Main Arena
Centre stage in the Main Arena, with the Radio General compere, we have a varied programme of entertainment including opportunities to have a go at new activities.
Creating Adventures Brass Band
New for 2026, Creating Adventures Brass Band will be featured in our Main Arena for an exciting performance to entertain the crowds.
Batida Rio
Batida Rio Samba Band are performing during the afternoon and holding a workshop at the end of the day in the Main Arena – open to all!
Odinn Born Viking Reenactment Group
Two stunning displays from Odinn Born Viking Reenactment group who will also be based on site in the Viking Village all day, where you can find out more about Viking life.
The Royal Marines Association
The Royal Marines Association Corps of Drums are both performing and inviting people to have a go at drumming at their nearby stall.
Reach Sled Dogs
Reach Sled Dogs are returning for DAD 2026. With a unique, exciting display of rescue dogs for everyone to enjoy!
Warrington Wolves Foundation
Warrington Wolves Foundation will be performing a sporty football display in this year’s Main Arena, they can also be found in our Sports Zone, for everyone to have a go at their accessible rugby.
RhythMative
Rhythmative, an energetic, exciting street dance group will be performing at DAD 2026.
Main Arena Schedule at DAD 2026
| Time | Performers | Act |
| 10:00 | Reach Sled Dogs | Rescue Dogs Display |
| 10:20 | RhythMative | Street Dance Group |
| 10:30 | RMACOD | Drumming Group |
| 10:45 | Warrington Wolves Soccer | Football Display |
| 11:15 | RhythMative | Street Dance Group |
| 11:30 | Odinn Born | Viking Reenactment Display |
| 12:05 | Creating Adventures Brass Band | Brass Band |
| 12:30 | Blind Baseball | Sports Display and Have a go! |
| 13:00 | RMACOD | Drumming Group |
| 13:15 | Reach Sled Dogs | Rescue Dogs Display |
| 13:40 | Odinn Born | Viking Reenactment |
| 14:15 | Batida Rio | Samba Drumming Group |
| 14:40 | Blind Baseball | Sports Display and Have a go! |
| 15:15 | Batida Rio | Samba Drumming Group |
| 15:35 | Winner Announcements | Dave Thompson MBE DL |
| 15:45 | Batida Rio Workshop | Come and Have a go at Drumming |