English Music Greats Headline Charity Music Festival at The O2

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English music legends like Chris Difford of Squeeze and members of Paul McCartney’s band and The Pretenders are set to perform at Milkfest, a charity music festival at The O2 to support Dementia UK.

English Music Greats to Perform at Milkfest 2026

English music icons are coming together to headline Milkfest, a charity music festival set to take place at The O2 in London on March 1st. The lineup includes renowned artists like Chris Difford of Squeeze, members of Paul McCartney’s band, and The Pretenders, among others.

Chris Difford of Squeeze

Chris Difford, a legendary member of the band Squeeze, will close the show at Milkfest. He expressed his excitement about the event, stating, 'I’m overjoyed to be asked to perform with my band at Milkfest. I very much hope to see you at the Indigo, O2 to help us raise funds and awareness for Dementia UK.'

The Climax Blues Band and More

In addition to Chris Difford, the Climax Blues Band, known for hits like 'Couldn’t Get It Right,' will also be performing at the festival. The lineup will feature a variety of award-winning contemporary British blues bands, including Brave Rival and Alice Armstrong.

The Milk Men - Festival Organizers

Milkfest is organized by the acclaimed British blues rock band The Milk Men, with guitarist Adam Norsworthy leading the efforts. Norsworthy expressed his delight in curating a diverse lineup of acts for the festival, emphasizing equal stage time for all performers.

Supporting Dementia UK

Milkfest '26 aims to raise funds and awareness for Dementia UK, a specialist dementia nursing charity. Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia, making it a pressing health crisis. The event will support Admiral Nurses who provide vital advice and support to those affected by dementia.

Get Your Tickets

Tickets for Milkfest '26 will go on sale on September 5th and can be purchased from the venue or various ticketing platforms like AXS, Eventim, and Ticketmaster. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy live music while supporting a crucial cause.

Published on 29 July 2025 by UKFG

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