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Free festival taking place on Winckley Square this weekend

Posted on - 15th August, 2024 - 6:00pm | Author - | Posted in - Eating & Drinking, Families & Kids, Music, Preston City Centre, What's On in Preston, Winckley Square
Winckley Square Festival banner hanging on the Gardens railings Pic: @friendsofwinckleysquare / Instagram
Winckley Square Festival will take place in the beautiful Gardens Pic: @friendsofwinckleysquare / Instagram

Winckley Square Festival is taking place this weekend.

Organised by Friends of Winckley Square, the free event is set to bring an afternoon of entertainment to the beautiful city centre gardens.

There will be aĀ pop up licensed bar, food stalls,Ā giant games,Ā circus skills and Talons Birds of Prey.

Live musicĀ andĀ performances will comeĀ from Priest Town Revival, Billy and the Biscuit Brothers, Sambfriq, Lee Richards, Alisia and Liam and Angie Mack.

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A Friends of Winckley Square spokesperson said: “Come along for a chill afternoon. You can bring your blanket and watch our local bands perform.

“It’s a chance to embrace the spirit of the local community and appreciate the beauty of Winckley Square.

“The event is for adults, kids, and everyone in between, so bring your friends and family and join us for lots of fun.”

Winckley Square Festival will take place on Saturday 17 August from 1pm to 7pm.

For more information, visit the Friends of Winckley Square website.

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