St Annes Music Festival

Live Music by the Sea: St Annes Music Festival 2025

Looking for the perfect soundtrack to your summer? St Annes Music Festival is back this August Bank Holiday (22–25 August 2025) with four days of free live music, food, and good vibes right in the heart of the town.

What to Expect: Hosted in the beautiful Ashton Gardens, just minutes from the sea, this community-led festival features over 20 live acts performing across two stages. The Main Stage and the Pavilion Stage. From soul to rock, indie to acoustic, there’s a genre for every ear.

Festival Highlights

• Four Full Days of Music – Performances from midday to evening.
• Free Entry – No tickets needed, just show up and enjoy.
• Family-Friendly Atmosphere – Bring the kids, the grandparents, or come with friends.
• Street Food & Stalls – Sample everything from wood-fired pizza to local brews.

Who Will Love It? If you enjoy discovering new music, relaxing outdoors, or dancing barefoot in the grass, this is your kind of weekend. It’s perfect for couples on a coastal break, music lovers, and families looking for laid-back entertainment.

How to Get There from Hy: Ashton Gardens is less than 10 minutes by car or a scenic 25-minute walk from Hy. There’s also plenty of public transport available, including buses running regularly between St Annes and surrounding towns.

What to Bring

• A blanket or a camp chair
• Sunglasses and sun cream
• A bit of cash for food & market stalls

Why Not Make a Day of It? Start your day with brunch at Hy, wander down to Ashton Gardens for the afternoon sets, and return home in time for a sunset dinner or a chilled night in.

Stay with Hy for the Ultimate Festival Weekend. Skip the hassle of long drives or stuffy hotels. Hy offers modern rooms, flexible stays, and a relaxed base just moments from the music. Sleep easy, dance freely.

Book your stay now and experience the rhythm of the coast this August.