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Stompin' on the Quomps

A festival at Christchurch Quay, 1 August 2026, free to attend.

Dates
Location
Christchurch Quay
Price
Free

Stompin’ on the Quomps is a festival at Christchurch Quay, Christchurch, in August 2026.

When and where

It is on Saturday 1 August 2026. Listed dates: 1 August 2026.

It is held at Christchurch Quay, in Christchurch.

Tickets and entry

Entry is free. Individual elements inside a free event can still be ticketed, so check before building a day around one of them.

Before you go

The busiest hours are the middle of the afternoon. Arriving either side of that is the difference between a seat and a scrum.

What else is on

The events calendar lists every dated event across the bay, and the map shows how the venues sit relative to each other. The Christchurch guide covers what else is within walking distance.

Dates & times

  • 1 August 2026

Common Questions

Stompin' on the Quomps: good to know

When is Stompin' on the Quomps?

It takes place on Saturday 1 August 2026. The organiser sets the start time and it is not listed here, so check directly before you set off.

Where is Stompin' on the Quomps held?

Stompin' on the Quomps is held at Christchurch Quay. That puts it in [Christchurch](/explore/towns/christchurch); the [map](/map) shows how it sits against the rest of the bay.

Is Stompin' on the Quomps free?

Entry is free. Some elements of a free event can still be ticketed or charged separately, so check with the organiser if you are planning around a specific part of it.

What should I expect at a festival like this?

Mid-afternoon is the crush. Either side of it is the same festival with room to stand.

Where to base yourself

Stay a few minutes from the sand

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