Dancing Queens & Boyband Dreams

10 – 11 July 2026
Retro Staycations, Ryde

Get ready for a weekend of pure nostalgia as Dancing Queens & Boyband Dreams brings two nights of feel-good music and festival fun to Ryde.

Hosted by Jack Up Events at the unique Retro Staycations glamping site, this summer weekender celebrates the unforgettable hits of two of the world’s most loved pop acts, ABBA and Take That, performed live by top UK tribute shows.

Whether you’re reliving the soundtrack of your youth or simply looking for a lively night out on the Island, expect big sing-along moments, great food and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere under the summer sky.

Two nights of iconic music:

Each evening features a headline tribute act performing the biggest hits that defined a generation.

• Friday, 10 July 2026 – ABBA night
  The weekend opens with Abba Chique, delivering classics like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and Fernando.
• Saturday, 11 July 2026 – Take That night
  On Saturday, Re-Take That take over with a high-energy celebration of Take That’s greatest hits, from Back for Good and Relight My Fire to Shine and Never Forget.

Support acts warm up the crowd before the headline shows, making each evening a full night of live entertainment.

Set at Retro Staycations’ scenic farm site just outside Ryde, the event combines live music with a relaxed festival feel.

You can expect:

• Street food and drinks from local traders

• Free parking on site

• Space to bring chairs or blankets for a comfortable evening

• Optional camping if you’d like to turn it into a weekend getaway

 

Plus, get 20% off your ferry travel

Save 20% on foot, car and motorcycle ferry fares to the Island for a weekend of Dancing Queens and Boyband Dreams, between 9 July 2026 and 12 July 2026.

Simply book using the button below to receive your discount.