The much-loved Classic Ibiza tour books in at the National Trust’s Blickling Estate near Aylsham on Saturday 1 August 2026. Fans now face the big question: when to click buy, and how to avoid missing out.
When tickets go on sale
Tickets for Classic Ibiza at Blickling roll out over two mornings. A presale opens first, followed by a general release 24 hours later. Both drops land at 10am, which is when demand usually spikes.
Presale: Monday 27 October at 10am. General release: Tuesday 28 October at 10am.
Early access tends to thin the pressure on the main sale. If you want a stress-free checkout for a group, the presale window gives you the best shot.
Prices and who pays what
The organiser keeps pricing straightforward. One standard rate covers adults, with a reduced rate for children. Very young attendees go free, but they still need a ticket secured in advance.
General admission £57.50. Children aged 5–12 £30. Under 5s free with a booked ticket.
| What | When/price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Event date | Saturday 1 August 2026 | Blickling Estate, near Aylsham (National Trust site) |
| Presale opens | Monday 27 October, 10am | Best option for groups and popular allocations |
| General release | Tuesday 28 October, 10am | Public on-sale, expect higher demand |
| Adult ticket | £57.50 | Standard general admission |
| Child 5–12 | £30 | Age checked at entry |
| Under 5 | Free | Ticket still required |
What you’re paying for
Classic Ibiza fuses a live 32-piece Urban Soul Orchestra with house anthems shaped for open air. The format mixes hands-in-the-air nostalgia with a full-band punch that carries across the parkland.
Last year’s programme delivered more than 50 tracks across the night. The performance shifted gears as daylight faded, with a dance set framed by lasers and a light show once the sky turned dark.
Blickling hosts the Norfolk leg for the 11th time in 2026. The estate’s wide lawns and grand frontage set a cinematic stage, which suits a show that treats club music like a summer concert series.
Why demand will be high
The tour continues to pull crowds nationwide. Nearly 100,000 people attended Classic Ibiza events around the country in 2025. When a date returns to a venue for its 11th year, word of mouth tends to do the heavy lifting.
Families like the clear age bands and the early evening arc. Groups of friends treat it as their marquee summer meet-up. The format rewards repeat visits, which means returning bookers as well as first-timers will hit the on-sale.
How to secure your place
Set yourself up before 10am. Queues move faster when you’ve covered the basics and agreed a plan with your group.
- Create or check your ticketing account in advance and store your payment method.
- Join the presale if you can. It reduces the scramble and keeps your group together.
- Log in on two devices at 9:55am. Use one as a backup if a browser refresh stalls.
- Decide numbers and age categories the night before to avoid cart edits under pressure.
- Hold a second choice ready, in case your first selection shows limited availability.
- Download e-tickets as PDFs once issued and save them offline to your phone.
Families and budgets
Pricing makes it easier to predict costs. A family of four with two children aged 5–12 would pay £175 before any extras. That’s two adult tickets at £57.50 each and two children’s tickets at £30 each. Under‑5s remain free but still require a ticket, which helps with planning entry and capacity.
If you book with friends, split transactions cleanly to avoid one person carrying the full amount on their card. A shared payment request or a banking transfer on the day keeps things tidy.
What happens on the night
The show builds from a warm-up into the main orchestral set, then lands on a dance sequence after sunset. The lighting package takes over once dusk arrives, which is when phones usually stay in pockets and people move as a crowd.
Arrive in good time to settle, find your spot, and navigate facilities while queues are shorter. Keep layers handy. August evenings can cool quickly after dark in open fields, even after a warm day.
The setting and the flow
Blickling’s layout gives clear sightlines and a broad sound field. Expect a steady flow of people during early numbers, with the atmosphere tightening as the headliners land. The orchestral arrangements stay faithful to the originals while adding brass, strings, and percussion accents that suit a big outdoor space.
Key takeaways for ticket day
Two sale moments, two chances at 10am: Monday 27 October for presale, Tuesday 28 October for general release.
Budget against the published rates. General admission is £57.50, children 5–12 are £30, and under‑5s need a free ticket. Set reminders, check your account, and agree numbers with your group ahead of time. If you want a low‑stress path, target the presale.
Extra planning that pays off
Think beyond the ticket. Sort transport early, especially if you plan to leave right after the finale when traffic bunches. If you’ll meet friends on site, pick a landmark in advance in case phone signal dips when crowds arrive.
If anyone in your party needs step-free routes or additional time at entry, contact the organiser ahead of purchase. Accessibility support often works on a first-come basis and may require specific ticketing steps. Keep your email order confirmation handy on the day in case stewards need to verify details.
Setting alarms for 9:55 and joining the presale — two devices ready, payment saved. £57.50 feels decent for USO + house bangers, cant complain. Last year’s light show was epic; hoping for another 50‑track sprint. Anyone else aiming for Blickling’s front lawns?