Henley Festival
Henley Festival

Our 2025 Floating Stage Headliners

Henley Festival Headline Performers 2025!

    Wednesday 9th July  – Diana Ross
Opening this year’s Henley Festival is the legendary Diana Ross. For the first time ever, Ms. Ross will be accompanied by the grandeur of the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, surrounding her legendary voice in a world of splendor, love, and music. This unforgettable evening will feature a full orchestra of timeless hits, including Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, Stop! In the Name of Love, Upside Down, I’m Coming Out, and many more.

Thursday 10th July – McFly
Beloved band McFly take to The Floating Stage, playing hits from their breakthrough single Five Colours in Her Hair to 2023’s full-force rock album Power to Play. The past 21 years has seen the band score seven number one singles, seven Top 10 albums, multiple platinum certifications and a Brit Award for Best British Pop.

 Ellie Sax in Pure Heaven – 9th & 10th July
Following her captivating Floating Stage show last year, we’re thrilled to welcome back world-renowned saxophonist Ellie Sax to Pure Heaven on Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Friday 11th July – Rick Astley
Rick Astley needs little introduction – his era-defining classic Never Gonna Give You Up topped charts the world over and catapulted the young Lancastrian on a journey that would encompass eight consecutive UK Top 10 hits and 40 million sales. His latest album, Are We There Yet?, was released in 2023, peaking at number two on the UK album chart. In his only show this year, Rick will be bringing his big band for an upbeat, moving and fun swing set.

Followed by Jo Whiley’s Festival Anthems in Pure Heaven
As the sun goes down on Friday evening, one of the UK’s most influential radio DJs, Jo Whiley, will fill Pure Heaven with festival anthems for late-night revellers.

Saturday 12th July – Hacienda Classical – A celebration of club classics
The mind-blowing musical experience Hacienda Classical joins us for Saturday night, combining the spirit of the club with the timeless sounds of classic dance tracks. Carefully curated by Graeme Park and brought to life by the power of the Manchester Camerata Orchestra, alongside vocalists and special guests, these iconic reinterpretations of floor-filling dance anthems never fail to deliver an electrifying experience.

Sunday 13th July – Matteo Bocelli & Jamie Cullum
Global music sensation Matteo Bocelli will take to the stage as part of his European 2025 tour Summer Nights. Son and sometimes collaborator of renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli, Bocelli has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages. Following the success of his debut album Matteo, he continues to forge his own genre, a classically inspired take on contemporary pop.

Closing the Festival is globally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Jamie Cullum, known for his unique blend of jazz, pop, and rock. Most famous for his dynamic stage presence and prodigious musical talent, Cullum first came to prominence with his major label breakthrough Twentysomething, who’s multi-million sales make it one of the UK’s best-selling albums of all time.

General Public booking from 10am on Thursday 6th February.
Friends priority booking dates as follows:

Patrons – Monday 27th January, 10am
Platinum Friends – Thursday 30th January, 10am
Gold Friends – Friday 31st January, 10am
Silver Friends – Monday 3rd February, 10am
Bronze Friends – Tuesday 4th February, 10am
General Public – Thursday 6th February, 10am

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FESTIVAL TIPS

ARRIVE EARLY

There’s so much to experience at the Festival it’s worth being ready to go when the gates open at 5pm.

DIG OUT YOUR BEST FROCK

You can never be overdressed at Henley!

FOOD & DRINK

DRINK WITH A VIEW

Head to the Moet Champagne lawn for a glass of fizz and an amazing view of the river.

HUNGRY?

All our non-bookable restaurants are open throughout the evening and are less busy during the floating stage concert.

YOUR VISIT

WHAT SHALL I WEAR?

The Festival has a black tie dress code.

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

The car park opens at 4pm, Festival gates open at 5pm.

DO I NEED A WRISTBAND?

Wristbands will be given out at the Festival gates upon presentation of a valid ticket.

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