Festival on the Close kicks off this weekend!

Supporting Cancer Research UK and Bradby Club. Photo courtesy Macreday Theatre.

Festival on the Close, Macready Theatre, Rugby School, from 21-26 June 2025

Supporting Cancer Research UK and Bradby Club.

You are invited to be part of something truly special—our local arts festival, a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community spirit. This isn’t just a festival; it’s a labour of love powered by artists, industry experts, generous sponsors, and passionate organisers who believe in the power of the arts to bring people together.

When you buy a ticket, you're not just attending an event—you’re:

Fuelling the local economyContributing to our charitable partners, CRUK & Bradby Club, who work year-round to serve those in needHelping us keep arts and culture alive in our community

Your presence matters. Your ticket makes a difference.

Whether it’s your first time or you’re a returning festival-goer, we promise moments of inspiration, connection, and joy. Join us—and help ensure that our festival and the important causes we support can keep thriving.

But your ticket today – and be part of something bigger. https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/thefestivalontheclose

MAIN STAGE DISCOUNT PASS

Want to experience everything Festival On The Close 2025 has to offer? The Main Stage Pass is your golden ticket, giving you discounted entry to every 8pm main stage show!

Here's what you'll enjoy:

Saturday, June 21: Laugh out loud with Manford's Comedy Club, featuring the hilarious Maisie Adam and Babatunde Aleshe.

Sunday, June 22: Throw your best shapes with Jo Whiley on the decks, spinning an eclectic mix of singalong anthems, party hits, indie classics, and pop gems.

Monday, June 23: Join the internationally acclaimed BBC Big Band for a dazzling celebration of swing legends.

Tuesday, June 24: Embrace comedy, songs, enthusiastic dancing, and a lot of mucking about with Alex Horne and The Horne Section.