The Petit Train

Join the Grand Opening Procession in the Petit Train!

The Petit Train is leading the Guernsey Street Festival Grand Procession on Saturday 22nd July from 10am, starting at the Sunken Garden and driving through the High Street. Book your place today for this special event via the Petit Train!

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Character Actors

Our character actors perform every Saturday and will be playing games, interacting, giving free temporary tattoos and judging the fancy dress competitions.

Last year we had characters such as Spiderman, Cinderella, Anna, Elsa, Dr Who, Princess Leya, the Fairy Godmother, Little Red Riding Hood, Hermione Granger and many more!

Check out the schedules here.

King Brasstards

Founded in 2015, the King Brasstards emerged as one of the UK’s pioneering funky brass bands, their outstanding ability to entertain is unparalleled.

King Brasstards aren’t just about the big stage moments; “We can steal the show with a simple, spontaneous performance at a reception,” explains Frontman Gareth John. He adds, “Our dynamic range, from a tight three-piece to a magnificent seven-piece band, ensures both we and our clients enjoy ultimate flexibility.”

With two distinctive vocalists leading their ensemble, the band guarantees exhilarating performances that are not only delightful but also tailored to the desires of their clientele.

Their musical canvas, while vast, always maintains a funky New Orleans-inspired undertone. With three stellar albums under their belt, their relentless dedication to versatility and a sharp business ethic is evident.

From electrifying the arena at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham to energizing the stands backing Team GB at the Billie Jean King Cup, their pulsating beats have echoed across numerous prestigious events. They've enlivened The Hundred cricket matches, set the pace at Formula One in Silverstone, cheered on the Leicester Tigers Rugby, got fans on their feet at Premier League football matches, and have been the soul of many basketball finals events.

Television hasn't been immune to their charms either. Their charisma on ITV’s 'Britain’s Got Talent', Channel 4, BBC Red Button, BT Sport, and Sky Sports speaks volumes about their adaptability.

Beyond live sports and broadcasts their tunes have caught the ears of industry giants like SkyBet, Boohoo, Meta Platforms, Amazon and Uber to name to name a few. In 2022, they left an indelible mark at the Travel Industry Awards held at the esteemed Rosewood Hotel in London. Their unique talent for kickstarting the party from any corner of a room, before owning the stage, is their signature entertainment move.

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Their members have shared stages with iconic acts like The Specials, The Happy Mondays, Paul Weller, The Jam, The Beautiful South, Stephen Mulhern, Tom Grennan, Shed 7, and a plethora of others.

Rachel Dawson

Rachel Dawson is a country-pop, singer-songwriter and guitarist from Guernsey, with influences such as: Taylor Swift, Eva Cassidy, Ward Thomas and Carrie Underwood. She has been performing live around the Channel Islands for almost a decade now and has just released her 7th song on streaming platforms, ‘Windmills’, with more releases coming soon! She is currently studying music in liverpool at LIPA.

Guernsey Majorettes

The Guernsey Majorettes were set up in 1992 and have been a favourite at local events for many years. The troup boasts 5 age groups, mainly based on school years, of whom the older members attend competitions in the UK twice annually.

Guernsey Boys Brigade

The Guernsey Boys Brigade was formed at L’Islet in 1947, but the worldwide organisation has been around since 1883 and is part of the boyhood experience of many adults. Their function is to serve today's young people and promote habits of
Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-respect and all that tends towards a true
Christian manliness.

Their brand section is a testament to their values and skill.

Dom Ogier

A real powerhouse singer and charismatic performer, Dom makes an increasingly formidable front woman who really knows how to perform. BBC Introducing describes her as having 'a unique stage presence and charisma that seems to borrow from Courtney Love and Cyndi Lauper'. Dom is constantly surprising audiences with her inimitable voice and energy on stage. If you want to see a great show she is sure to give you a real performance every time.

Dave Wheeler

Dave has been singing from the age of eight and playing guitar from sixteen - first teaching himself basic power chords through listening to bands like Green Day and Nirvana, then through more complex progressions from the likes of Radiohead and the Beatles. Having not had much opportunity to perform before coming to Guernsey, Dave is now thankful to be able to do so here on a regular basis.

Dani Robin

A passionate performer, Dani has been involved with the local arts scene in various roles over the past few years, performing in plays, pantomimes and the Eisteddfod, as well as directing and playwriting. Music has always been an important part of Dani's life and she is constantly looking to improve and challenge herself as a vocalist, whether it's through alternative rock or the characterful charms of musical theatre!

Calum Preece

Calum started photography as a hobby after being inspired by one particularly beautiful sunset in 2018. He has photographed a wide range of events locally including The West Show, The North Show, Liberation Day, and the Guernsey Street Festival in 2023. He has a variety of equipment which allows him to take an array of different photos including closeup, landscape, wide angle, and long exposure shots. Calum looks forward to photographing all of this year’s events!

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Graham Dawson

Graham is a soul, blues and jazz singer inspired by the likes of Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder and Steve Winwood. Also a member of The Dawberts - a trio which includes my daughter and her godfather, this is Grahams first solo venture into the world of music performance. 

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Dave Hyett

Dave is a familiar face to many people in Guernsey thanks to his passion for theatre and performance – he can often be seen treading the boards in a variety of local productions as well as appearing in various music videos and films as an actor and stuntman!

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Charli Andrews

Charli Andrews is a talented face painter set to bring color and creativity to the Guernsey Street Festival this year. She’s already made her mark—last year she took home the prestigious Jack Honeybill Festival Spirit Award in recognition of her vibrant artistry and infectious enthusiasm. Get ready for bold colors, playful features, and a whole lot of fun with Charli’s brushes at this year’s celebration!

Scar Stewart

Winner of the 2024 Guernsey Street Festival Best Newcomer award, Scar is becoming a familiar face in Guernsey performing arts. Currently studying on a level 4 Performing Arts course at the Guernsey Institute, Scar has appeared in hit local shows such as Bonnie and Clyde, Young Frankenstein, Carrie and Spamalot. In September, Scar is going to study musical theatre at Trinity Laban Conservatoire.
His music and style is heavily influenced by this theatre background, so expect songs from musicals such as Rent, Waitress and Fiver, as well as classic and contemporary pop and rock songs with a musical theatre twist.

Ashleigh Moore

Ashleigh has been performing since she was very young, but will be most known to Guernsey audiences from participating in regular Eisteddfods and singing in Candie Gardens for the summer concerts. She has played roles in local productions of The Sound of Music (2010, Liesl), Sunset Boulevard (2012, Betty Schaefer) and Little Women (2022, Marmee). Ashleigh has a huge passion for music and loves to sing everything from songs from the shows to folk, classical music and opera. She is thrilled to be returning to take part in this year’s Guernsey Street Festival.

Benji Grut

Benji Grut, is an indie singer/songwriter and guitarist from Guernsey who studies drums and songwriting at BIMM in Bristol. His music is inspired by artists such as Bon Iver, Bo Burnham, Bill Wurtz, Ed Sheeran, Jacob Collier and Cave Town. He plays a variety of instruments and started off on the drums at age 8 and has been developing his songwriting on ukulele and guitar for 6 years. He won the over 18s category at the festival last year and you can find his music on all streaming platforms under Benji Grut.

Website: benjigrut.weebly.com

Esmee Byrne

Esmée is a nineteen year old singer and performer from Guernsey.

She has a passion for musical theatre and has recently played the leading lady, Elizabeth, in the Guernsey Institutes production of Mel Brooks’ ‘Young Frankenstein’. She holds a diploma in Performing Arts and will begin a BA (Hons) Degree in Musical Theatre this September at ‘Performers College’. With a versatile voice and strong stage presence, Esmée enjoys singing everything from jazz to pop and rock.

This is her third year performing in the Guernsey Street Festival and is excited to be welcomed back again.

Lillie

Lillie Ingrouille is a 17 year old singer whose main inspiration is singers like Taylor Swift and Gracie Abram’s. She is looking to progress her singing career into something more serious, possibly writing her own music. Lillie has had a very musical background, she took violin lessons and played in orchestras since she was 7, before moving onto piano and then singing. Guernsey Street Fest is her first time ever singing publicly and she is excited to express and share her talent to the public.

Mr Bunny

Mr Bunny chants down Babylon assisted by a double bass named Betty and a simple looper.

Mr Bunny refreshes dance hall rhythms in a way that is unique and needs to be witnessed to be believed. As The Yacht in Guernsey said : “watch the build”.

Mr Bunny then versions the rhythms using the melodies of John Coltrane, Gregory Isaacs, Kings of Leon and Miley Cyrus. He also utilises his own songs such as “Halberstadt ( flick a V )” and songs penned in collaboration such as: Peter & The Wolves: “Rub a Soul” featured on local BBC Introducing and “Pure Love” in collaboration with singer songwriter Sandy.

Mr Bunny has performs across the UK at festivals such as the Three Wishes Fairy Festival as well as locally at St James, Sark Fest, Herm Fest and The Harbour Carnival. He digs deep into his vinyl crate to DJ on the Vale Earth Sound System.

Mr Bunny plays in a 15 year old Derbyshire based band Dfacto that rocks from Lola Young to Neil Young.

Mr Bunny is a manager of www.imperialvoice.com radio that broadcasts from the home of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie.

A recent immigrant to Guernsey Mr Bunny wants to return the love offered to him by the people of the Balliwicks.

John & Lucy

John and Lucy is an acoustic duo blending heartfelt storytelling with unique musical flair. Featuring Lucy’s expressive vocals and John’s intricate finger-picking guitar style, the pair reimagine everything from folk classics like Streets of London to unexpected covers of Tim Minchin and Chappell Roan. Each performance brings a fresh, intimate take on familiar songs, reshaped with subtle acoustic textures and a distinct emotional depth. Whether it's a stripped-back ballad or an edgy pop tune, John and Lucy make it their own. Their practices feature Lucy’s kitchen, vocal cats and endless cups of tea!

Lee-Ann Hawkes

Lee-Ann is a staple performer in the classical music scene. She is well known for her repertoire including hits from the musicals and opera alike.