About EdFest
Didcot's favourite free, family-friendly community festival — rooted in Edmonds Park and powered by the people of Didcot.
From Summer Fayre
to EdFest
EdFest began as the much-loved Didcot Summer Fayre, a community event that brought local people together in Edmonds Park for a day of stalls, entertainment and family fun. Building on that history, Mocky Khan took over the event with a clear ambition: to grow it, refresh it and turn it into something even bigger for Didcot.
The idea behind EdFest is simple — to showcase the very best of Didcot. It is about celebrating local people, local talent, local businesses, charities, community groups and organisations, all in one place. From live music and food stalls to family activities, dance performances, children's entertainment and community stands, EdFest is designed to be a festival where everyone feels welcome.
At its heart, EdFest is about bringing communities together. Didcot is growing, changing and full of energy, and EdFest gives people a reason to come out, connect, laugh, listen, dance, eat, explore and enjoy the town together.
EdFest 2026 is the next step in that journey. With more music, more stalls, more activities, more local involvement and a bigger festival feel, the event is expanding while keeping its community spirit at the centre. It is not just a day out — it is a celebration of Didcot, created by the community, for the community.
7+
Live Bands
50+
Stalls & Vendors
1,000s
Visitors Each Year
100%
Free Entry
How We Got Here
From a small community gathering to Didcot's biggest free festival.
Didcot Summer Fayre
What started as a small community gathering in Edmonds Park grew year on year into one of Didcot's most loved annual events — bringing families, local businesses and community groups together every summer.
A New Chapter
The event rebranded as EdFest — a name that celebrates Edmonds Park, the heart of Didcot. The new identity brought fresh energy while keeping everything that made the Summer Fayre so special.
EdFest 2026: Fun
This year's theme is simply Fun — a celebration of community, creativity and coming together. Bigger line-up, more stalls, more activities, and the same warm Didcot spirit that makes EdFest unique.
Our Values
Everything EdFest does is guided by these four principles.
Community First
EdFest exists for the people of Didcot and the surrounding area. Every decision we make puts the community at the centre.
Inclusive & Welcoming
Free entry for everyone. No barriers, no VIP sections — just a brilliant day out for families, friends and neighbours.
Celebrating Local Talent
From the bands on stage to the food vendors and stall holders — EdFest is a platform for local people to shine.
Rooted in Edmonds Park
Edmonds Park is the green heart of Didcot. EdFest is proud to call it home and to bring it to life every summer.
EdFest in Pictures
Real moments from real people — this is what EdFest looks like.
Event Details
Date
Saturday 1st August 2026
Save the date!
Location
Edmonds Park
Didcot, Oxfordshire
Admission
Completely Free
No tickets needed
Getting to Edmonds Park
Edmonds Park is located in the heart of Didcot, Oxfordshire. It's easily accessible by foot, bike, bus and car. Didcot Parkway railway station is a short walk away.
Ready to Join the Fun?
Whether you want to come along, apply for a stall, volunteer or sponsor EdFest — we'd love to have you involved.