Thaxted Festival 2017

Thank you to all our performers, audiences and supporters for making Thaxted Festival 2017 such a success. Over four weekends from 23 June to 16 July we were proud to present a wide and varied range of music-making: symphonies, concertos, chamber music, soloists, and jazz instrumental and vocal music, from artists at the top of their profession. In addition we ran a successful outreach programme with local primary schools and held an exciting Family Concert for all ages. For reflections on this year’s season, click below to read Artistic Director Gareth Stainer’s thoughts as he retires after 20 years in this role.

Read the 2017 Festival Reflections >

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Details of our 2018 season will be announced early in the year, but Members of our Thaxted Music Lovers supporters’ scheme receive information on events in advance of the public, and benefit from priority booking and other privileges.

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Thaxted Parish Church has been described as the finest parish church in the country and provides the perfect venue for the Thaxted Festival. The town itself offers hospitality and refreshment, and many scenic picnic opportunities, so that there is nowhere better to enjoy a summer evening of music!​

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2017 concerts

See full details of our 2017 concerts along with photos & videos of the performers. Read more >

Music Lovers

Join our Music Lovers scheme and get exclusive benefits including priority booking. Read more >

Booking info

 All you need to know about securing your place at this year's Thaxted Festival. Read more >

"We really loved the two days of the Festival we were able to attend."

"The music was outstanding and we were made hugely welcome."

"2016 felt a fitting centenary festival. Thank you so much for making it happen!"