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What’s on in Burton this Bank Holiday weekend
What’s on in Burton this Bank Holiday weekend
Live bands, family days out, Bank Holiday events and more from across Burton and beyond.
Chris Towland
May 21, 2026
All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton! Thursday 21st May 2026 |
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📅 What’s On in Burton This Week
Another Bank Holiday weekend is here, which means Burton’s social diary has officially decided nobody needs an early night until at least Tuesday.
There’s a huge amount happening across the area over the long weekend, with live music absolutely everywhere you look - from tribute acts and acoustic sessions to full bands taking over pubs, venues and beer gardens across Burton and beyond. Whether you fancy Michael Jackson at Conkers, indie rock in Hatton, or a Sunday session at The Coopers Tavern, there’s plenty to keep the dancing shoes busy.
Families can enjoy everything from pirate-themed racing at Uttoxeter Racecourse to free crafts at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, while the ever-popular Rolleston Transport Festival rolls into Bank Holiday Monday with classic vehicles, community spirit and enough polished chrome to blind anyone if the sun makes an appearance.
Elsewhere in this week’s newsletter, we’ve got the latest weather forecast for the long weekend, local petrol and diesel prices, Business Bites, news on East Staffordshire’s new Mayor, and details of Burton’s biggest music event of the year as Sonic Boom Festival announces its 2026 lineup - including a huge free live music stage in the Market Place.
Right then. Kettle on, diary out, and we’ll see you somewhere near a stage before the weekend’s over.
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Bite-sized updates from the businesses that help make Burton tick.
☕ Scoffi Coffee Shop has opened at 118 Station Street, adding a new independent coffee spot opposite The Roebuck in the small parade of shops. 🎯 Elite Darts Shop will soon open at 116 Station Street. The specialist darts store is preparing to join the growing line-up of businesses opposite The Roebuck. |
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Bank Holiday Monday in Rolleston... |
Rolleston Transport Festival |
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Once a year, on the Spring Bank Holiday, Rolleston plays host to a fantastic array of vintage vehicles, bicycles, motorbikes, stalls, fairground rides and much, much more.
These are displayed on the Croft, Burnside and surrounding areas in the village of Rolleston on Dove.
From 10am to 4.30pm on Monday 25th May |
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Thursday 21st May Roger Parkes Don't Stop the Music at the Brewhouse Friday 22nd May
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly) Unforgiven at Burton Banter, Hawkins Lane ☀️ Daytime EventsOnce Upon a Mix Up at The Brewhouse
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Alan Lowe Heating Services Limited |
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Sonic Boom Festival returns to Burton upon Trent on Saturday, 12 September, spotlighting a full day of live music in Burton Market Place - and no ticket is needed for the main event.
The headline act this year is Manchester indie band Pale Waves, led by Heather Baron-Gracie, fresh from chart-topping success and a devoted following.
The stacked main stage also welcomes The Lilacs, The League of Rebelz, Vona Vella, Terrianne, and The Missing Diamonds, blending national favourites with emerging local talent.
BBC Radio 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins returns as host, with thousands expected to gather from 1pm as Sonic Boom cements its place as a culture highlight for Burton.
The festival is run in partnership with East Staffordshire Borough Council and Sonic Boom Music CIC, and boasts a growing reputation - including a UK Festival Awards shortlist.
Evening “Aftershock” shows will follow across the town, with further details coming soon. Read More... |
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East Staffordshire has welcomed a new Mayor, with Burton’s civic chain now entrusted to Councillor Monica Holton.
Cllr Holton, appointed after the Annual Council meeting on 15 May, brings 26 years of dedicated service in the voluntary sector, specialising in crisis prevention and supporting vulnerable residents.
Cllr Arshad Afsar will serve as Deputy Mayor for the upcoming year.
Deeply committed to public service, Monica Holton’s appointment is seen as a perfect fit for a role focused on unity and community engagement.
In her mayoral year, Cllr Holton will champion four local charities: Burton upon Trent & District YMCA, Street Whyze, Mother Wilkin Centre for Senior Support, and New Era for domestic abuse victim support. Read More... |
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The cheapest petrol and diesel prices we’ve spotted in the Burton & Swadlincote area today. Prices can change quickly, so they may vary by the time you fill up.
⛽ Unleaded
Available at:
152.9p Morrisons & Sainsbury's Swad 154.9p Texaco Ashby Road, Most others are 159.9p or above
⛽ Diesel
Available at:
Spotted cheaper fuel locally? Let us know and we’ll include it in next week’s Burton Fuel Watch. |
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Bank Holiday Monday 25th May
☀️ Daytime EventsThe Monday Club - Remote working and networking at The Brewhouse Arts Centre (Weekly) Stacey Lynn at Isabel's, Station Street Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Tuesday 26th May
🎸 Live Music English & Irish Traditional Music at the Alfred, Derby Street
BACT Extra Time Hub for over 55s at Pirelli Stadium (Weekly)
Friday 29th May
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly) ☀️ Daytime EventsThe Brick People (Lego Event) at The Brewhouse
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Best regards, Chris Towland |
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