Spongefest 2026 announces £10 tickets and 'pay-it-forward' crowdfunder
Annual event honors Sam ‘Sponge’ Fisher with top indie, ska, and Britpop acts – offering £10 tickets and a crowdfunder option to donate tickets to individuals receiving local mental health support.
Organizers of Spongefest 2026 have announced that tickets for the upcoming festival on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at North Notts Arena, (S80 1QS), are now available for £10 each via www.spongefest.co.uk.
To make the event as inclusive as possible, organizers have also launched a crowdfunder pay-it-forward campaign at www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/donate-a-spongefest-ticket.
Supporters can choose to purchase a ticket then donated tickets will be gifted directly to individuals in the local community who are currently receiving mental health support.
The ticket price reduction and pay-it-forward scheme reflect the festival’s core mission: prioritising community support, connection, and wellbeing over profit.
"Spongefest isn't about making lots of money, we simply want as many people in the room as possible, sharing in a fantastic night of music, friendship, and support," said an event representative.
"By lowering tickets to £10 and offering the crowdfunder ticket-donation option, we want to ensure cost is never a barrier.
"If you're in a position to buy an extra ticket for someone receiving mental health support, you'll be giving a truly meaningful gift of music and togetherness."
Created in loving memory of Sam ‘Sponge’ Fisher, a passionate music lover who believed deeply in the power of live music to bring people joy, Spongefest raises vital funds for In Sam's Name.
Established five years ago in 2021, the charity runs peer-led support groups across Nottinghamshire to ensure no man or woman ever feels alone or without a place to turn during difficult times.
Spongefest 2026 promises six hours, from 5pm-11pm, of high-energy live performances spanning indie, ska, and Britpop with; The Counterfeit Beatles – Bringing iconic classic hits to life, The Ultimate Brit Pop Experience – Celebrating 90s anthem culture, One Step Behind – The UK’s premier tribute to Madness, and Special Local Guests: Live sets from Kill The Shru, Dive, Daniel Scott, Cruella, with additional support acts to be announced.
There will also be a charity raffle, Spongefest and charity merchandise, food and refreshment.
Organisers extend sincere thanks to sponsors Irontree Designs, Retford and Phoenix Private Hire, Worksop for helping make this accessible event possible while continuing to support In Sam's Name.