Rowlands Castle Village Fair

Saturday 4th July 2026 from 11am to 11pm

Tag: Forever Queen

Live Music (for free) and Food – All Day and Evening
Why leave when the music keeps playing? From 11.30am right through to 11.00pm, the Rowlands Castle Village Fair offers a full day and evening of free live entertainment. Whether you’re coming for the brass band, Forever Queen or DJ Loz, you’ll find plenty of food and drink to keep you going too, with options for meat eaters, vegetarians and vegans alike.

So settle in, relax and enjoy the fair for as long as you like.

Music all day
- 11.30am Blendworth Brass Band
- 12.45pm Victory Morris Men
- 1.30pm Velvet Whiskers
- 2.45pm Alice Milburn
- 4.00pm Marley Blandford
- 5.15pm AstroModa
- 6.30pm The Generation Game
- 8.00pm Forever Queen
- 10.00pm DJ Loz
Food and drink options

The Village Fair BBQ will be serving burgers and hot dogs from Treagust butchers, in buns from Westbourne bakery.

Vegetarian options are also available; veggie burgers and veggie sausages, which are also suitable for vegans.

Our popular chicken and chorizo paella will be served from mid-afternoon until it’s gone—so don’t leave it too late!

As the evening entertainment gets underway, Rita’s Pizzas will be firing up the oven with freshly made pizzas for meat lovers, vegetarians and pescatarians

And the BBQ options will also be available in the evening.

Drinks at the Village Fair bar

Need something to wash it all down? The Village Fair Bar will be serving…
- Lager, real ale and cider on tap
- Low alcohol choices
- Pimms
- Aperol Spritz
- Wines
- Soft drinks
- Bottled Water – also available from the BBQ
Coffee and cakes

Available from Our Little Place – a vintage coffee trailer run by Lisa – serving a selection of hot and cold drinks and cakes.

And don’t forget there will be other food & drink options around the green:
- Ice cream van
- Slushies
- Confectionary
- Home baked produce at the WI stall
- Refreshments at the Church on the Green
- Local pubs – The Robin Hood and The Castle Inn
- The Bumble Bee cafe
See you on the Green!

With 11½ hours of free entertainment, fantastic food and drink, and something happening from morning until late evening, there’s every reason to spend the whole day at the Rowlands Castle Village Fair.

Bring your family, bring your friends—and stay as long as you like. We look forward to seeing you there!
3 July 2026
Music from 11am to 11pm at the Rowlands Castle Village Fair
One of the highlights of this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair is a fantastic programme of live music and entertainment running throughout the day and well into the evening.

From traditional brass band favourites and Morris dancing to talented local performers, a headline Queen tribute act and a late-night DJ set, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on Saturday 4th July.

The Day Begins with Tradition

The music starts at 11.30am when the ever-popular Blendworth Brass Band takes to the stage. A regular favourite at the fair, their uplifting performance is the perfect way to get the day underway.

Shortly afterwards, at 12.45pm, the Victory Morris Men bring colour, energy and a touch of English tradition to the village green. Their lively display of Morris dancing is always a crowd-pleaser and a wonderful part of the fair’s heritage.

Local Talent Takes Centre Stage

Throughout the afternoon, a series of talented performers will keep the entertainment flowing:
- 1.30pm – Velvet Whiskers
- 2.45pm – Alice Milburn
- 4.00pm – Marley Blandford
- 5.15pm – AstroModa
Whether you enjoy acoustic melodies, contemporary sounds or energetic live performances, these acts showcase some of the best local musical talent around.

Evening Entertainment

As the afternoon turns into evening, the atmosphere shifts up a gear.

At 6.30pm, The Generation Game take to the stage to keep the crowd entertained with a lively set guaranteed to get people singing along.

Then, at 8.00pm, the fair welcomes its headline act, Forever Queen. Expect all the iconic hits, soaring vocals and unforgettable stage presence that have made Queen one of the world’s most loved bands. It’s set to be a spectacular performance and a fitting climax to a fantastic day.

Party into the Night

Just when you think the music is over, DJ Loz takes over at 10.00pm, keeping the party going with an upbeat mix of crowd favourites until the fair closes at 11.00pm.

A Full Day of Entertainment

With live music running from morning through to late evening, plus the dog show, Punch and Judy, fairground rides, food stalls, bar, horticultural show and much more, the Rowlands Castle Village Fair promises a memorable day out for the whole family.

So bring your friends, bring your neighbours and make a day of it. Whether you’re a fan of brass bands, folk traditions, live bands, classic rock or dancing under the summer sky, you’ll find something to enjoy at this year’s fair.

Rowlands Castle Village Fair
Saturday 4th July 2026
11am – 11pm
The Green, Rowlands Castle

We look forward to seeing you there!
21 June 2026
FREE Live Music – Forever Queen
We are thrilled to announce this year’s headline act for Rowlands Castle Village Fair: the incredible tribute band Forever Queen! Get ready for a spectacular evening of Queen’s greatest hits performed live on the Village Green.

Event details:

When: Saturday 4 July 8.00pm

Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

What: An unforgettable tribute to the legendary Queen, with all your favourite anthems

What to expect:
- Live performances of iconic Queen tracks
- A vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere
- Food stalls & Bar
- A community sing-along moment you won’t want to miss
How you can join the fun:

Bring friends and family — everyone’s welcome!

Share this event with your networks to spread the excitement.

Let us know your favourite Queen song in the comments below, and tell us who you’re bringing! We’ll feature a few fan song picks in the lead-up posts and might even surprise you with some interactive moments on the night.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all.

See you on 4th July for a night to remember!
17 June 2026