Night at the Abbey ~ Sat 12th Sept 2026
When: 2pm to 11pm
Where: Main Abbey
Another chance to pack up your picnic basket, grab a couple of chairs and enjoy the atmosphere of this well-established open-air music event, set in the glorious
Glastonbury Abbey grounds. From solo acoustic to folk, contemporary pop to electronica and R&B, the 2026 event will be better than ever, running across 3 stages with the iconic Abbey ruins as the backdrop.
Night at the Abbey returns for a late-summer celebration of music, light and atmosphere in the historic grounds of Glastonbury Abbey. As day turns to night and the ruins glow under beautiful illumination, the site comes alive with multiple stages, a world street-food market, independent traders, and bars serving everything from local ales to cocktails.
This is the first in a series of announcements about the event taking place in September 2026 and includes acts across three stages below. Further announcements will take place in early 2026. With the Extravaganza not taking place in 2026, Night at the Abbey is your chance to enjoy bands and DJs in this beautiful, unique location.
Main (Dan’s) Stage – From Dub to Disco (via Bluegrass)
Headlining the night is Sophie Ellis-Bextor, bringing her unmistakable disco-pop sparkle, powerhouse vocals and joy-filled performance. They’re joined by The Blow Monkeys, weaving sophisticated pop and soulful hooks; An Dannsa Dub, all the way from Scotland blending traditional melodies with deep, resonant dub; and The Often Herd, celebrated for their inventive, melodic bluegrass fusion.
King Arthur Stage – Finest Electronica
For those seeking all day groove and movement: Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) delivers an eclectic DJ set rich in colour and rhythm, while Phil Hartnoll (Orbital) channels the euphoric, rave-era heartbeat of one of electronic music’s most influential acts. More acts still to be announced.
The Nook – DJs in the Trees hosted by More Tea
Tucked away beneath the trees, The Nook hosts Grant Plant alongside local selectors spinning deep, soulful selections and dancefloor treasures — part hidden rave, part secret garden gathering. Stay tuned for more DJs being announced for this unique experience.
The Lineup so far features:
- Sophie Ellis-Bextor
- Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) DJ Set
- Phil Hartnoll (Orbital) DJ Set
- The Blow Monkeys
- The Often Herd
- An Dannsa Dub
- Grant Plant
- VIGI
- Short & Sweet
Plus more to announce…
Tickets are available on the Glastonbury Abbey website here.
Last entry and re-entry will be at 7pm. There will be no entry or re-entry after this time.
This is a Glastonbury Abbey fundraising event.
Why not book a touring pitch or luxury glamping accommodation for the weekend?
