StarFest is truly living up to its name this year, with an incredible line-up of guests joining us across the weekend. From Virgin Radio hosts to exclusive interviews with your favourite stars and authors and jaw-dropping Masked Singer costumes. After meeting the celebs, it's your time to shine! Showcase your talent by creating a show in a day with Basingstoke Gang Show, learn dance moves from some of the UK's best dance teachers at the MOVE IT Academy, play an instrument at The Instrument Petting Zoo with Music Workshop, or become a hero and help raise money for the charities that we support.

At The StarFest Stage crafted by Mazda, top Virgin Radio UK hosts will interview renowned celebrities and authors throughout the weekend. Expect to hear:

• Vassos Alexander chats to the multi-talented Ben Miller and presenter & campaigner Adele Roberts
• Steve Denyer catches up with Strictly’s Shirley Ballas and national treasure Rob Brydon
• Olivia Jones in conversation with Eastender turned podcaster Natalie Cassidy
• Ryan Tubridy talks to the queen of feel-good fiction Jenny Colgan and thriller writer Lucy Foley
• We’re also thrilled to welcome the Supervet, Noel Fitzpatrick to StarFest!

Join us every day in the music arena before the music starts for some incredible interviews hosted by Chris Evans! This year, the StarFest Xtra talks include:

• Cars, Chords & Comedy: Chris Evans chats to James May, Damian Lewis, and Rob Brydon on Friday
• I'm up in Space, Man: Tim Peake and Sam Ryder chat with Chris Evans on Saturday

The Author's Stage, hosted by Ireland's King of Chat and Virgin Radio Presenter, Ryan Tubridy alongside journalist and author Bryony Gordon, will feature an incredible array of writing talent, including Alice Law, Andy Ramage, Kate Silverton, Meik Wiking, and many more.

MOVE IT, the World's Biggest Dance Event, is bringing The MOVE IT Dance Academy to StarFest! Over the 3 days, the MOVE IT Dance Academy will be offering exclusive workshops and demonstrations from some of the UK’s best dance teachers. Expect ballroom, hip hop and commercial classes for all to join in!

For anyone who wants to unleash their inner rock star, Music Workshop will be running an instrument petting zoo! Anyone can turn up and have a go at playing an instrument under the guidance of professional tutors. Expect to be strumming chords, playing melodies, and feeling the thrill of creating music in no time! Each 1-2-1 music tutorial is 20 minutes. Participants can choose from Guitar, Drums, Keyboard and Vocals.

Create A Show in a Day with The Basingstoke Gang Show! Ever wondered what it takes to create a spectacular show? Now's your chance to find out! From crafting inventive props to building a unique scenery wall, trying on an amazing array of costumes, and learning fresh songs and dance routines, you'll uncover all the behind-the-scenes secrets!