Chiddfest 2026 Battle of the Bands - apply to perform

Battle of the Bands is coming to Chiddfest 2026

A lucky five acts will all perform at the festival and have the opportunity to be crowned the winner by the crowd (and win a bit of cash).

Applications are open now until 31 January 2026.

You don't have to be based in Sussex, but obviously you'd need to be able to perform at the festival in Chiddingly during the afternoon of Friday 24 July 2026.

Just complete the form below to apply now

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