Organised by Milton Keynes City Council to coincide with the summer solstice, Midsummer Boulevard East will once again be transformed into a lively hub of music, arts, and family-friendly activities on 22 June from 10am. Inspired by themes of renewal, healing, and wellbeing, the festival will offer an engaging and dynamic experience for all.
“We’re delighted to bring the Midsummer Festival back this year after its incredible success in its first outing. The team is working on what promises to be an action-packed day with activities for everyone to enjoy. We want to do something really special this time out, so if you’re a local artist or have a creative mind, get in touch and help us put on another fantastic display.”- Cabinet Member for Economy, Culture and Innovation, Cllr Shanika Mahendran
This year’s programme promises an exciting blend of live music, street theatre, folklore-inspired art, and interactive workshops—all completely free to enjoy. Visitors can also treat themselves to an array of delicious street food throughout the day and into the evening, carefully curated by local favourite Sophie etc.
To accommodate the event, Midsummer Boulevard East will be closed to traffic, with diversion signs in place to guide motorists. Bus services will also operate from alternative stops outside The Point on Lower Tenth Street.
While the full schedule is still being finalised, highlights already confirmed include:
- Leap Then Look – A brand-new interactive art commission
- Bernadette Russell – A captivating storytelling performance reclaiming fairies as bold, punk-spirited guardians of the earth
- Wild Rumpus and the Pavilion of the Hopeful Sun – Hosting the magical ‘Ceremony of the Seed’
The city council is also inviting artists, creatives, and cultural organisations to submit proposals for a new commission to feature in the festival. Those interested can apply via the council’s website.
