Bushfest

Hertfordshire

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Book discount early bird Bushfest tickets! Returning for its 8th spectacular year, enjoy the ultimate tribute music festival in Hertfordshire

Returning for its 8th spectacular year, Bushfest brings live tribute acts, great food, family fun and summer festival energy to Metropolitan Bushey. Taking place on Bank Holiday Sunday, this year’s line up will be kicking off with country band Honky Tonk Angels and tributes to Take That, Tina Turner and Queen, promising show-stopping performances that you won’t want to miss!

  • Live Music All Day: A full schedule of top tribute performances from 1pm until 9pm
  • Food & Drink: Three licensed bars, hot/cold drinks & diverse food vendors, including street food, ice cream, churros & more
  • Stalls & Activities: Craft stalls, kids’ treats, entertainment & festival market stalls

Bushfest 2026: Live music, food vendors, bars, stalls & family‑friendly entertainment

  • Dates: Sunday 30th August 2026
  • Age Suitability: Suitable for all ages; under‑18s must be accompanied by an adult
  • Location: Metropolitan Bushey, Aldenham Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2TR
  • Gates Open: 1pm
  • Festival Ends: 9pm
  • Standard Tickets include: Access to all live performances, festival grounds, food stalls, bars, seating areas & re‑entry if needed (please speak to a staff member onsite)

Upgrade with Weather-Ready Passes at Bushfest near Watford:

Enhance your festival experience with a handy add‑on for extra comfort if the weather turns.

  • Includes general admission
  • Access to our Ballroom, which has its own toilets and fully stocked bar
  • Food voucher for Monty's Kitchen festival menu, redeemable at the Ballroom bar until 9pm
  • Please note: Weather-Ready Pass for Under 5's does not include food.

Enjoy tributes to Tina Turner, Take That & Queen at Bushfest 2026 in Hertfordshire

With big‑stage tribute acts, three fully stocked bars, a wide range of food trucks (including vegan, veggie, gluten‑free, kosher & halal options), craft stalls and family‑friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Bushfest. From great music to delicious food and a welcoming outdoor setting, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the August Bank Holiday near Watford.

Parking can be pre‑booked for £5 and the venue is easily accessible by road, bus or train, ensuring a seamless arrival for all festival‑goers.

Bushfest 2026: Full Line‑Up

  • 1:00pm - Gates Open & DJ Set: John Darin will be kicking off Bushfest with all the best feel-good music you know and love!
  • 3:00pm - Honky Tonk Angels: Featuring hits by the likes of Dolly Parton, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Johnny Cash, all the way through the decades to modern stars, such as Miranda Lambert, Luke Combs, The Chicks and, of course, the iconic Shania Twain.
  • 4:30pm - Take @ That: One of UK’s leading tributes to the greatest British man band of our generation. Expect all the greatest hits, 90's classics, A Million Love Songs, Pray and Relight My Fire to the more recent Patience, Greatest Day, Rule The World, and These Days.
  • 6:00pm - Justine Roderick as Tina Turner: Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s ultimate Tina tribute - Justine Riddoch, channelling the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll! 
  • 7:30pm - Platinum Queen: Platinum Queen are one of the most exciting tribute acts honouring the band that changed rock history - get ready for a rollercoaster journey through the bands greatest hits, from Bohemian Rhapsody to Radio Ga Ga & more!

Book Bushfest 2026 tickets now for discounted early bird rates and enjoy a full day of live music, food, drinks, and fun this August Bank Holiday with Bushfest Music Festival at Metropolitan Bushey! Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.

Location

Metropolitan Bushey

Aldenham Road,
Bushey,
Hertfordshire,
WD23 2TR
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How to find us

Location: Metropolitan Bushey, Aldenham Road, Bushey, Hertfordshire, WD23 2TR

By Car

  • On-site parking is available at Metropolitan Bushey and must be pre-booked when purchasing tickets.
  • Blue Badge holders must also pre-book their parking.
  • Local parking is limited and monitored by the local authority; visitors are asked to respect neighbouring areas.
  • Car sharing and walking to the venue are encouraged where possible.

By Train

  • The nearest train station is Bushey Station, located on the main line/overground between Euston Station and Watford Junction.
  • The venue is approximately a 20-minute walk or a 5‑minute car/taxi journey from the station.

By Bus

  • A bus stop is located immediately outside Metropolitan Bushey Sports Ground on Aldenham Road.

By Bike

  • On-site parking is available for both cyclists and motorcyclists.

Parking

  • All on-site parking, including accessible spaces, must be pre-booked when purchasing tickets.
  • Accessible parking spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis on the day.
  • Local parking is limited and will be monitored; guests should park considerately.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking
  • Food and drink
  • Dog-friendly
More Info
Is Bushfest wheelchair accessible?

The site is fully accessible by wheelchair, though the site is mostly grass.

  • There are no designated wheelchair areas.
  • There is parking onsite which you can pre-book for £5 online but a limited number accessible bays. This includes Blue Badge holders.
What age is Bushfest suitable for?

Bushfest is suitable for all ages!

  • Under-18 tickets are available, they just need to be accompanied by an adult and supervised.
  • Children under 5 are free, but bear in mind that Metropolitan’s play area will be closed, and you’ll need to keep them entertained.
Is there food and drink available at Bushfest?

No drinks, alcohol, food or snacks may be brought onto the Metropolitan Bushey site; this is a year‑round venue policy commonly used at music festivals.

  • Guests may bring an empty bottle to refill at the on‑site water fountains.
  • A wide range of food vendors is available at the event, offering options for most dietary needs, along with hot and cold drinks including bottled water.
  • Monty’s Bar will also be selling snacks during the festival.
  • Security will conduct full bag searches at the gate, and guests are advised to avoid bringing large bags to help reduce queue times.

Food and Drink at Bushfest:

  • Monty's Bar: Metropolitan Bushey's public bar, Monty's will be open with a wide range of beers, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the event.
  • The Studio Bar: The Studio will be open with a wide range of beers, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the event.
  • Ballroom Bar - Exclusive to Weather Ready Pass Holders: The Ballroom bar has a wide range of beers, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the event.
  • Wood Fired Pizzas by Dough with the Flow: Using fresh local ingredients and real fire wood, Dough with the Flow make quality freshly baked, Italian style sour dough pizzas in a stone oven. Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free | Kosher | Halal | Kids | Cold Soft Drinks 
  • A Star Burgers: The team's motto is "good food, good mood" and with thoughtfully crafted burger menus, they aim to satisfy every palate. Whether you choose the famous Full Monty Burger, a jumbo sausage or a portion of freshly cooked steak-cut chips for the kids, Bushfest are committed to bringing a smile to every customer's face. Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free | Kosher | Halal | Kids | Hot Drinks | Cold Soft Drinks 
  • Bollywood Bites: Get ready to spice up your festival with Bollywood Bites, serving up the bold, aromatic flavours of India for everyone to enjoy. From hearty Chana Masala and creamy Butter Chicken rice boxes to sizzling Masala Fries, crispy Samosas, and crowd-favourite Paneer Masala Wrap – every bite is a celebration. Vegetarian or meat lover, mild or fiery – there’s something here to make your taste buds sing! Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free | Kosher | Halal
  • Mediterranean Kebabs by Snow White Catering: A Mediterranean menu offering traditional and modern street food favourites. Enjoy succulent Lamb and Chicken Doner, Halloumi, Falafel, or plant-based meatless kebab wraps and box meals - all packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavours. Choose from a variety of sides, including chips, Halloumi Fries, Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Tenders, and Dirty Fries. Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free | Kosher | Halal | Kids | Cold Soft Drinks 
  • Ice Cream's from Tonio Ices!: Cool down with an ice cream or lollie.  Tonino Ice Cream van is full of everyone's favourites, serving up Tonino Ice-Cream with 99’s and variety of ice lollies. Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free | Halal | Kids  
  • Gabriellas Cookies: Gabriella’s Cookies brings a taste of New York indulgence with irresistibly stuffed cookies and decadent cookie pies, baked to satisfy every sweet craving.
  • Marissa’s Churros & Chocolate Strawberries: Marissa’s Churros & Chocolate Strawberry stall will be serving up golden churros, and fresh strawberries drizzled in rich chocolate - a sweet festival favourite!
  • Sweets N Treats: From sweet cones to pick 'n' mix cups and surprise-packed mystery bags, treats are perfect for kids and grown-ups.
What shopping stalls are there at Bushfest?
  • Lumiere: Lumiere Jewellery and Accessories for the festival scene with vibrant headwear, novelty must-haves, inflatable seats for kicking back in style, and beautiful scarves and statement jewellery.
  • Frankie's Face Paints: Rock your 'festival look' at Bushfest with a dazzling glitter design or face paints.  For little ones Frankie's Face paints team can transform them into a scary monster, gorgeous princess, magical unicorn, super heroes, butterflies and more.   
  • The Fun Firm: The Fun Firm’s Mickey Mouse Test Your Strength Game brings playful nostalgia and big laughs to the festival-step right up and see if you've got the muscle to impress Mickey and win a prize!
  • So Pop Vinyl: So Pop Vinyl offers a nostalgic treasure trove of second-hand records, spanning diverse genres with timeless classics from the swinging 60s to the electric vibes of the 90s.
  • Deity Tara Resin: Discover our beautifully bright and sparkly handmade jewellery and accessories including earrings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, keyrings, bookmarks, and coasters. Perfect for both adults and kids! 
  • Bushey Street Name and Landmark Prints by Parkwin Photography: Discover a curated collection of original photographs capturing the charm of street signs and local landmarks in Bushey and Oxhey, Hertfordshire. Each image is taken by Karen Parker, a long-time Bushey resident and owner of Parkwin Photography.
What do Weather-Ready Passes include?

A standard ticket with a handy add‑on for extra comfort if the weather turns.

This option includes:

  • General admission plus access to our Ballroom, which has its own toilets and fully stocked bar.
  • You’ll also get a food voucher for the festival menu from Monty’s Kitchen, redeemable at the Ballroom bar until 9pm.
Can you bring chairs, blankets or gazebo's to Bushfest?

Yes. If you bring a gazebo, you will be assigned an area at the rear of the arena.

Is Bushfest dog-friendly?

Yes, Metropolitan is a dog friendly venue, but they must be always kept on a lead.

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