A BRAND NEW FESTIVAL FOR BISHOP AUCKLAND & SURROUNDING AREA!

Saturday 11th  July & Sunday 12th July 20256

SATURDAY 11 JULY- HEADLINE 

BIG COUNTRY

Saturday sets the tone for the whole weekend with a full day of live music, great food and a brilliant festival atmosphere at Bishop Auckland Football Club. The energy builds as the day unfolds, leading to a huge headline performance from Big Country, bringing their powerful anthems, unmistakable sound and festival-ready presence to the BishFest main stage.

FULL LINE UP TBC

14 SUPERB BANDS OVER 2 DAYS

Fourteen bands across two days, launching the very first BishFest with a packed weekend of live music, energy, and atmosphere. A brand-new festival for Bishop Auckland, bringing crowd-pleasers, fresh talent, and two full days of non-stop performances.

FOOD AND DRINK

DEDICATED FOOD VILLAGE AND LICENCED BAR

BishFest features a dedicated food village offering hot food, street eats and local favourites throughout both days. Alongside it, a fully licensed bar will serve draught drinks, spirits, wine, cider and soft drinks, ensuring everyone can enjoy a great festival atmosphere from afternoon to evening.