Billy Ocean among music superstar headliners at 2026 Darley Park Weekender summer concert in Derby
International music stars Billy Ocean and Marti Pellow headline Darley Park Weekender in 2026, promising a spectacular opening night.
Music royalty is set to headline at one of Derby’s summer concerts next year.
Derby LIVE has announced international artists Billy Ocean and Marti Pellow will be performing at next year’s Darley Park Weekender.
Billy is one of the biggest recording stars Britain has ever produced whose timeless hits include worldwide number ones such as Red Light Spells Danger, Love Really Hurts Without You, When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Goin, and the Grammy Award-winning Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run).
Joining the multi-award winning artist on stage is former Wet Wet Wet frontman Marti on the opening night of the three-day music extravaganza on Friday August 21.
Marti’s defining voice sold over 15 million albums and gave the world the iconic 15-week number one chart-topper, Love Is All Around.
Marti also brings his acclaimed solo career, spanning over a dozen albums, and his established status as a leading man in musical theatre.
Cllr Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council and Cabinet Member for City Centre, Regeneration, Strategy and Policy, said: “We’re bringing a fresh take to the Darley Park Weekender this year.
“I’m thrilled we’ve got two renowned international artists topping the bill on the Friday night! For kids of the eighties, they are icons for so many of us.
“I had a poster of Marti Pellow on my wall and I still remember the dance to When The Going Gets Tough. I'll be watching to see how many are re-enacting it on the night! It’s going to be fantastic.”
When is Darley Park Weekender 2026?
The Darley Park Weekender take place from Friday 21 to Sunday 23 Aug 2026.
Details about Saturday’s line up will be released very soon.
The Darley Park Concert will return on Sun 23 Aug 2026.
Darley Park Weekender 2026 ticket prices
Derby city residents can get tickets for £35 until 31 December.
Tickets bought before 31 March will cost £40.
From 1 Apr, tickets will be £45, and then £50 if bought on the day.
Under 18s are £20 and under £5s free.
VIP tickets cost £75, with access to the Darley Garden, with a VIP bar and toilets.