Three Rivers Music Festival has unveiled the next wave of artists set to appear at its 2026 edition, returning to Durrants Farm in Porchfield from Friday 29th to Sunday 31st May.
The latest announcement continues to build momentum for the Isle of Wight’s independent, community-led festival, bringing together nationally respected acts, emerging talent and locally rooted projects.
Newly announced artists include Mungo’s Hi Fi featuring Aziza Jaye (ex Nubian Twist), Mista Trick Collective, Mike Freear (Slamboree DJ set), SAX RAPS n WAX (Mr Woodnote and Too Many Ts), The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience, The Scribes, The Bohemians, The Ohmz, and a special collaborative set from Jethro Eli, JB and Nino Marley.
The additions reinforce Three Rivers’ reputation for genre-blending line-ups that span reggae, hip-hop, live electronica, funk and bass-driven sounds, all with a strong emphasis on live performance and energy.
Community Stage
The festival has also revealed the full line-up for its Community Stage, a platform dedicated to showcasing Island and grassroots artists.
Performers announced include Kindred Found, Free Ravens, Romy Helen, Daysi and Luca, Ulterior Motives, Emily Bowden, Monty and the Anywhens, Witches Promise and Sun Drum Forest, highlighting the depth and diversity of talent emerging from the Isle of Wight music scene.
Large-scale creative project
Alongside music programming, Three Rivers continues to expand its community-focused projects. For 2026, the festival has partnered with Island schools and community groups on a large-scale creative project sponsored by Jewson.
Participating groups will be provided with wooden art boards to decorate, which will then form the walls of the Community Village area on site. The initiative invites young people and local groups to leave a visible mark on the festival, turning the site itself into a collaborative artwork and celebrating creativity across the Island.
New DJ competition
The festival has also announced a new DJ competition offering emerging selectors the chance to open the Woodland Stage each night. DJs aged 16 and over are invited to apply via the Three Rivers website, with six finalists selected to compete in a live final at Quay Arts Centre on Friday 4th April.
The final will begin at 6pm and is free to attend, with tickets available online or in person from Quay Arts. Finalists will be judged by local promoters from Pressure, Beats on Tap and Shack Promotions, with the event billed as a warm-up party ahead of the festival itself.
Volunteer at the festival
Three Rivers Music Festival remains a volunteer-led event and is now calling for volunteer stewards to help deliver the 2026 weekend.
In exchange for two six-hour shifts, volunteers will receive a free weekend ticket and a meal voucher, with roles offering a behind-the-scenes look at how the festival comes together.
A welcoming, accessible alternative
With half-term dates, affordable ticket pricing and a growing programme that places community at its core, Three Rivers Music Festival continues to position itself as a welcoming, accessible alternative to larger commercial events.
Tickets are on sale now, DJ competition entries and volunteer applications are open, and further announcements will follow in the coming months.
More information can be found on the Three Rivers Music Festival website.
News shared by Ben on behalf of the Three Rivers Music Festival. Ed
