Congleton Jazz and Blues returns on the August bank holiday weekend!

Now a cornerstone of the towns' cultural calendar, this year's festival promises to be the 'most eclectic yet'.

For two days, August 29 and 30, Congleton will be transformed into a musical trail as 22 local venues play host to more than 80 live performances, all of which are free to attend.

While staying true to its soulful roots, the 2026 lineup expands its horizons to feature a diverse mix of jazz, blues, pop, indie, rock, and country.

Mark Bailey, chair of the festival organising committee, said: "Our goal has always been to bring the community together through the power of live performance.

"By incorporating indie, rock, and country alongside our traditional jazz and blues acts, we're ensuring there is a beat for every heart in Congleton and hopefully there will be sufficient to entice and please our festival patrons."

More details can be found here.