Everything you need to know about Maggie’s Fest 2024

Bands Eden, Creakin’ Gates, and Scousers from Peru will be among the live acts performing for the first time this year.

The new acts will join the musical line-up for this year’s Maggie’s Fest, with just a month to go to the now-annual event.

And the entertainment is on top of a host of family-friendly activities for the festival being held at Brimstage Farm, Wirral on Saturday, September 7, including great new games like giant football darts and farmyard croquet, a barrel ride adventure, and a new outdoor play area.

Around 1,300 people attended the inaugural event last year, raising a staggering £15,000 for the cancer charity which offers support for people with the disease and their families.

Centre fundraiser Sarah Burgess says this year’s Maggie’s Fest looks set to be better than ever.

She says: “Maggie’s Fest 2023 was a huge success for us.  We were able to bring the local community together for an affordable family fun day, with fantastic opportunities for local performers and business owners, as well as raise funds and awareness for Maggie’s so we can continue to support people with cancer.

“We welcomed people from all over Merseyside and Cheshire and we are hoping we can do the same again this year.”

Sarah adds: “We truly appreciate Jo, Rob, and the Brimstage staff for all their support. And we can’t wait to host this incredible event again.

“We hope it will be even bigger and better than last year!’’

Kathy Wright, centre head, adds: “We were overwhelmed with how many people attended the 2023 event and we are extremely thankful to Brimstage for continuing to support Maggie’s in this way. 

“We’re currently supporting 78% of the local population of newly-diagnosed people with cancer, along with people currently living with and beyond cancer. The support from Maggie’s Fest and Brimstage Farm will mean we can continue to make a significant difference to those who need us most.”

Where is Maggie’s Fest?

Maggie’s Fest is being held at Brimstage Farm, Brimstage Road, Wirral.

When is it being held?

The second Maggie’s Fest is being held on Saturday, September 7, from 12 noon until late!

Live entertainment

Eden, Creakin’ Gates, and Scousers from Peru will be joined by Mike Ryan, Kirsty Murphy, Ava Fitzsimmons, Alan Landrum, and the Pop Vox Choir. There will be dance performances from The Victoria Academy, ExtravaDance, and Freedom Dance Studios.

Family activities

There will be tons of stuff for kids – and older kids – to do, including the chance to venture into the amazing Brimstage Farm Maze and have a great time in the indoor play barn. There’ll be the new farmyard croquet and giant football darts, as well as a climbing wall, giant jumping pillows, archery, crazy golf, a zip line, pedal go-karts, face painting, hair braiding, body/face glitter, and more.

Stalls

More than 20 local business owners will have stalls on the day selling everything from jewellery to dog treats; and there’ll be local artists selling their art work from crocheted goods and macrame, clothing and pottery.

Fab food and drink

There’ll be food and drink from a host of independent businesses with ice cream, waffles, milkshakes and brownies, loaded hot dogs, burgers, nachos, and more – as well as hot and cold drinks. Plus, you can always take a blanket, fill the wicker hamper, and have your own picnic.

How much are tickets?

It’s £13 for adults (16+), and £7 for children aged 4-15. Kids aged 3 and under are FREE. Ther4 are also family tickets available for 2 adults and 2 children for £30 (so that’s a saving of £10).

Maggie’s would love people to get tickets (which include all activities on the farm) in advance, but you will be able to pay at the gate.

Book your tickets here.

Can I bring my dog?

Sadly no. Brimstage Farm is a dog-free site so unfortunately your furry friends have to stay at home.

Is there parking?

There is, plenty of it – and all for free.

If you, or anyone you know, needs support from Maggie’s you can call, email, or just drop in – there’s no appointment needed or referral required.

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