Saturday 23rd
Here are all the fantastic acts you can expect to see on Saturday 23rd at Festival In The Gardens 2026.
Gates open from 11am - 10:30pm
ADC DANCE
ADC Dance & Fitness are a small independent school with our very own dance studio located in between Rayne and Great Notley.
We are a registered school with exam boards IDT and NPAA, we offer students the opportunity to take a variety of graded and performance based exams throughout the year as well as offering our students the chance to perform in shows and local events such as ‘Festival in the Garden’, Braintree Carnival, And a whole selection of village and school fetes.
Fraser Morgan
Fraser Morgan; a rapidly up and coming Folk-Punk/Singer-Songwriter who’s known for their relentless gigging and for bringing to the stage high levels of passion, energy, and showmanship.
Whether he's playing solo or with his band “Fraser Morgan and the Great Catastrophes”, Fraser keeps the crowd on their toes and captivated, delivering a performance that is often compared to the likes of Ren, Frank Turner and Jamie T.
Pulse
Pulse is an Essex pop-punk rock band that’s taking the local music scene by storm with their high-energy performances and catchy anthems. Formed in October 2023, Pulse blends the infectious hooks of pop-punk with the raw spirit of rock, creating a sound that’s fresh, fearless, and impossible to ignore. After a well received response last year we're please to have Pulse back for a second year!
Vocal Reflections Choir
Vocal Reflections are a fun rock, pop and soul community choir based in Great Leighs, near Chelmsford in Essex.
We love singing together and love to share our music with the community at festivals, fund raisers and just about anywhere to anyone who cares to listen and sing along!
Our choice of music is varied! From Elvis to Ed Sheeran, The Beatles to Coldplay, and anything in between!
We don't feel the need to read music so, whatever your age - 18 or 118, come and spend a couple of hours a week with some good friends and share in some enthusiastic singing!
Paul Malianga
& Friends
If Zimbabwean flare is your thing then look no further. Front man Paul Malianga is an old skool legend influenced by Soul, Blues, Jazz, Rock & reggae will be performing on stage in Braintree with his diverse band of local talented musicans, Zimbabwean percussionist & special guests 'Vocal Reflections Choir'
It's going to be a fun, full stage at the gardens!
Tom Braggins Trio
Live Funk & Soul Trio hailing from Hertford - The Tom Braggings Trio are back for yet another year of stonkingly funky riffs. Fronted by the super talented Tom Braggins with support from equally talented Chris Eldred on Keys / Bass and Phil Haines on drums.
Providing you with memorable funk & soul tunes with vocal acrobats like Stevie Wonder and the tone of Jamie Cullum all accompanied by the tightest playing you'll ever hear. There's a reason these boys are back again
AMY vs ADELE
If you’re looking for an outstanding tribute to Adele, Katie Wilson delivers a stunning vocal performance with an uncanny likeness to the iconic singer. Performing hits from all of Adele’s multi-platinum albums, Katie and her live band promise an unforgettable night of entertainment.
Katie is also widely regarded as one of the UK’s best Amy Winehouse tribute acts, capturing the voice, look and mannerisms of the late British icon with remarkable accuracy. A truly multi-talented performer, she consistently delivers exceptional, crowd-pleasing performances.