This summer, the Arundel Festival of the Arts 2026 is turning up the volume with an exciting new venue and a brand-new vibe… welcome to Party on the Pitch!

Taking place at the Arundel Football Club on Friday 17th, this  live music celebration runs from 6pm–11pm (with doors opening at 5:30pm), bringing festival energy, big performances, and a fantastic community atmosphere together under the summer sky.

Friday 17 July 2026 – A Night of Iconic Bands and Iconic Hits

Friday night is set to be a huge one get ready to dance and sing along as Arundel’s favourite tribute sensation ,  ABBAMAGIC takes centre stage. A huge crowd-pleaser year after year and known for drawing big crowds and getting everyone dancing, they’re making a special Music Festival appearance this year, so expect a packed pitch and wall-to-wall hits.

Kicking off the night, local favourite DJ Eddie J will get the party started with a high-energy set to warm up the crowd.

Supporting the night is the incredibly talented Aaron Kavanagh, performing the timeless hits of Elton John with stunning vocals and piano mastery. With his own single set for release this July, Aaron is an artist very much on the rise, making this a performance not to miss.

Friday night shines a spotlight on Hattie Chandler and her band, delivering a special Fleetwood Mac tribute set. Expect rich harmonies, iconic songs, and a captivating performance from one of Arundel’s most exciting local artists.