Essex Summer Fest 2026

About the show

Soul • Disco • 70s & 80s Live Music in the Sunshine
Solar Radio is proud to host the Soul Stage at this year’s Essex Summer Fest, taking place at beautiful Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch (Essex) on Saturday 11th July, 12pm – 10:30pm.
Join us for a full day and evening of feel-good music in the open air, featuring classic Soul, Disco and 70s & 80s favourites — the soundtrack to your youth, performed live in the summer sunshine.
Main Stage Live Performances:
• Odyssey – performing hits including Use It Up, Wear It Out
• Heatwave – featuring classics like Boogie Nights and Always and Forever
Plus a fantastic line-up of 80s tribute acts celebrating:
Madness • Blondie • Fleetwood Mac • Boy George • Whitney Houston • The Blues Brothers • Elton John
Expect a vibrant festival atmosphere with great music, good company and a proper Essex summer day out.
Tickets from £25 – £35
Early booking recommended. Supporting a Local Cause
Essex Summer Fest is run by local mental health charity Mind in Havering, Barking & Dagenham, raising vital funds to support people experiencing mental health challenges across the community.
Location: Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch, Essex
Date: Saturday 11th July
Time: 12pm – 10:30pm
For tickets and full event details visit:
www.essexsummerfest.com
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Soul, Disco and 70s & 80s music in the heart of Essex.