Middleton Oktoberfest 2026

Logo reading, Oktoberfest, music, beer and food festival.

Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026

Location: Middleton Gardens, Middleton M24 4DF

Cost: Free entry. Food and drink will be available to buy.

Time: 12pm - 10pm

About this event

Saturday, 3–Sunday, 4 October 2026. Middleton’s music, beer and food festival. 2 days of amazing live music, street food, local beer, games, competitions and fun.

  • Who is this event suitable for? For adults and families.
  • Do I need to book? No, you can just turn up.
  • Directions: Get directions to this event from Google Maps
  • Contact: thebritmid@gmail.com
  • Event organiser: organised by the Britannia Inn, supported by Rochdale Borough Council’s Middleton Township, Rochdale Development Agency and Middleton Co-operating.

Line-up

Saturday, 3 October 2026

  • 12noon: doors open. Get in, grab a beer and get involved.
  • 1pm: Middleton Popstars Academy
  • 2pm: Conker Championship – the battle for the conker crown.
  • 3pm: Big Swingy Thing – fun band with strings and brass.
  • 5pm: Ben Floyd – acoustic guitarist and singer.
  • 6pm: Innafield – psychedelic rock band.
  • 8pm: Lazarus – local super band.

Sunday, 4 October 2026

  • 12noon: doors open. Get in, grab a beer and get involved.
  • 1pm: Oompah – traditional oompah tunes.
  • 3pm: Joey Matthews Bongo Bingo – bingo and big prizes.
  • 5pm: Dennis Ferridge – acoustic singer/songwriter.
  • 6pm: Optic Chasm Band – local rock band.
  • 7pm: Naked Stereo Band – high energy covers band.
  • 8pm: The Uptown Duo – 90s classics.
  • 9pm: Jam with Dan and Friends – an open jam, everyone welcome.

Disclaimer

Events and activities are not organised by Rochdale Borough Council unless stated otherwise. Neither is Rochdale Borough Council responsible for the accuracy of the information provided. If you are under 18, ask your parent or guardian before taking part in any event or activity.

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