiting and terminal illnesses. Founded by Rachel and Tim Ollerenshaw in memory of their daughter Molly, the charity has raised over £5 million to date.

Their work includes funding specialist paediatric consultants, donating therapeutic toys and books to over 70 hospitals across the UK, and granting more than 4,300 wishes to brighten the lives of seriously ill children.

By buying a ticket and turning up to enjoy Stratfest, you’re not just getting a great day out — you’re helping Molly Ollys keep making a difference.

Fireworks Lighting Up the Warwickshire Sky

Let’s not beat around the bush — if you love fireworks (and you’re reading our blog, so we’re going to assume you do), Stratfest’s grand finale at 10pm is worth the price of admission alone.

We’re talking a full-on sky show, choreographed to wrap the day up in jaw-dropping style. The perfect end to a summer evening, whether you’re watching with a cold drink in hand, a toddler on your shoulders, or both.

Perfect for Families

It’s not just for grown-ups with guitars — Stratfest is properly family-friendly. There’ll be:

• Bouncy castles and slides

• Face painting fun

• Interactive play with Muddy Munchkins

• A selection of artisan stalls if you fancy a little browse between sets

It’s a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, and you’ll find plenty of space to stretch out, picnic-style, and soak up the sounds.

Tickets & How to Get Involved

Tickets are just £7 (or £14 for a family ticket covering two adults and up to three kids). At that price, it’s a bit of a no-brainer. You can grab yours now via:
Skiddle - Stratfest 2025 Tickets

And if you're a local business interested in supporting the event, sponsorship opportunities are available. Just contact Beverley at: beverley@thestratfordpark.co.uk

Why Stratfest Should Be on Your Radar

If you’re hunting for fireworks events near Stratford-upon-Avon, or just looking for an excuse to enjoy some great live music in a stunning setting, Stratfest ticks all the boxes.

It’s local, it’s loud, it’s for a great cause — and there’s a firework finale that’ll knock your socks off.

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