Ruckus Festival is set to reclaim its spot as one of Plymouth’s standout summer events, returning to Brickfields on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th July 2026, the two day event promises a high energy weekend of live music, local food, and family-friendly entertainment.

Proudly organised by Plymouth Albion Rugby Club and Live Sound Promotions, Ruckus is a festival built in Plymouth by local people, reinforcing its deep community roots while bringing major event experiences directly to the city.

A High Octane Friday Night Built on Proven Demand

Friday night at Ruckus is shaping up to be a major highlight, packed with heavy hitting tribute acts that have previously sold out venues across Plymouth. Designed for alternative rock, emo, and nu-metal fans, the Friday lineup features:

  • L1NKN P4RK – The Linkin Park Experience
  • Foo Fighterz UK
  • Ten Years Too Late
  • Stiff Bizkit

Saturday Headlined by Chart Toppers The Hoosiers

Saturday continues the momentum with an eclectic billing led by UK chart favourites The Hoosiers. Best known for their multi-platinum No.1 album The Trick To Life and massive hit singles Worried About Ray and Goodbye Mr A, the headliners lead a diverse day of indie, punk, blues, and glam rock.

The Saturday lineup also features:

  • Liam C: The rising independent DIY artist currently sitting in Spotify’s Top 10 Viral chart, boasting over 150,000 TikTok followers and millions of views worldwide.
  • rePunK’d & The Busketeers: Returning crowd favourites following standout, high energy performances at the 2025 festival.
  • Slady: The world’s only all female Slade tribute act, bringing iconic glam rock energy.
  • Andy Quick, The Captain’s Beard, and Vince Lee & Sophie Lord, rounding out a dynamic day of live music.

More Than Just Music: A Full Festival Experience

Alongside the stellar music lineup, Ruckus Festival offers something for music lovers of all ages. Attendees can look forward to:

  • Food & Drink: A wide range of local food vendors and festival bars.
  • VIP Experiences: Premium matchday-style upgrades operated by The Treasury Plymouth.
  • Family Fun: A dedicated kids’ fun zone and additional entertainment elements to be revealed soon.

“Ruckus is a festival built by local people for the Plymouth community. We are thrilled to bring a lineup of this caliber to Brickfields, blending massive national names with incredible regional talent to create an unforgettable summer weekend.”

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