Town’s fun in the park festival is featuring live bands

It will take place tomorrow – Saturday – in the Abbey Gardens, starting from 10.30am, with tribute bands on stage from 5pm.

The event, which has been running for years, is backed by the town council and from 5pm watching the bands is a ticketed event.

While bands last year played in the rain, temperatures are set to remain high tomorrow with the heatwave continuing.

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A statement on the event website says: “Get ready for an unforgettable Fun and Music in the Park.

Fun and music in the park in Abingdon (Image: Contributed)

“It’s free during the daytime with lots of activities for all ages including inflatables, DIY face painting, arts and crafts and make your own music! We also have some fantastic live performances up until 5pm.

“From 5pm join us for live music and brilliant company in the Abbey Gardens for the ticketed Music in the Park 2026 – a night packed with legendary sounds and festival energy.

“This year’s incredible line up includes: Counterfeit Hit, The Dung Beatles, The Milestones and The Bohemians – The Ultimate Queen Tribute.

Fun and music in the park in Abingdon in 2025 (Image: Contributed)

“Arrive early and soak up the atmosphere in our beer tent, where a hand-picked selection of fantastic local artists will be warming you up with live music before the headline acts take over.

“Bring your friends, bring your dancing shoes, and get ready to sing, sway, and rock the night away.”