SET to shake up Dorset this September 16 to 18 is The Willow Festival - the world’s largest festival exclusively showcasing new, undiscovered, emerging and unsigned live music bands and artists.

Held in Canford Park Arena, this three day event will host over 175 live bands and solo performers to an audience in the thousands. Music genres will include classic rock, jazz, indie, ska, folk, funk, pop, acoustic, metal, soul, punk and much more.

Fun for all the family, the event also boasts an alternative shopping area, extreme rides, a world food village, bars and plenty of activities for kids.