HARLOW'S BIGGEST
WEEKEND
IS BACK
The Harlow Town Show is back this August Bank Holiday, bigger and better than ever! Enjoy three days of free live entertainment, funfair rides, spectacular displays, family activities, community showcases and delicious food and drink.
FRI
28
SUN
30
Welcome to the Harlow Town Show! This is a genuinely historic moment for our town. After decades away, the Harlow Town Show is back – bigger, bolder and better than ever before.
Because this is more than a show. It is a landmark moment for Harlow – celebrating our proud heritage while showcasing the energy, ambition and talent of the Harlow of today.
This weekend, our whole town comes together. From outstanding daytime entertainment to unforgettable evenings on our brand-new bandstand, we are putting Harlow firmly back on the map and showing everyone what our town can do.
And it really is for everyone. The entire weekend is free, with more than 70,000 tickets issued to Harlow residents for this momentous occasion.
We promised to restore pride. We promised to be ambitious. We promised to Build Harlow's Future. This is what delivering those promises looks like.
Huge names. Huge crowds. Huge comeback. Heritage reborn. Entertainment reimagined.
Welcome back, Town Show. Harlow is ready. Let's make history together.
Dan Swords
Leader of Harlow Council
What's on
A fun weekend for
all the family.
Bigger, better and packed with things to see and do, the Harlow Town Show is set to be one of the highlights of the summer - just like the old days. From spectacular entertainment and family fun to fantastic food, shopping, community organisations and unique experiences, there's something for every generation. Here's a taste of what's waiting for you.
Live Music
See chart-topping pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor, dance the night away with DJ Tom Zanetti, and enjoy an incredible programme of live music across two stages throughout the weekend.
Food & Drink Village
Exceptional street food, artisan producers and delicious treats from across the region and beyond.
Family Fun
Free activities, live entertainment and hands-on experiences for children of all ages.
Markets & Stalls
Discover independent makers, local businesses and unique products you won't find on the high street.
Arts & Culture
Celebrate Harlow's world-famous sculpture collection through art, creativity and interactive experiences.
Funfair
Classic rides, family attractions and plenty of excitement for thrill-seekers and little adventurers alike.
WHAT'S ON ACROSS THE WEEKEND
Friday night kicks off the Harlow Town Show weekend with a spectacular evening of entertainment in the Big Top, from a family-friendly silent disco through to a headline set from one of the UK's biggest names in dance music.
Friday Night – Big Top
- 16:00–17:30Silent Disco for Families
- 18:00–20:00UKG Chronicles
- 20:00–20:30Livin' Joy
- 20:30–22:00Tommy Jules plus special guest
- 22:00–23:00DJ Tom Zanetti
Friday night sets the tone for everything that follows — three days of music, funfair, food and community spirit, right in the heart of Harlow Town Park.
Saturday at Harlow Town Show is packed with free family entertainment, live performances and spectacular arena displays across Harlow Town Park. From theatre and comedy in the Big Top to dance, music, stunt shows and vintage displays across the showground, there's something for all ages to enjoy throughout the day, before the Bandstand comes alive on Saturday night.
Main Arena
Compere: Dan Draper- 11:20The Romford Drum & Trumpet Corps
- 11:40Bolddog FMX
- 12:40Buskerteers Choir
- 13:15United Dance
- 13:25Stannage Stunt Team
- 14:15The Romford Drum & Trumpet Corps
- 14:40Whitewebbs Museum Vintage Cars
- 15:05Bolddog FMX
- 16:05Rock Choir
- 16:30Stannage Stunt Team
Static Displays
- 12:30, 14:30 & 16:30Vander Wheel of Death (SD2)
- All dayHarlow & District Model Flying Club Model Plane Display (SD1)
- All dayBolddog FMX Interactive Stand (SD3)
- All dayWhitewebbs Museum Vintage Cars (SD5)
- All dayHTS Vehicle Display
Big Top
- 11:15Livewire Theatre
- 12:45Silly Billy Pantomime Adventure
- 14:00Next Generation
- 14:30Hip Hop Pop
- 15:10Dance Fusion
- 16:00Hip Hop Pop
- 16:45Harlow Rock School
Saturday Night – Bandstand
- 16:00DJ Rick Live & Dan Draper
- 17:45Official Bandstand Opening with Executive Leader Dan Swords
- 18:00Monka
- 19:00Harleymoon Kemp
- 20:30Circa Waves
- 22:00Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Come along, explore the showground and enjoy a full day of entertainment, community spirit and family fun at the return of Harlow Town Show.
Sunday at Harlow Town Show celebrates one of the event's much-loved traditions: bringing animals, countryside displays and family entertainment into the heart of Harlow Town Park. Visitors can enjoy a day of live performances, arena shows and educational displays, before the weekend closes in spectacular style with Sunday Night at the Musicals on the Bandstand.
Main Arena
Compere: Dan Draper- 11:20Heavy Horses Through the Ages
- 11:55David Seamark Sheepdog Display
- 12:35CJ's Birds of Prey Falconry Display
- 13:25Atkinson's Action Horses
- 14:15David Seamark Sheepdog Display
- 14:55Heavy Horses Through the Ages
- 15:40CJ's Birds of Prey Falconry Display
- 16:25Atkinson's Action Horses
Static Displays
- 11:30 & 14:00CJ's Birds of Prey Educational Talk (SD4)
- 12:00 & 16:00Joseph's Amazing Racing Camels Educational Talk (SD3)
- 12:00, 14:00 & 16:00Emily the Brontosaurus (SD1)
- 13:00, 15:00 & 16:50The Sheep Show (SD2)
- All dayHTS Vehicle Display
Big Top
- 11:00Harlow Brass Band
- 11:45Hip Hop Pop
- 12:30Livewire Band
- 13:30Makin' Steps Performing Arts
- 14:00Hip Hop Pop
- 14:40Jigsaw Performing Arts
- 15:20Perry Barker
- 15:50Harlow Amateur Theatre Society (HATS)
- 16:30Harlow Rock School
Sunday Night – Bandstand
- 18:00The Gold Collective featuring Byron Gold
- 19:00Act One: Sunday Night at the Musicals, featuring the West End International Orchestra and hosted by Samantha Barks
- 20:15Matt Terry
- 20:55Act Two: Sunday Night at the Musicals, featuring the West End International Orchestra and hosted by Samantha Barks
Come along on Sunday to enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly day full of music, entertainment and much-loved animal displays as Harlow Town Show continues its tradition in the town park.
Flip through the full weekend programme — every act, stage and time, all in one place.
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A WEEKEND OF
GREAT LIVE MUSIC
Over 18s
Family friendly silent disco, followed by
Tom Zanetti
Friday night kicks off with a spectacular evening of events. From 7pm (over 18s only), UK Garage Chronicles take to the stage in the Big Tent, rooted in a love for garage music and its origins. Expect nostalgia, big energy and the very best garage anthems.
The night is headlined by Tom Zanetti, one of the UK's biggest names in dance music, known for his high-energy performances and crowd-pleasing hits. Joining the line-up across the evening are Livin Joy, Tommy Jules and Rick Live.
Friday night sets the tone for everything that follows. Three days of music, funfair, food and community spirit, right in the heart of Harlow Town Park.
Also featuring
SaturdaySOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR
We're thrilled to welcome pop icon Sophie Ellis-Bextor to the main stage on Saturday night, kicking off our biggest weekend of the year with a headline set built for dancing.
From the disco shimmer of Murder on the Dancefloor to Groovejet (If This Ain't Love) and two decades of pop favourites in between, expect a set built for singalongs and a night to remember. Joining her across the evening are Circa Waves, Harley Moon Kemp and Monka, chart-topping artists coming together for one of the biggest nights of the Bank Holiday weekend.
Like the rest of the Show, it's completely free to attend, so bring your friends, your family and your dancing shoes.
Saturday night is shaping up to be one of the highlights of the weekend. Three days of music, funfair, food and community spirit, right in the heart of Harlow Town Park.
You won't want to miss out!
Also featuring
Circa Waves
Harleymoon Kemp
Monka
We're bringing the West End to Harlow Town Show!
Get ready for a show-stopping Sunday evening as the greatest songs from the world's best-loved musicals come to life, performed live by a full orchestra and special guests.
Featuring
Tickets
Free tickets
for Harlow residents
Tickets for the Harlow Town Show are completely free and can now be booked online for both the daytime show and the evening concerts. Every attendee needs a ticket, so simply book yours in advance and show it on your phone when you arrive.
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FRI 28 AUG 2026 · 6:00 PM · HARLOW TOWN PARK
Where
Town Park, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2QF · ///occurs.grows.jobs
When
Friday 28th — Sunday 30th August 2026
Getting here
Harlow Town station is a 2 minute walk and plenty of cycle parking will be available
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