The Mighty Magpie Beer Festival: The Full Line-Up Revealed

May 20, 2026
The Mighty Magpie Beer Festival: The Full Line-Up Revealed
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FOUR days of craft ales, live music and Indian street food - here's everything you need to know about this summer's most anticipated community event at Victory Park.

We are delighted to reveal the complete drinks and entertainment line-up for this summer's highly anticipated Mighty Magpie Beer Festival — and it promises to be one of the standout events of the season.

Taking place across four fantastic days at Victory Park, the festival combines a carefully curated selection of cask ales, ciders and keg options with live music acts, DJ sets and delicious street food. Whether you're a real ale enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy a great atmosphere, there is truly something for everyone, not least, our Family Day on the Sunday!

The drinks line-up

The bar team have put together an impressive range across three categories.

Cask ales
  • Wobbly Bob
  • White Rat
  • Moorhouse's Pendleton Witch
  • Brew York Hop Cat
  • Craven Imperial Porter
  • Jolly Boys Chocolate Fudge Porter
  • Thornbridge Jaipur
  • Amity Albion Cask
  • Whitworth Summertime Brewery
  • Colbier Tenor Cask
  • RedWillow Feckless
  • Saltaire Triple Choc Cask
  • Northern Monk A Little Faith (GF)
  • Yorkshire Heart Blonde
Ciders
  • Ilford Alpha Loco
  • Ilford Stick Up Rhubarb
  • Sandford's Fanny Bramble Blackberry
  • Thistly Cross Whisky Cask
  • Traditional plain cider
Keg & lager
  • BrewDog Cold Beer
  • Fruli Strawberry
  • Kirkstone Radler
Entertainment schedule

The festival kicks off on Thursday 30 July with an exclusive Sponsors' Evening — the official opening night of the event. Full details of this special occasion will be announced in due course.

Fri 31 July
Friday
Tabitha Belle — live performance
Sat 1 Aug
Saturday
Mike Wignall — afternoon setVicky Lea & Daz Newton — evening
Sun 2 Aug
Sunday
DJ Simon George — closing the festival

Food

Adding to the experience, Chorley FC is thrilled to welcome The Hungry Elephantt, who will be on site serving delicious Indian street food on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Their flavoursome offerings are sure to be a highlight for visitors throughout the weekend.

Gluten-free option available

Northern Monk's A Little Faith is confirmed as a gluten-free cask ale option, ensuring there's something for guests with dietary requirements to enjoy.

Further updates — including ticket details and sponsorship opportunities — will be released soon. The festival is already generating significant excitement following its announcement, and with a line-up this strong, demand is expected to be high.

To get involved, sponsor a barrel, or even the festival itself, drop us an email on commercial@chorleyfc.com!

We look forward to welcoming supporters and visitors alike to Victory Park for what promises to be an unforgettable summer event.

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