Knutsford Music Festival returns next month with an exciting line up and a full programme of fringe events.

The annual three-day celebration organised by the Town Council in collaboration with BBC Radio's Mark Radcliffe runs from June 9 to June 11.

A night of blues and a classical music evening are among the highlights.

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A special one-off show to kick off the weekend at Knutsford Little Theatre on Thursday, June 8, with a folk compilation from Mark Radcliffe and Friends has already sold out.

Knutsford Guardian: Sean Taylor is among the many performers taking part in Knutsford Music FestivalSean Taylor is among the many performers taking part in Knutsford Music Festival (Image: Sean Taylor)

Friday showcases folk musician Georgia Ruth with support from Chris Fox and John Parker at St Johns Church at 7.30pm.

Over at Brook Street Chapel there will be Friday Night Blues at 7.30pm featuring Simster & Small Blues Duo, Southern Fried Groove Queens with a headline performance from troubadour Sean Taylor.

During the Saturday afternoon, there will be a free open to all event on the Moor from 12 to 4pm featuring live music and activities for all ages. In the evening, Katherine Priddy will headline Folk at the Church with support from The Weeping Willows.

Sunday’s line up includes a folk performance from Budapest Café Orchestra at Knutsford Little Theatre starting at 7.30pm.

Knutsford Guardian: Southern Fried Groove QueensSouthern Fried Groove Queens (Image: Jolyon Holroyd Photography)

Throughout the weekend there will be some fringe events popping up in establishments throughout the town centre.

Everything from Americana rock to community choirs, there will be a gig to suit every musical taste.

The fringe events include:

Friday, June 9

6pm Luson at The Lost and Found

7.30pm Lucas Marks and The Glorious Unknown at The Lost and Found

8pm Nelson Peach at The Angel

Saturday, June 10

11am Knutsford Beats on Regent Street

1pm Phoenix Voices Choir on Regent Street

1pm All Day Music at The Lost and Found

4pm Dexter’s House Jazz Bad at Dexter and Jones

7.30pm Gus Glynn at The Tea Room Music all weekend at The Courthouse from The Courthouse Live Sessions

Sunday, June 11

11am Knutsford Star Choir on Regent Street

From 3pm a dynamic selection of music from Simon Sackey, Blue Walker and Kojo

Tickets for all headline events are available at knutsfordmusicfestival.com