Summer Jams is back at Leicester's Abbey Park with a proper nostalgia hit: Eternal, Ms Dynamite, Damage and more. If you grew up on nineties and noughties pop, R&B and garage, this is your Friday night sorted.
🎟️Get tickets for Summer Jams 2026 →What's on
Friday 7 August, 4pm to 11pm. The line-up includes Eternal, Ms Dynamite and Damage—names that defined a generation. Whether you're after smooth R&B harmonies, grime-adjacent energy or pure pop nostalgia, there's something here. The full roster hasn't been announced yet, so keep an eye out for additions.
The vibe
Summer Jams in a park setting is casual meets celebratory. Expect a mixed-age crowd reliving their youth (it's 18+ only), picnic blankets and cans in hand, enjoying live performances under the Leicester sky. It's the kind of event where you'll sing along to every chorus and probably bump into someone you haven't seen in years.
Getting tickets
Tickets are available through the usual channels. Prices haven't been confirmed yet, so check back closer to the date for standard and VIP options. Early-bird pricing often shifts as the event approaches, so securing yours sooner rather than later tends to pay off.
Where to stay
Leicester city centre is just a short walk or quick bus ride from Abbey Park. We've picked out some solid hotel options nearby—everything from budget chains to something with a bit more character—so you can stay close and avoid the drive home.
Getting there
Leicester railway station is well-served from across the UK: direct trains from London St Pancras (around 90 minutes), Birmingham New Street, Nottingham and Manchester. If you're driving, the M1 and M69 get you there easily. Abbey Park itself is accessible by local bus or a 20-minute walk from the city centre.
🧳 Travel essentials
🏨 Where to stay nearby
🥂 Premium stays 5-star
💷 Budget-friendly under £120/nt
📍 The venue
Abbey Park
Abbey Park Road
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