Madness to headline Sussex festival this Summer

Madness will headline the On The Beach festival in Brighton on Friday, 24 July 2026. The legendary British band, often called the "Nutty Boys," will perform a special show titled Madrophenia, featuring a setlist of their greatest hits on the iconic Brighton seafront.

Madness Performance Details

• Date: Friday, 24 July 2026.
• Time: The event runs from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with the last entry at 6:00 PM.
• Support Acts: Madness will be joined by David Rodigan and the Hot 8 Brass Band.
• Venue Features: The main area in front of the stage will be covered with flooring. There is a dedicated VIP area with an upper deck and a ground-floor lounge. 

On The Beach 2026 Festival Lineup

The festival spans multiple dates in July 2026 with various major headliners: 

• Fatboy Slim: Performing three shows, including one on Friday, 17 July.
• The Maccabees: Headlining on Saturday, 25 July.
• Moby: Headlining on Sunday, 26 July for his first Brighton show in 25 years.
• Other Acts: The Human League, Marc Almond, and Toyah are also scheduled to perform as part of the concert series on 25 July. 

Ticket and Entry Information

• Availability: Tickets went on general sale on 5 February 2026. As of early February, fewer than 4% of tickets remained on primary platforms like Skiddle.
• Age Restrictions: The event is for those aged 16 and over. Attendees aged 16 or 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Entry Requirements: Some general entry tickets require arrival before 3:00 PM or 4:00 PM to avoid a late entry fee.
• Accessibility: A limited number of free Personal Assistant (PA) tickets are available through ticket agents like Skiddle. Accessible access is available for the VIP Lounge area.