Elles Bailey Joins Star-Studded Milkfest 2026 Lineup

January 17, 2026 rocknews

Award-winning UK blues sensation Elles Bailey – crowned UK Blues Vocalist of the Year and a rising force far beyond the genre – has been announced as a special guest at Milkfest 2026, the one-day charity blues extravaganza returning to London’s Indigo at The O2 on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 2pm to 10pm.

Organised by English blues-rock band The Milk Men and promoted by Triple A Entertainment, Milkfest unites top British blues talent to raise vital funds and awareness for Dementia UK, the specialist nursing charity supporting families affected by dementia – a condition now impacting one in every two people in the UK as either sufferers or carers.

Elles Bailey’s addition is a major coup for the event. Already a Planet Rock radio host and one of the most admired voices on the scene, she brings her signature soulful power and storytelling to a bill packed with legends and rising stars.

“Elles is a bit of an all-round superstar, and we couldn’t be happier having her on the bill for Milkfest,” said organiser and The Milk Men guitarist Adam Norsworthy. “Her name is the icing on an already fabulous blues cake!”

Bailey added: “It’s an honour to be part of the Milkfest 2026 line-up alongside so many friends. I’m really looking forward to this very special event celebrating the wonderfully eclectic British blues scene, all in support of the incredible charity Dementia UK. Having experienced first-hand the devastation dementia can bring to the whole family, I’m proud to be able to support such an important cause and help raise awareness and vital funds by bringing people together through the power of music.”

Milkfest 2026 Confirmed Lineup

The event features an unbeatable mix of UK blues royalty, chart veterans, and award-winners:

Elles Bailey (special guest)
Chris Difford (Squeeze legend)
Climax Blues Band (blues-rock greats)
Brave Rival (UK Blues Band of the Year)
Alice Armstrong (UK Blues Vocalist of the Year)
Mississippi MacDonald (Acoustic Act of the Year)
Errol Linton (UK Blues Challenge Winner)
Hamish Stuart & Robbie McIntosh (Average White Band, Paul McCartney, Pretenders alumni)
The Milk Men (event hosts and founders)

More special guests – including surprise performers on the day – will be announced in the coming weeks.

The Indigo at The O2 will operate an exclusive all-day re-admission policy, allowing fans to come and go throughout the 8-hour event – perfect for grabbing food, drinks, or a breather while enjoying the music.

Why Milkfest Matters: Supporting Dementia UK

Dementia is the UK’s leading cause of death and a growing health crisis. Every three minutes, someone develops the progressive condition, devastating entire families. Dementia UK provides life-changing support through Admiral Nurses – specialist dementia nurses offering free advice via the national Helpline, face-to-face/virtual clinics, GP practices, hospitals, and care homes.

Milkfest 2025 (held in February 2025) raised over £8,000 for the Brain Tumour Charity. This year’s event continues the tradition of using music to make a real difference – with all profits going directly to Dementia UK.

Tickets & Event Details

Tickets are on sale now from:

AXS
Eventim
Ticketmaster
The O2 venue box office

General on-sale link: https://www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/milkfest-25 (note: this is the current link; check for 2026 updates or search “Milkfest 2026” on ticketing sites).

Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
Time: 2pm – 10pm
Venue: Indigo at The O2, Greenwich, London
Age: All ages welcome (check venue for under-14s policy)

About Milkfest

Founded in 2024 by The Milk Men, Milkfest is a passion project born from the UK blues community. Organised by guitarist Adam Norsworthy and promoted by Dennis Arnold and Triple A Entertainment, it celebrates the vibrant, eclectic British blues scene while delivering meaningful support to vital charities.

With its intimate yet high-energy venue, all-day access, and killer lineup, Milkfest 2026 promises to be one of the standout blues events of the year – and all for an incredibly important cause.

FAQs About Milkfest 2026 at Indigo at The O2

When and where is Milkfest 2026?

Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2pm–10pm at Indigo at The O2, London.

Who’s on the Milkfest 2026 lineup?

Elles Bailey, Chris Difford, Climax Blues Band, Brave Rival, Alice Armstrong, Mississippi MacDonald, Errol Linton, Hamish Stuart & Robbie McIntosh, The Milk Men (hosts), plus more TBA special guests.

What charity is Milkfest supporting in 2026?

Dementia UK – providing specialist Admiral Nurses to support families affected by dementia.

Are tickets still available?

Yes – on sale now via AXS, Eventim, Ticketmaster, and The O2. Grab them early for the best seats.

Is there re-admission at Indigo at The O2?

Yes – exclusive all-day re-admission policy so you can come and go as needed.

Don’t miss this powerful day of blues, soul, and rock in support of Dementia UK. With Elles Bailey leading a world-class lineup at one of London’s premier venues, Milkfest 2026 is set to be unforgettable – musically and meaningfully. Secure your tickets today and join the fight against dementia through the universal language of the blues.