Southampton is getting a full dose of festival energy as Mucky Weekender rolls into The Brook on Saturday 2nd May 2026 for an all‑day takeover packed with music, sunshine vibes and that unmistakable Mucky spirit.
The legendary Barry Ashworth and his band Dub Pistols are teaming up with the venue to deliver a proper warm‑up ahead of the main Mucky Weekender Festival, which returns to Vicarage Farm on 10–12 September. Think of it as a taster session — the chaos, the colour, the community — just squeezed into one huge day in the city.
A Line-Up Built for Good Times
Expect a stacked mix of live bands, DJs and heavyweight party-starters, including:
- Dub Pistols
- Prince Fatty & Horseman
- Kaya Fyah
- Barefoot Bandit
- Soul 45
- Plus more still to be announced
It’s the kind of bill that guarantees movement from the moment doors open.
Daytime Chills, Night-time Energy
If the weather behaves, the party spills out into The Brook’s garden with outdoor bars, street food and a laid‑back daytime atmosphere. As the sun dips, everything shifts indoors for a full‑throttle Mucky party — live sets, big basslines and that signature Dub Pistols energy.
Don’t Miss Out
Whether you’re a long‑time Mucky Weekender regular or just curious what all the noise is about, this all‑dayer is the perfect warm‑up before September’s main festival.
Event info & tickets: https://www.the-brook.com/tm-event/mucky-weekender-warm-up/ Festival details: https://mucky-weekender.co.uk