Foolhardy Folk Festival

Foolhardy Folk Festival
Sunday 30 August 2026 | 11.30am-9pm
Nottingham Arboretum

Set within the beautiful surroundings of Nottingham Arboretum, the one-day gathering has grown into one of the Midlands’ most beloved independent festivals, selling out in recent years and building a reputation for warmth, quality and carefully curated line-ups.

This year’s headline guest is none other than Badly Drawn Boy, one of the UK’s most distinctive and celebrated songwriters, and a long-time inspiration to Beans on Toast.

The full 2026 line-up features Badly Drawn Boy, Skinny Lister, 3 Daft Monkeys, K.O.G, Gecko, Nuala and King Killership.

Alongside the music, festival-goers can expect top notch local street food, a bar showcasing Nottingham breweries, and the relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere that has become Foolhardy’s calling card.

All ages are welcome, but any under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.