Boogietown is set to mark its fifth anniversary in style this summer, unveiling its biggest and most ambitious lineup to date for a full-day celebration of disco, soul, funk and feel-good dance music. Taking place on Saturday July 11 at Apps Court Farm in Surrey, the festival returns with an expanded five-stage site and a bill packed with legendary performers and influential DJs.

Headlining the Main Stage are global icons Gloria Gaynor, Shalamar, Earth, Wind & Fire by Al McKay and Soul II Soul, alongside Gabrielle. Gaynor’s appearance carries special significance, having performed at the very first Boogietown, and her return cements the festival’s reputation for booking artists who helped shape dance music history. Hosting duties on the main stage will be handled by Jonny Meah and Nick Coulson.

Set within the scenic riverside grounds of Apps Court Farm, just outside London, Boogietown has built a reputation as one of the South East’s most welcoming summer parties. The festival blends relaxed open-air surroundings with high-quality sound, making it an easy and appealing day out for both long-time groove lovers and younger fans discovering classic sounds for the first time.

For 2026, the festival expands to five stages for the first time, offering more variety and more chances to explore different corners of soul, funk and disco culture. The Big Love Tent will feature crossover favourites and high-energy performances from artists including Maxi Priest, Heather Small, Sonique, Baby D, K-Klass, Gok Wan and Aswad. The Love Train keeps the disco spirit front and centre with sets from Brutus Gold Love Train, Boney M, Odyssey and Heatwave.

Elsewhere, the Funk & Soul Club brings together respected selectors and scene staples such as Craig Charles, Norman Jay, Dave Lee, Jazzie B, Alison Limerick and the Soul Boutique Collective. The Boogie Bus adds another layer to the experience, delivering disco and disco-house throughout the day from Sophie Warner, Gary Warner, Seb G and Thom Pepper. A dedicated Food Village will also be on site, serving a curated selection of street food.

Since launching in 2021, Boogietown has grown steadily into a staple of the UK summer festival calendar, known for its uplifting daytime atmosphere and multi-generational appeal. This fifth anniversary edition promises to be its most unmissable yet, celebrating five years of community, music and shared dancefloor moments.

Tickets go on sale Friday January 30 at 9am via boogietown.co.uk.

LINEUP

MAIN STAGE

Gloria Gaynor

Shalamar

Gabrielle

Earth, Wind & Fire By Al Mckay

Soul II Soul

Hosted by Jonny Meah & Nick Coulson

BIG LOVE TENT

Maxi Priest

Heather Small

Gok Wan

Aswad

Sonique

Baby D 

K-Klass

Author: Andrew Braithwaite

Andrew is the founder and chief editor of Music Talkers. He's also a keen music enthusiast and plays the guitar.