Event Spotlight: Ilfracombe Beer & Music Fest 2026

If you are staying with us in North Devon this May, you are in for a fantastic weekend. The highly anticipated Ilfracombe Beer & Music Fest is returning to the coast, promising great drinks, brilliant live music, and an unbeatable community atmosphere.

Best of all? Entry to the festival and all the live music entertainment is completely free!

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Essential Event Details

• Dates:

  Friday, May 22nd to Sunday, May 24th, 2026

• Timings:

  12:00 PM – 11:00 PM daily

• Location:

  The Landmark Green, Ilfracombe (SatNav: EX34 9BZ)

• The Cause:

  Organized by the dedicated volunteers of the Ilfracombe Round Table, this wonderful community event raises vital funds to support local charities and good causes.

What to Expect

• Over 100 regional beers and ciders to sample

• Three full days of free live musical performances

• Incredible global street food vendors

• Family-friendly entertainment to keep the kids happy

• Indoor options at the Landmark bar serving cocktails, soft drinks, and alternative beverages

The 2026 Music Lineup

The festival features wall-to-wall live music from noon until late, with each day showcasing a distinct musical theme.

Friday, May 22nd (Electronic & DJ Focus)

• 9:00 PM – M’Lover DJ Set (Weekend Opener)

• 8:00 PM – DJ Rick Tozer

• 7:00 PM – DJ Paul Barracat

• 6:00 PM – Starbuck

• 5:00 PM – Stop The Moats

• 4:00 PM – The Oggle Band

• 3:00 PM – Dean Murphy

Saturday, May 23rd (Rock & Main Stage Energy)

• 9:00 PM – The Greater Good (Headliner)

• 8:00 PM – Beckon The Wyrd

• 7:00 PM – Falling Apart

• 6:00 PM – Spiralled

• 5:00 PM – Iceber

• 4:00 PM – The Far Far Aways

• 3:00 PM – Rakes Adrift

• 2:00 PM – Hoodoo Man

• 1:00 PM – Assembly Anthems

• 12:00 PM – STC

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Sunday, May 24th (Acoustic & Festival Closers)

• 9:00 PM – Lionstar (Grand Finale)

• 8:00 PM – Wilderwolf

• 7:00 PM – Broken Aerials

• 6:00 PM – The Black Sands

• 5:00 PM – Lulu Rennson

• 4:00 PM – Malachite

• 3:00 PM – Dean Murphy

• 2:00 PM – Cliffhanger

The Drink Selection

As the largest Beer & Cider Festival in the South West, the event showcases an incredible range of over 100 unique tipples crafted by regional breweries and cider-makers.

Featured suppliers for this year include:

• Exmoor Brewery, Salcombe Brewery, and Otter Ales

• Sandford Orchards, Sam’s Cider, and Southdown Cider

• Country Life, GT Ales, Clearwater Brewery, and Barum Brewery

• Badger Brewery, Electric Bear, Palmers Brewery, and Halon’s

• Holsworthy Ales and Heron Valley

Global Street Food Vendors

Pair your pints with incredible flavors sourced from the finest local food trucks in the area:

• Horizon Pizza:

  Fresh, hot wood-fired pizzas.

• Sugba Filipino BBQ:

  Savory, smoky grilled specialties.

• Loose Belt Mexican:

  Zesty, vibrant street tacos and classic Mexican fare.

• North Devon Resort:

  Delicious festival favorites to keep you fueled all weekend.

Get Involved: Sponsor a Barrel

Local businesses can support the event by sponsoring a barrel for £120. This includes your business name featured in the official programme, on the main sponsors board, and across social media channels—plus four complimentary pints straight from your barrel!

To get involved, contact the organizers directly at 07500 461316 or via email at michaelhiles60@googlemail.com.