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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
2026-07-18 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/London) | Malvern Theatres, WR14 3HB
The show formerly known as Hairbrush Party Anthems is coming back bigger and brighter in 2026 with Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! Girls and guys, get ready to party with one of the most exciting shows to hit theatres this year.
Led by four amazing female vocalists, who also play sax and percussion, backed by a band of stunning musicians, audiences can enjoy classics by artists including Kylie, ABBA, Madonna, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, Cher, Spice Girls, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Diana Ross, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Steps and many more.

Music in the Park 2026
2026-07-19 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-07-26 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-08-02 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-08-09 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-08-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Priory Park, Great Malvern
Malvern Town Council’s annual Music in the Park programme begins on Sunday 10 May 2026, with concerts due to take place every Sunday at 2.30pm until 13 September in Priory Park. Once again, there’s a fabulous range of musical genres to enjoy, including alternative, light rock, country/folk and jazz, as well as the more traditional and ever-popular brass bands.
Don’t forget to bring along your chairs, blankets, and picnics (or buy a takeaway treat from one of our town centre shops), and enjoy an afternoon of music in the scenic Priory Park against the backdrop of the beautiful Malvern Hills.
Best of all, these events are free to attend!
Programme 2026
10 May: Gloucestershire Constabulary Brass Band
17 May: West Coast Sound (jazz)
24 May: Flat Tonic (alternative)
31 May: Kitchen Island Band (folk)
7 June: Malvern Hills District Brass Band
14 June: Nothin’ But Dust (alternative)
21 June: Family 3 Steel (Celebration of National Windrush Day)
28 June: Cinderford Brass Band (Celebration of Armed Forces Day)
5 July: The Retros (Blues retrospective)
12 July: The Barflys (alternative)
19 July: Hereford Concert Band (brass)
26 July: Idle Moments (jazz)
2 August: ARIEL (alternative)
9 August: Alcester Victoria Brass Band
16 August: Sunset Levels (alternative)
23 August: Bourbon Alley (Blues)
30 August: Worcestershire Rock School (alternative)
6 September: The Jamesons (folk)
13 September: Malvern Big Band (jazz)

The Choir of Man
2026-07-21 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-24 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-24 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-25 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-07-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Malvern Theatres, WR14 3HB
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit, created by Nic Doodson and Andrew Kay and directed by Nic Doodson, stops off in Malvern as part of its first ever UK tour.
Welcome to The Choir of Man, the best pub in the world…Come prepared to drink in the excitement!
Overflowing with hits from artists including Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other!
A tremendously talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers, this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all…live!
An inspiring celebration of community and friendship where all are welcome, don’t miss out on this feel-good night of foot-stomping entertainment, so good you’ll want to come back and see it again and again.
Running time: approximately 2 hours including an interval
Age guide: 10+ (contains on-stage alcohol use and some adult themes; no swearing)
Show times
Tuesday 21 July 2026, 7.30pm
Wednesday 22 July 2026, 7.30pm
Thursday 23 July 2026, 7.30pm
Friday 24 July 2026, 4pm
Friday 24 July 2026, 8pm
Saturday 25 July 2026, 2.30pm
Saturday 25 July 2026, 7.30pm

Great Malvern Priory Organ Recital
2026-07-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Great Malvern Priory, WR14 2AY
As in previous years, Great Malvern Priory is hosting a series of organ recitals over the course of 2026. Entry is free with a retiring collection.
Programme
Saturday 21 February, 12pm
Ben Bloor, Brompton Oratory, London
Saturday 21 March, 12pm
Piers Maxim, Great Malvern Priory
Saturday 23 May, 12pm
Richard Gowers, Hanover Square, London
Saturday 25 July, 12pm
Hilary Norris, Leominster Priory
Monday 31 August, 12pm
Michael Bacon, Great Malvern Priory
Saturday 10 October, 12pm
Iain Simcock, Concert Organist
Tuesday 8 December, 6.30pm
Andrew Caskie, Great Malvern Priory, plays Messiaen’s meditations on the birth of the Saviour – La Nativité Du Seigneur

Folk at The Fold
2026-07-25 19:30 - 22:30 | The Fold, Bransford, Worcester, WR6 5JB, United Kingdom
Folk at The Fold is a monthly folk club held in the Cart House at The Fold – beautiful half-timbered surroundings with lovely acoustics – perfect for the folk songs that you love to sing or hear among genuine folk friends.
These are lively, often humorous and always varied monthly folk evenings led by Eric and Eileen Payne.
The club runs every 4th Saturday (except December – 3rd Saturday) of the month from 7.30pm to 10.30pm.
The entrance fee is £2.50, payable on the door. You just need to bring your own drinks (but tea / coffee and biscuits are available throughout the evening) and a smile!
Dates in 2026
Saturday 24 January
Saturday 28 February
Saturday 28 March – featuring a new play, Mucky Boots, Maps and Midges
Saturday 25 April
Saturday 23 May
Saturday 27 June
Saturday 25 July
Saturday 22 August
Saturday 26 September
Saturday 24 October
Saturday 28 November
Saturday 19 December (3rd Saturday)

Drunken Monkey Rock Festival 2026
2026-07-31 11:00 - 2026-08-02 23:00 | Drunken Monkey
The Drunken Monkey Rock Festival, in memory of Ian Downton, returns for 2026 to provide three days of amazing music from over 50 bands and raise money for Midlands Air Ambulance.
Held on a 10-acre site off the Welland Road approximately one mile outside Upton upon Severn, the festival features two stages and will have a fantastic line-up of bands performing over the three days.

Organ Recital
2026-08-02 16:00 - 17:00 | St Leonard’s Church, Newland, Malvern, WR13 5AX
In 2026, St Leonard’s is delighted to host a series of organ recitals by visiting organists and the church’s own organist.
Sunday 5 July 2026, 4pm
Andrew Caskie (Great Malvern Priory)
Free admission (retiring collection); refreshments in the Great Hall
Sunday 2 August 2026, 4pm
Sean Tucker (freelance organist)
Free admission (retiring collection); refreshments in the Great Hall
Sunday 6 September 2026, 4pm
Barry Rose (formerly Guildford, St Albans and St Paul’s Cathedrals)
Free admission (retiring collection); refreshments in the Great Hall
Sunday 4 October 2026, 4pm
David Hill (IAO President, organist & conductor)
Free admission (retiring collection); refreshments in the Great Hall
Sunday 6 December 2026, 4pm
Allan Walker (St Leonard’s Church, Newland)
Free admission (retiring collection); refreshments in the Great Hall

The Sound of Music
2026-08-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Malvern Theatres, WR14 3HB
Our Star Theatre Company makes a much-anticipated return to Malvern Theatres with Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II‘s timeless classic The Sound of Music. This is their 5th community musical and follows their hugely successful and acclaimed productions in the Forum Theatre of Fiddler on the Roof (2024) and Evita (2025).
The final collaboration between Rodgers and Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy back to a broken family, only to face danger and intrigue as the Nazis gain power. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.
Show times
Wednesday 5 August 2026, 7pm
Thursday 6 August 2026, 7pm
Friday 7 August 2026, 7pm
Saturday 8 August 2026, 2pm
Saturday 8 August 2026, 7pm

TR Register: Car Club Fest 2026
2026-08-14 08:00 - 2026-08-16 17:00 | Three Counties Showground, WR13 6NW
The country’s boldest new show brings clubs, owners and enthusiasts together for a family-friendly festival weekend like no other!
Built around the theme ‘Stronger Together’, Car Club Fest brings together over 40 car clubs from around the UK, covering everything from vintage classics and post-war favourites through to modern performance cars and restomods. This will provide variety on a scale that rewards a full day’s exploring – or a whole weekend if you choose to make a break of it.
With the Club Zone, Trade Zone and Motorsport Zone, plus live music, bar, camping and a live arena and motor show, there’s so much to enjoy at this big motoring weekend.
For more information and booking, visit the Car Club Fest website.

Malvern Theatres Young Company: We Will Rock You
2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Malvern Theatres, WR14 3HB
Malvern Theatres Young Company presents Queen and Ben Elton’s worldwide smash-hit musical We Will Rock You.
Set in a post-apocalyptic future where individuality has been outlawed and music is dictated by algorithms, the story tracks two young revolutionaries who dare to defy the system to save rock ‘n’ roll.
This fist-pumping, foot-stomping anthem to freedom and self-expression is a musical for our time —unapologetically bold and filled with the timeless power of Queen’s legendary music, featuring more than 20 iconic hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are the Champions, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now and, of course, We Will Rock You.
After the huge success of last year’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar, this gifted young company returns under the direction and choreography of Andy Reiss and Katie Leeming of Beyond the Barricade to offer a lively, inventive take on this explosive, rock-infused spectacle – showing the power of music and individuality and leaving crowds cheering for more.
Age recommendation: suitable for 10 years +
Show times
Tuesday 18 August 2026, 7pm
Wednesday 19 August 2026, 7pm
Thursday 20 August 2026, 2pm
Thursday 20 August 2026, 7pm
Friday 21 August 2026, 7pm
Saturday 22 August 2026, 2pm
Saturday 22 August 2026, 7pm

The Malverns Classic
2026-08-20 13:30 - 2026-08-23 19:00 | Eastnor Deer Park, HR8 1EN
Considered the Glastonbury of mountain biking with racing, entertainment, fairground rides and camping, the Cannondale Malverns Classic provides the best August Bank Holiday for you, your family, your friends and your bike!
This is the UK’s biggest and best mountain bike festival. Whether you’re riding or relaxing, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy a packed weekend of fun in a beautiful rural setting with thrilling races to watch or take part in, live entertainment, food and drink, as well as family-friendly activities taking place throughout the day.
Don’t forget to bring your bikes as all courses are available for recreational riding outside of official practice and racing, allowing you and your friends and family to ride together and make the most of the festival atmosphere.
For full details of what’s on in 2026 and to book tickets, visit the Malverns Classic website.

Western Motorhome and Campervan Show
2026-08-21 09:30 - 2026-08-23 17:00 | Three Counties Showground, WR13 6NW
Experience the spirit of the West in Malvern!
It’s that time of year again! Get ready to dust off your cowboy boots, grab your hat and saddle up for one of the most iconic weekends of the Warners Shows season, The Western Motorhome & Campervan Show! Taking place in the beautiful setting of the Three Counties Showground at the foot of the Malvern Hills from 21 – 23 August 2026, this Country & Western spectacular is a firm favourite for thousands of campers and day visitors alike.
Featuring four nights of quality live music, a vibrant Western-themed atmosphere and the biggest outdoor exhibition area of the year, this hugely popular event offers shopping, dancing, entertainment and friendship all wrapped into one unforgettable weekend – making it the ultimate celebration of the great outdoors.
Highlights of the Western Motorhome and Campervan Show include:

50+ dealers with new & used motorhomes and campervans for sale
500+ vehicles to explore and compare on-site
250+ exhibitors offering everything from accessories to outdoor gear
Four nights of live country music and entertainment
19th-century living history displays and re-enactments
Line dancing tuition and authentic Western performances
Six free talks daily in the Advice Centre
Live cookery demos from Vanlife Eats
Optional extras: EHU, Saturday headline show & coach trips
Day tickets include 3 months’ access to the What Motorhome digital archive

Visit the website for full details and booking.

Malvern Rocks 2026
2026-08-21 18:00 - 2026-08-23 23:00
Malvern Rocks returns for a three-day celebration of live music in a range of welcoming venues around the town (and Beyond) from 21 – 23 August 2026. Enjoy exceptional music, vibrant energy and unforgettable experiences as a stellar line-up of established artists and rising stars bring their talents to Malvern to offer music of all genres including rock, blues, funk, jazz, folk and more.
More details to follow
Last year the event included over 110 performances in thirteen venues across three days, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
