Kashmir Fringe Set For Quay Arts Return

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Quay Arts has announced that Kashmir Fringe 2026 will take place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 February, bringing two days of free live music to the Newport arts centre.

The event will feature performances across three stages, showcasing a wide mix of Island artists and genres inspired by the well-loved Kashmir Café at the Isle of Wight Festival.

The full line-up will be revealed on New Year’s Day.

Kashmir Café has been a festival favourite for more than a decade, run entirely by Island volunteers with all profits supporting Quay Arts, the Island’s charitable arts centre.

Alongside live music, festival-goers can expect a range of Isle of Wight produce, including locally brewed real ales served straight from the barrel – plus the return of the popular cherry beer.

Quay Arts says the weekend will offer a relaxed festival atmosphere indoors, with live music, festival-style food, Island ales on draught and plenty of good company, all helping to raise funds for the Steve Ross Foundation for the Arts.