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Summer Sessions 2026 – All you need to know

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Where is the event taking place?

The event is held in the top area of Beechwood Park and is 3 days of
Some of the best Original Music, Street Food and Drink

When is the event taking place?

The event runs from
Friday 24th July to Sunday 26th July . The times of the event are as follows:

Friday 24th July 11am to 9:30pm
Saturday 25th July 11am to 9:30pm
Sunday 26th July 11:am to 9:30pm

Last entry into the venue for all three days is 8pm and you might be turned away if you arrive after.

Who is playing?

The event contains a wide variety of the best artists from Newport, the surrounding areas and beyond including headline acts Brooke Law, Keys and Onika Venus Other acts include The Malakites, Ophelia’s Beard, Yr Argraff, Greg Ryan, Caitlin Lavagna, Redwood City and a whole lot more

Will there be food and drink?

New for this year we have teamed up with Big Food Festival who around 20 handpicked street food traders serving everything from loaded, saucy, crispy favourites to sweet treats worth queueing for. Our bars will be fully stocked with local drinks, cocktails, cold pints and festival favourites flowing all weekend.

Attendees are encouraged to take their rubbish with them or find a nearby bin in order to maintain a clean environment.

Attendees will NOT be allowed to bring in their own food or drink into the event.

How To Get There?

Beechwood Park is a 42 minute walk from the centre of Newport. It is well served by public transport.

Here are some recommendations.
Newport Bus:

73 – An 11 minute journey with a 5 minute walk

8A – A 10 minute journey with a 5 minute walk

8C – A 10 minute journey with a 5 minute walk

X60 – A 9 minute journey with a 5 minute walk

6 – A 17 minute journey with a 5 minute walk.

26A – A 20 minute journey with a 5 minute walk.

For more information head to Newport Bus

Can I Bring Children?

This is a family friendly event so yes children are more than welcome.

Is there a fee?

This event is FREE to attend across the week however in order to manage the number of attendees. Get your tickets here

Written by: Luke Lewis

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