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Fields Of Gold Festival is back for 2026, bringing two days of live music to Tameside Stadium. If you're after a proper festival experience without leaving Greater Manchester, this is worth marking in your calendar.
🎟️Get tickets for Fields Of Gold Festival 2026 →What's on
The festival runs across Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September at Tameside Stadium in Ashton-under-Lyne. You're looking at a full two-day music programme, with proceedings kicking off at noon on Friday and running through to late Saturday evening. It's an 18+ event.
The vibe
Tameside Stadium provides a solid outdoor setting for a proper festival day out. Expect the usual mix of food vendors, bars, and folks in various states of enthusiasm. The September timing means you might actually avoid the mud — a genuine bonus — though weather in Manchester is never guaranteed. It's the sort of event where you can pitch up with mates, settle into the atmosphere, and let the music dictate your day.
Getting tickets
Tickets are available through Skiddle and other major ticketing platforms. Pricing typically sits in the mid-range for regional festival weekends, though exact rates and tier options aren't yet announced. Early-bird allocations often shift first, so if you're keen, keep an eye on release dates and grab them when they drop.
Where to stay
Ashton-under-Lyne is well-served by budget and mid-range hotels, many within walking distance or a short cab ride from the stadium. We've picked a selection of nearby options for you below, so you won't need to trek far after the final set.
Getting there
Ashton-under-Lyne is easily accessible from across the North West. By train, you're roughly 30 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly. By car, it's just off the M67, making it straightforward from most directions. If you're flying in, Manchester Airport is about 45 minutes away by road.
🧳 Travel essentials
🏨 Where to stay nearby
🥂 Premium stays 5-star
💷 Budget-friendly under £120/nt
📍 The venue
Tameside Stadium
Richmond Street
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