Wainy Fest 2026

14/06/2026

🎤✨ A huge shoutout to all of our incredible performers who helped make the day so special! ✨🎤

From the first act to the last, the talent, energy and passion was simply amazing. You entertained the crowds, kept the atmosphere alive and created unforgettable moments for everyone who attended

Aidy Lee
Jenson
Paraffin Budgie
Doghouse
Aftershock Rockband
The 3 Yorkshireteers
Mark Greenshields
Sam Bragg Dj

14/06/2026

And to every business and individual who donated, promoted the event or lent a helping hand – we are incredibly grateful for your support

Tingley Athletic FC
Football Fun Factory
ARTIFACES Face painting & Body art
Tuff Shop
Jam Entertainment
True Security Solutions Ltd
Award Banners & Signs
Automated Industrial Robotics
Pawfection Retreat.
Divine PMU, Microblading & Eyelash Extension Specialist
BeautyWithin Aesthetics
Neat Needles Tattoo Studio

Please join us in showing them some love by checking out their pages, supporting their businesses and giving them a well-deserved thank you in the comments 👏

Thank you all! 💚💙

14/06/2026

We want to take a moment to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our amazing sponsors, food vendors, local businesses and supporters who helped make the event such a success 💚💙

Events like this simply wouldn’t be possible without the generosity, hard work and commitment shown by everyone involved. Whether you sponsored the event, donated prizes, provided delicious food and refreshments, volunteered your time or supported us behind the scenes, your contribution made a real difference.

To all of our sponsors – thank you for believing in what we’re doing and helping us bring the community together

GME Group
B&K Systems
A. Davies Transport Ltd
Kenneth Howley Transport Ltd
Elm Building Services
Future Roof Leeds
D&M Construction

To our fantastic food vendors – thank you for keeping everyone fed and fuelled throughout the day

Blue Marlin wakefield
All Fired Up Pizza Yorkshire
Spiral Fries
Braeside Bakes
Chai + Coco
Giovanni’s Ices

Please join us in showing them some love by checking out their pages, supporting their businesses and giving them a well-deserved thank you in the comments 👏

Thank you all! 💚💙

14/06/2026

What can we say other than… WOW! 🤩

Yesterday was absolutely amazing. The weather may not have been on our side, but it certainly didn’t stop us from having a fantastic day.

A huge congratulations to Team Jimmy, who beat Team Jonny in a thrilling 5–4 victory in the charity football match! 🏆⚽

Special congratulations also go to:
⭐ Man of the Match: Graham Marchant
⭐ Best All Round Player: Barney Cook

A massive thank you to everyone who played, volunteered, donated and came along to support. You all helped make the day such a memorable success!

🎟️ Prize Draw Winners 🎉

£150 Philip Anthony Photography Voucher – Karris Brearley
£150 Philip Anthony Photography Voucher – Kathryn Rees
Framed Signed Wakefield Trinity Shirt – Barbara Fothergill
Divine Tropic Facial – Jenny Hicks
7-Night Dog Stay at Pawfection Retreat – Glyn Humphreys
Family Ticket for Leeds Knights Ice Hockey – John Ashmore
7-in-1 Hydro-Dermabrasion Luxury Facial – Carol Brooking
Carbon Facial Voucher – Faye Wilde
£30 Tattoo Voucher – Susan Clegg
Champagne – Katie Schofield

Congratulations to all our winners! 🥳 Please get in touch with Debi Howard to arrange collection of your prize.

If you have any photos from the day, we’d love to see them! 📸 Please share them on social media and make sure to tag us so we can relive all the amazing moments💚💙

06/06/2026

🎉⚽ ONLY 1 WEEK TO GO UNTIL WAINY FEST 2026! ⚽🎉

The countdown is on – in just 7 days' time we'll be coming together for an incredible day of football, fun, entertainment and fundraising as we celebrate the memory of James & Jonathan Wainwright.

This is going to be a fantastic charity event filled with great people, great atmosphere and plenty of activities for all ages.

🏆 Football
🎶 Entertainment
🍔 Food & Refreshments
🎈 Family Fun
❤️ Supporting a great cause

Thank you to everyone who has supported Wainy Fest 2026 – we can't wait to welcome you all next Saturday and make it a day to remember! ⚽🎉💚💙

🚨 Please note - Wainy Fest 2026 is a ticket only event and all tickets have now been sold. Entry on the day will be for ticket holders only 🚨

22/05/2026

📢 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE DAY – WAINY FEST 2026 💚💙

Not long to go now! Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the big day:

📅 Date: Saturday 13th June 2026
📍 Location: Tingley Athletic FC, Common Lane, East Ardsley, WF3 2EG
⏰ Gates open: 11:30am
🕚 Event ends: 11:30pm

⚽ The charity football match kicks off the day at 12pm, with live music starting from 2pm and continuing throughout the afternoon and evening.

🚗 Parking information:
Please note that due to the location of the venue, there will be no parking available on site. We kindly ask that everyone is respectful of our neighbours when parking nearby.

🎟️ Entry and wristbands:
All guests must show their ticket on arrival and will then be given a wristband. Please note: no wristband, no service at the bar or food vendors.

🍺 Venue rules:
No alcohol is permitted to be brought into the venue and strictly no glass is allowed on site. As this is a football venue, we cannot risk broken glass being left on the pitches or surrounding areas.

We can’t wait to welcome you all for an amazing day of football, live music, food, drinks, entertainment and fundraising for the amazing St George's Crypt, Leeds

21/05/2026

🚨🚨 WAINY FEST 2026 IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! 🚨🚨

We are absolutely overwhelmed by the amount of support we’ve had for this event. Every ticket has been sold and we honestly can’t thank you all enough ❤️

The countdown is officially on — only 23 days to go until we all come together for what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable day. 🙌

To everyone coming along, get ready… Wainy Fest 2026 is going to be amazing 🎶🍻☀️

20/05/2026

🍔 FOOD VENDORS CONFIRMED FOR WAINY FEST 2026! 🍔

Wainy Fest isn’t just about amazing live music and entertainment… we’ve also got some fantastic food vendors joining us for the day! 😍👇

From festival favourites and tasty street food to sweet treats and snacks, there’ll be something for everyone to enjoy while soaking up the atmosphere 🎶

Blue Marlin wakefield 🐟
Spiral Fries 🍟
Waggon and Horses Wood Fired Pizza 🍕
Braeside Bakes 🧁
Chai + Coco ☕
Giovanni’s Ices 🍦

Whether you’re grabbing a bite between the charity football match and live music, or enjoying food and drinks with friends and family throughout the day, we’ve got you covered! 🍔🍻

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — don’t miss out!

18/05/2026

🎶🔥 THE WAINY FEST 2026 LIVE MUSIC LINE UP IS HERE! 🔥🎶

We’re excited to announce the fantastic live artists who will be performing at Wainy Fest 2026 👇

🎤 Aidy Lee - Original ukulele led tunes with an indie acoustic edge, inspired by the likes of The Libertines, Bob Dylan and Ren!

🎤 Jenson Day - Amazing vocalist performing rock and pop classics!

🎤 Paraffin Budgie - Big riffs. Big energy. Rocked up anthems you won’t see coming!

🎤 Doghouse – Three piece band delivering classic heavy rock anthems!

🎤 Aftershock Rockband - High energy 80s covers band bringing iconic hits and rock guitar classics!

🎤 The 3 Yorkshireteers - Yorkshire’s finest boyband bringing tunes and banter!

🎤 Dead Ringer for Loaf - Mark Greenshields — award winning Meat Loaf tribute artist!

🎤 Beyond Grooves - 90s house music DJ duo featuring Sam Bragg Dj!

⚽ The charity football match kicks the day off at 12pm, with LIVE MUSIC starting from 2pm and continuing throughout the day and into the evening! 🎸🍻

Get ready for an incredible atmosphere packed with live entertainment, food, drinks, family fun and unforgettable performances all in memory of James and Jonathan Wainwright 💚💙

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss out - only a few remain! Plus, every adult ticket purchased will be entered into a prize draw for the chance to win some fantastic prizes. Use the link below to get yours now!

https://www.skiddle.com/e/41486021

17/05/2026

🚨 YOUR WAINY FEST TICKET COULD WIN YOU MORE THAN JUST A GREAT DAY OUT! 🚨

Don't forget - every adult ticket purchased for Wainy Fest 2026 will automatically be entered into our amazing prize draw! 🙌

Some of the incredible prizes up for grabs include:

🏉 Framed signed Wakefield Trinity shirt
💆 Tropic Facial from Divine PMU, Microblading & Eyelash Extension Specialist
🐾 7 night dog stay at Pawfection Retreat.
🏒 Family ticket for Leeds Knights Ice Hockey
💆Hydro Dermabrasion Luxury Facial from BeautyWithin Aesthetics
💉 £30 gift voucher for Neat Needles Tattoo Studio

And there may be even more prizes to come… 👀

Don’t miss out on a brilliant day packed with live music, entertainment, food, family fun and the chance to win some fantastic prizes, all while supporting an amazing cause St George's Crypt, Leeds❤️

🎫 Get your tickets here 👇now to be in with a chance to win!

An unforgettable charity music festival celebrating the lives of James and Jonathan Wainwright, raising funds for St George's Crypt.