Whether you're looking to try something new, enjoy a day out with loved ones or simply soak up the summer atmosphere, Stafford has plenty to offer. We've put together a selection of events taking place this summer to help you plan your perfect day out.

 

Digbeth Dining Club Summer Residency

📍 McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands, Cannock📅 Running weekly from 2nd July to 31st August (Thursday–Sunday + Bank Holiday Monday)

The legendary Digbeth Dining Club is back in Cannock for a massive summer-long food takeover! Operating weekly from midday until late, they are transforming Car Park F (accessible between Tommy Hilfiger & Reiss) into a street food paradise. Expect a rotating lineup of the UK's very best independent food traders serving up incredible dishes alongside craft drinks. It's the ultimate way to reward yourself after a spot of summer shopping!

Derrington Music Festival

📍 Little Croft, Long Lane, Derrington, Stafford📅 Friday 17th July & Saturday 18th July

Get ready for a brilliant weekend packed with live music, great vibes, and summer festival fun just on the outskirts of Stafford. This family-friendly tribute festival features amazing local acts alongside top-tier tribute headliners covering the sounds of Queen, Madness, and The Killers. With plenty of food stalls, bars, and a full festival atmosphere, it’s a local highlight you won’t want to miss! Tickets start from £22.

Charity Tractor Run

📍The Cock Inn, Hanbury hill, Burton Upon Trent📅 Saturday 18th July - 12:00PM

All vehicles welcome, £10 per vehicle on arrival, TLC Farm Shop XL Sausage Roll Eating Competition, Live music from 4pm, BBQ 12-7 (weather permitting), restaurant open as usual.

Bat Walk at The Wolseley Centre

📍 The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge📅 Friday 24th July - 20:45PM

Staffordshire Bat Group invite you to join a walk around the Wolseley Grounds in search of bats and immerse yourself in the after dark wonders or our native nocturnal wildlife. Please note that the proceeds of this walk are divided equally between Staffordshire Bat Group and Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. Children must be always supervised by a responsible adult.

Hednesford Park Outdoor Big Bounce

📍 Hednesford Park, Cannock 📅 Wednesday 19th August - 11:00AM to 4:00PM

Looking for a way to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays? The Big Bounce is returning to Hednesford Park for a massive day of inflatable fun! The event features giant bouncy castles, mega slides, obstacle courses, a surfboard simulator, and a summer soundtrack provided by a live DJ. It is £5 per hour for "pay as you play" wristbands, or you can buy discounted full-day passes online.

Penkridge Open Air Festival

📍 Penkridge Open Air, Stafford📅 Friday 28th August to Sunday 30th August

If you are looking for a lively bank holiday plan, Penkridge Open Air is bringing a massive weekend of live music and tributes to Stafford. Set in the beautiful open-air grounds, it’s a brilliant way to spend the late August weekend dancing to your favourite anthems with local food vendors and bars close to hand. 

Woolpack Outdoor Summer Music Festival

📍The Woolpack, Weston, Stafford📅 Sunday 30th August - 13:00PM

Join The Woolpack for their annual full day of live music, inflatables, facepainting and BBQ. Festival themed day so take your bucket hats! Inflatable: £10 per wristband. No ticket needed - however they do ask that you if would like drinks you kindly use their pub to support the cost of the event.

Penkridge Street Food Social

📍 Penkridge Market, Stafford📅 Thursday 3rd September - 17:00PM

The return of Penkridge Street Food Social. Delicious street food and bars with cool music, friendly faces and a warm welcome. Free entry, families welcome. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome too. 

 

There is nothing quite like a British summer when the sun decides to shine, and our local community is putting on an incredible show this year. Support local vendors, enjoy the great outdoors, and make some brilliant memories. From family-friendly park days to late-night music festivals, Stafford and Cannock are truly buzzing. Be sure to bookmark this page so you don't miss out on any of the dates!