Bookings for paid events can be made at stivesseptemberfestival.co.uk unless otherwise stated. Free events are marked
DAILY
Lunchtime music and poetry
Norway Square (elsewhere if wet). Local and visiting performers are welcome. 12.30pm-2pm. Free.
Open Studios
Artists throughout the town open their doors and welcome visitors to view and discuss their work. See the Festival website for details of individual opening days, times, and information about the artists.
SATURDAY, 12th SEPTEMBER
The Big Cauldron Session — a tribute to Toni Carver
At the Western Hotel, from 1.30pm. Free
Remembering the late editor of The St Ives Times & Echo, a great supporter of — and participant in — the St Ives grassroots music scene.
The Oggymen
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm. £17/18
From Falmouth, The Oggymen have built a reputation for tight harmonies and inspiring performances that convey the rugged beauty of Cornwall. Songs chart the history of Cornwall, the hardships of life as a tin miner, the perils for those at sea, or longing for family or familiarity while working a long way from home. Book here.
Kettle Jam
At the Western Hotel, 8.30pm. Free
SUNDAY, 13th SEPTEMBER
In Conversation with Songwriters
At the Western Hotel, 2pm. Free
Johnny Cowling
At St Ives Arts Club, 7.30pm. £20
Comedian Johnny returns after a sell-out performance in 2025. Delighting audiences for more than 25 years, you’ll love his engaging wit and charisma. Book here.
TUESDAY 15th SEPTEMBER
The Great British Bake-Off Musical
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm. £14.67/15.75
A deliciously heartwarming, hilarious production, inspired by the hugely popular TV series. The feel-good musical features witty songs and charming characters, with all the drama of the iconic baking tent. The Cornish premiere showcases the depth of local acting talent. Book here.
WEDNESDAY 16th SEPTEMBER
St Ives Stories
At the Royal Cinema, 7.30pm. £9
A collection of five short films looking at the culture and history of St Ives. What makes the collection so special is that the storytellers come from across the community of St Ives. Book here.
THURSDAY 17th SEPTEMBER
LYR
At St Ia Church, 7.30pm. £25
Leskyn play in full big band formation with two singers. They perform music from the golden age of swing to re-imaged pop hits from more recent times. From Basie to Beyonce, via The Beatles. Book here.
FRIDAY 18th SEPTEMBER
Leskyn Kernow
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm. £19/21
Leskyn play in full big band formation with two singers. They perform music from the golden age of swing to re-imaged pop hits from more recent times. From Basie to Beyonce, via The Beatles. Book here.
SATURDAY, 19th SEPTEMBER
The Big Cauldron Session — a tribute to Toni Carver
At the Western Hotel, from 1.30pm. Free
Remembering the late editor of The St Ives Times & Echo, a great supporter of — and participant in — the St Ives grassroots music scene.
Steve Mitchell celebrates George Michael
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm. £25/£23
From the early days of Wham! to the depth and soul of George Michael’s later catalogue, Steve Mitchell performs with breathtaking precision and is acclaimed as one of the most authentic George Michael vocalists. He is joined by former Wham bassist Dave West. Book here
SUNDAY, 20th SEPTEMBER
Barney Kenny
At St Ives Arts Club, 7.30pm. £10
Having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Baskery, True Strays, Langkamer, Martin Carthy, Geoff Lakeman, Mishra, Mad Dog McRea, Wille and the Bandits, Rusty Shackle, Kitty Macfarlane and Blair Dunlop, Barney is quickly carving out a name for himself as a solo artist across the folk circuits. Book here
TUESDAY, 22nd SEPTEMBER
Pam Ayres
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm.
Poet Pam Ayres has spent her life offering witty, poignant reflections on the joys and challenges of everyday life. Now she brings together six decades of poetry reflecting on her journey from a young woman navigating love, to a new mother, to a devoted grandmother. Book here
THURSDAY, 24th SEPTEMBER
The Ultimate Mod Review
At St Ives Theatre, 7.30pm. £23/£25
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying era of the 60s to the 90s, with a show by The Goldhawks that will blow your mind. Hit after hit from The Kinks, The Who, The Jam, Ocean Colour Scene, Small Faces, and scores more. Book here
SATURDAY, 26th SEPTEMBER
The Big Cauldron Session — a tribute to Toni Carver
At the Western Hotel, from 1.30pm. Free
Remembering the late editor of The St Ives Times & Echo, a great supporter of — and participant in — the St Ives grassroots music scene.
Jude Johnson
At St Ives Arts Club, 7.30pm. £10
An alternative pop artist based in London, influenced by British indie rock. But his appreciation of pop music and analogue synths also brings an electronic feel to some of his tracks. Book here
Steve Knightley, featuring Dan Salvatore
At St Ia Church, 7.30pm. £25
Following the success of his Winter Yards Band tour, Steve Knightley brings Sanctuary — Songs from Sacred Spaces. Known for his songs of history and location, Steve will perform an evening of material beautifully matched to the venue. Dan Salvatore’s haunting handpan soundscapes add a meditative, ambient dimension to the evening. Book here
