Foodies, reggae lovers, and summer party seekers, brace yourselves for the south coast’s most vibrant Caribbean celebration! On Sunday 2 August 2026, Jerk Jam: Summer Sizzla returns to Silverlake Stadium (SO50 9HT) in Eastleigh. Running from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, this legendary festival blends ten non-stop hours of heavyweight sound system vibes, reggae, dub, drum & bass, and hip-hop across three stages with mouthwatering street food, circus acts, and the famous Jerk-Off BBQ battle ring.
Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla Schedule & Opening Times
Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla takes place on Sunday 2 August 2026 at Silverlake Stadium in Eastleigh:
- Gates Open: 12:00 PM
- Event Timings: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Silverlake Stadium (Eastleigh FC), Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh (SO50 9HT)
- Age Guidance: All ages welcome! Family-friendly environment with free funfair rides for small children. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla Lineup
Ten full hours of sound system culture, live reggae, dub, drum & bass, and hip-hop across three stages:
Featured Acts
- Twinkle Brothers (Live)
- Mad Professor (Live)
- Mr Scruff ft. MC Kwasi (DJ)
- Nicky Blackmarket (DJ)
- Ellis Garner (DJ)
- Troxy (Live)
- Maka Foundation (Live)
- Soul 45 (DJ)
- Headsessions (DJ)
Plus many more acts to be announced…
3 Stages of Fire
- Main Stage: Full live production and headliners running from noon to close.
- Soundsystem Stage: Deep bass, heavy dub, roots, and culture where the speakers do the talking.
- BBQ Battle Stage: The Jerk-Off arena featuring live cooking battles soundtracked by selectors.
Festival Attractions & Highlights
- The Jerk-Off BBQ Battle Ring: Top pitmasters and selectors go head-to-head in the ultimate Caribbean BBQ clash with coals blazing and bass bumping.
- Full Funfair & Free Kids’ Rides: On-site funfair with free rides for younger children.
- Circus Performers: Live circus acts roaming the festival grounds from open to close.
- Food & Licensed Bar: Top-tier street food vendors alongside a licensed bar serving cold drinks all day.
Ticket Prices & Admission Options
Adult & General Admission
- Super Early Bird Ticket: £15.00 (+ £1.50 fee) [Sold Out]
- Early Bird Ticket: £20.00 (+ £2.00 fee) [Sold Out]
- 1st Release Ticket: £25.00 (+ £2.50 fee) [Sold Out]
- Final Release Ticket: £30.00 (+ £3.00 fee)
- 4 Tickets for the Price of 3 Group Pass: £90.00 (+ £9.00 fee)
- Blue Light Discount Ticket: £20.00 (+ £2.00 fee)
- Carer / Assistant Ticket: FREE
Family & Child Tickets
- Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children): £55.00 (+ £5.50 fee)
- Teenager Ticket (Ages 13–17, must attend with adult): £15.00 (+ £1.50 fee)
- Older Child Ticket (Ages 9–12, must attend with adult): £12.50 (+ £1.25 fee)
- Younger Child Ticket (Ages 3–8, must attend with adult): £10.00 (+ £1.00 fee)
- Infant Ticket (Ages 2 and under): FREE
How to Get to Silverlake Stadium
Silverlake Stadium is located on Stoneham Lane between Eastleigh and Southampton:
- By Car: Easily accessible via Junction 5 of the M27 motorway or Junction 13 of the M3 (use postcode SO50 9HT for satnav).
- By Train: The nearest railway stations are Eastleigh and Southampton Airport Parkway (approx. 1 mile / 20-minute walk).
- By Bus: Local bus routes serve Stoneham Lane and Wide Lane nearby.
Where to Park at Silverlake Stadium
On-site car parking spaces are available to purchase in advance:
- Car Parking Space (One car): £10.00 (+ £1.00 fee)
- Disabled Parking Space: £10.00 (+ £1.00 fee)
- Alternative Parking: Public multi-storey parking facilities are located nearby at Southampton Airport Parkway station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla taking place?
- Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla takes place on Sunday 2 August 2026, running from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
- Where is Jerk Jam Summer Sizzla located?
- The festival takes place outdoors at Silverlake Stadium (Eastleigh FC), Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh (SO50 9HT).
- Is Jerk Jam family-friendly?
- Yes! Jerk Jam is an all-ages, family-friendly event. Infants aged 2 and under enter for free, and there are free funfair rides for small children throughout the day. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
- What is the Jerk-Off BBQ Battle?
- The Jerk-Off is a signature BBQ competition where top Caribbean food vendors battle for the title of best jerk, accompanied by live selectors and heavy basslines on the BBQ Battle Stage.
- Who is performing at Jerk Jam 2026?
- The lineup includes live performances from Twinkle Brothers, Mad Professor, Troxy, and Maka Foundation, alongside DJ sets from Mr Scruff ft. MC Kwasi, Nicky Blackmarket, Ellis Garner, Soul 45, and Headsessions.
- Is parking available on site?
- Yes, on-site car parking spaces (including accessible disabled parking) are available for £10.00 (+ £1.00 fee) and can be pre-booked online.