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Arundel Festival of the Arts 2024
Some events detailed within the brochure may have changed since it was printed so please check the online calendar of events for latest information.
Festival event at The Jailhouse
Arundel Festival 2024
16th to 26th August
Arundel Festival 2024
We are grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of the festival this year
The Arundel Festival needs you!
Following a successful 2024, we are now creating three new roles that will help shape the future of the Festival;
- Strategic Advisor
- Operations Manager
- Events Co-Ordinator
Initially these are pro bono volunteering roles but we hope that in the future they will be paid roles.
If you have the skills and experience to make a difference and would like to become more involved in your community, please send your expression of interest to trustees@arundelfestival.co.uk to receive more information.
Save the Dates!
We have exciting plans for 2025 and we are in the early stages of planning the full programme of activities. Until then here's some 'save the dates' for you;
- Festival Fundraisers - June 6th & 7th
- Music Festival - July 11th - 13th
- Festival of the Arts - August 15th - 25th
More details to follow soon.
Arundel at Christmas
Soak up the spirit of Christmas as you shop, drink, eat and enjoy a whole host of festive entertainment and activities in the run up to Christmas.
More information coming soon...
Arundel at Christmas 2024
Soak up the spirit of Christmas as you shop, drink, eat and enjoy a whole host of entertainments and festive activities on the run up to Christmas
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Arundel Music Festival - Tickets on sale now
Friday 19th July
Murdoch's Crazy Eyes headlining
Solidifying their position as one of the most iconic cover bands on the south coast, Murdoch's Crazy Eyes will kick the music festival off, supported by local favourites Harry and the Hounds and DJ Eddie J to bring the house down on Friday night. This will truly be a night to remember. Tickets £20
Saturday 20th July
Country, Americana and Folk
Enjoy an afternoon and evening of country, Americana and Folk, with bands, including The Stomping Boondocks, Arc Songwriters, IOLAR, Oakville Pete, Frank Regester & Kieran Moore and join The Dixiebelles for 'line dancing'!! Tickets £15.
Sunday 21st July
Jazz
The music festival draws to a close with a Sunday afternoon that's all about Jazz. With jazz musicians from The Regis Jazz Band 'trad' of the 1920's to The Phoenix Big Band sounds of the 1930's and 40's, through to gypsy jazz of Europe and local outfit The Big House Band amongst others. Tickets £10.
The Music Festival will be held in Brooks Field (behind Mill Road Car Park) and will be better than ever!
On Friday 19th July headliners Murdoch's Crazy Eyes kicked off the weekend and we're joined by Harry and the Hounds and DJ Eddie J who kept the party going. Saturday 20th July, was a family orientated afternoon and evening of Country, Americana, Folk and Bluegrass music with the town coming alive with the soul-stirring melodies and toe-tapping rhythms of these beloved genres. A phenomenal array of bands including The ARC Songwriters, local band IOLAR, favourite Oakville Pete, local boys Frank Regester and Kieran Moore, Jack Boyd, Flint County, Hari and headliners The Stomping Boondocks all played. And there was line dancing with The Dixiebelles. On Sunday 21st July the weekend drew to a close with an afternoon of Jazz. From The Regis Jazz Band 'trad' of the 1920's to The Phoenix Big Band sounds of the 1930's and 40's, through the Sam Carelse chanteuse led gypsy jazz of Europe to the original sounds of Amuse Manouche Duo and Arundel based Big House, finishing in 'funky dancey' form with The Horn Dogs.
Musical Events at The Festival in August
Enjoy an evening of Rock, Blues and Beyond with The Practice plus Beyond the Blues playing at The Jailhouse on Tuesday 20th August followed by an evening of Country Folk with Rachel Button and Jack Boyd on Wednesday 21st August.
Both events are at The Jailhouse with doors open at 8.00pm and tickets are £12.
ABBAMAGIC will be back on Arundel High Street on Thursday 21st August, as the most anticipated evening of the festival for local residents. This event is completely free and the whole town comes out to enjoy the fun.
As well, as big name acts and ticketed events, Arundel Festival of the Arts brings acoustic music to the streets of our town and offers a platform for new and local talent. There are a whole variety of venues around town who will be hosting musical events, including; The Red Lion, The Eagle, The Kings Arms, Nineveh House and Fauna Brewery. There is an organ recital by Michael Koenig at The Cathedral on Monday 26th August at 1pm, and the Hanover Band have a concert at St Nicholas Church on Saturday 24th August at 7pm.
What (or who?) will you discover at the 2024 Arundel Festival of the Arts?
The Arundel Festival of the Arts 2024 is now over
These are some of the events that you missed. Look out for news on what's coming in 2025
Arundel Festival 2024 Brochure
Saturday 24th August
There is entertainment and music at a number of venues around town - in the Town Square, at Jubilee Gardens, in addition to a number of pubs all hosting local talent. Join Emily Barden and choir on the High Street, Worthing Steel Band on the Cobbles and Rue Horne and Woodruff in Tarrant Square to name a few. Sompting Village Morris Dancing on the Quayside.
Festival Market on Tarrant Street. Sporting Bears Performance Cars on the High Street.
Out of the Deep Blue, an outdoor physical theatre production featuring a 13 foot interactive sea puppet will parade around town at 11.30, 14.00 and 16.00 followed by shows in Jubilee Gardens. Sponsored by holidaycottages.co.uk
Sunday 25th August
Sunday starts with the 10k fun run in Arundel Park, and then there is entertainment all around town including The Sporting Bears Performance Cars in The High Street and the Festival Market in Tarrant Street.
Billy's Band will be playing in Jubilee Gardens and have performances throughout the day at approximately 11.30, 14.00 and 16.00.
There is music and Food at Nineveh House, Snail's Progress Gamelan Orchestra in Tarrant Square, Galaxy Bear and Jukebox Jones & Mighty Booth in the Town Square, Lancing Brass Band on the Cobbles and the infamous Dixiebelles will be encouraging everyone to line dance outside the Swan Hotel. Plus a number of bands playing in venues all over town.
Monday 26th August
The festival ends with another full day of fun and entertainment all around town. It's Vintage Day on Tarrant Street with shopping and jiving and Classic Car Display on the High Street.
Nick Cooks circus skills outside The Swan, The Arundel Flower and Produce Show at the Football Ground, a Fire and Circus show in Jubilee Gardens at 1pm and the infamous RNLI 200th anniversary duck race on the river.
Bands and music playing all around town -
Rue Horne,
Katie Rogers and
Dawn Gracie amongst others playing in the town centre.
Johnny Wigg and the
West Chillington Brass Band playing in Tarrant Square. And a whole host of artists playing in Jubilee Gardens and at Nineveh house including;
Laura Shepherd,
Act 6,
Ramos Muchahos,
Irrelevant Elephant,
Jack Boyd
and Rhapsody Development Choir.
Country Folk - SOLD OUT
Music from Rachel Button and Jack Boyd - two inspired singer songwriters with guest artists at The Jailhouse on Wednesday 21st August. Doors open at 8.00pm. Enjoy the music and dance until Midnight.
Fully licensed Bar.
ABBAMAGIC
Back again to bring the High Street to a standstill. The fabulous ABBA tribute band ABBAMAGIC will be playing all the songs you know and love on Thursday 22nd August. Entertainment from 6.30pm with DJ Eddie J
At this year's Arundel Festival Of The Arts you can watch an amazing array of performers, from young local bands to seasoned professionals as well as artists on the cusp of future success.
The Music Festival was held in Brooks Field (behind Mill Road Car Park) and was better than ever!
On Friday 19th headliners Murdoch's Crazy Eyes kicked off the weekend and we're joined by Harry and the Hounds and DJ Eddie J who kept the party going. Saturday 20th, was a family orientated afternoon and evening of Country, Americana, Folk and Bluegrass music with the town coming alive with the soul-stirring melodies and toe-tapping rhythms of these beloved genres. A phenomenal array of bands including The ARC Songwriters, local band IOLAR, favourite Oakville Pete, local boys Frank Regester and Kieran Moore, Jack Boyd, Flint County, Hari and headliners The Stomping Boondocks all played. And there was line dancing with The Dixiebelles. On Sunday 21st the weekend drew to a close with an afternoon of Jazz. From The Regis Jazz Band 'trad' of the 1920's to The Phoenix Big Band sounds of the 1930's and 40's, through the Sam Carelse chanteuse led gypsy jazz of Europe to the original sounds of Amuse Manouche Duo and Arundel based Big House, finishing in 'funky dancey' form with The Horn Dogs.
"Mamma Mia" Open Air Cinema
Soak up the summer vibes and sing along with the classic feelgood movie - Mamma Mia on Monday 19th August at Arundel Football Club. Doors open at 6.30pm, film starts at 8.30pm. Drinks and Greek food available. Tickets £10
Rock, Blues & Beyond
Two great bands - The Practice and Beyond The Blues.
One great night of music! Tuesday 20th August at The Jailhouse. Doors open at 8.00pm, dance till midnight.
Fully licensed bar. Tickets £12
It's a Knockout UK Challenge
Sunday 18th August 11.30 - 5.00pm
Get ready for an afternoon of outrageous fun at Arundel Football Club. Dive into a whirlwind of wacky challenges, inflatable obstacle courses and water soaked escapades.
Secure your teams' spot now for £250 per team of 10, or £125 for a team of 5. Wristbands for children to take part in some games will be £5 on the day!!
Get ready to laugh, splash and conquer!!
BURFEST 24
Sunday 18th August 5.00pm - 9.30pm
Four great bands playing catchy jazz, funk, poppy jazz and blues for all ages as the sun goes down on the Cricket Green in Burpham. Line up features JacMac's Funk Pack, Henry Kimber Blues Duo and Arundel's own Big House Band.
BBQ, Pizza, ice cream and bars available. Tickets cost £15 for adults, £10 for Children 12-16. Under 12's free
