Love to be… Festival Returns to The Stray in Harrogate This September
Legendary house music brand Love to be… returns to Harrogate on Saturday 5th September 2026 for another full-scale open-air celebration at The Stray. Following the success of previous editions, the festival returns with an expanded vision, three stages, enhanced production and a phase one lineup that spans generations of house music culture, with more headliners still to be confirmed.
Set across the Stray Stage, Music Factory and a dedicated VIP stage, the 2026 edition brings together global headliners, underground favourites and live performers across a day and night of music in one of the UK’s most striking parkland settings.
Leading the phase one lineup on the Stray Stage are Defected’s leading lady Sam Divine, soulful house royalty Julie McKnight performing live, and house music heavyweight David Penn. They are joined by Mousse T, Trimtone, DJ Cash Only, Janika Tenn and Keexx, delivering a wide spectrum of modern and classic house energy. Additional headliners will be announced in the coming months.
The Music Factory stage pays tribute to Love to be’s house music heritage. Todd Terry, Gok Wan and K-Klass (Live) lead the charge, with Grant Nelson, Paul Taylor and Tom Wainwright adding further depth. Support comes from Dale Castell, Aimee, Sinclair and Bongo Dave, creating a stage built around timeless house culture and dancefloor connection.
The VIP stage features a funkyLove takeover, offering a more intimate and immersive experience. Jetboot Jack, NRK featuring Nikki Belle (Live), and Love to be founder Tony Walker headline, alongside Stuart Pilling, Scott Harris, Mr Jones, Marmajam, Bri Buckle, Keexx, Sinclair, Joshua Brookes, EmiYuu and live sax from Sarah Sax Player. VIP ticket holders can expect a premium bar, upgraded facilities, dedicated entry and exclusive performances throughout the day.
Love to be… began in Sheffield in 1994 and remains one of the UK’s longest-running and most respected house music brands. Three decades on, it continues to unite generations through carefully curated events, a global touring schedule, radio output and label activity, while staying rooted in the values that built the scene.
The Stray, one of Harrogate’s most recognisable landmarks, offers 200 acres of open green space at the heart of the town. For one day only, it transforms into a purpose-built festival site complete with a food village, fairground rides, entertainers, performers, and an immersive audio-visual production.
With more major names still to be revealed in an already incredible lineup and guaranteed up-for-it crowds, Love to be… Festival 2026 is ready to serve up the best, uplifting tunes and unmissable atmosphere, as one of the UK’s longest-standing House music brands goes from strength to strength.
Tickets are on sale now via Skiddle, with a range of General Entry and VIP options available, including flexible payment plans, group offers and upgraded VIP experiences. Demand is already high, with multiple tiers sold out, and limited remaining allocations available across both ticket types.
Love to be… is getting even bigger in 2026, embracing its roots whilst looking firmly to the scene’s future.
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