Madness set to return to Haydock Park Racecourse in 2026

Madness, will be making a triumphant return to Haydock Park Racecourse next July promising an unforgettable evening of live music after racing.

Their catalogue of hits includes timeless favourites such as ‘Baggy Trousers’, ‘It Must Be Love’, ‘Driving In My Car’, ‘Our House’ and ‘House of Fun’, are guaranteed to have the crowd singing and dancing all night long. 

Throughout their career Madness have achieved one UK Official Charts No.1 album, 10 UK Top Ten albums, 15 Top 10 singles, and numerous accolades, including an Ivor Novello Award in 2000 from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors for Outstanding Song Collection. 

Simon Tonge, General Manager at Haydock Park Racecourse, said:

“We can’t wait to welcome Madness back to Haydock Park. They’re one of those rare bands that bring every generation together, their live shows are full of atmosphere, humour and joy. It’s going to be a fantastic summer evening that Haydock won’t forget in a hurry.” 

Madness last performed at Haydock Park back in 2022, when a bumper crowd of more than 15,000 people turned out the see them live. 

Already on the bill for music after racing next summer is Tom Grennan, who was announced earlier this month as a headliner after racing on Saturday 20th June 2026. 

Fans are encouraged to secure tickets early as this promises to be one of the standout live music events of the summer at Haydock Park Racecourse.  

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