# Event Details - **Event Name**: Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am (+01:00) - **Event Description**: A full Aba Shanti-I sound system session at Horntye Park as part of Hidden Beach Festival 2026 — roots, dub and sound system culture.About this EventAba Shanti-I — In SessionHidden Beach Festival 2026Horntye Park Sports Complex, HastingsRoots, culture and vibration at Horntye ParkThe mighty Aba Shanti-I returns to Hastings with the full sound system, bringing an evening of deep roots, spiritual upliftment and unmistakable vibration to Horntye Park Sports Complex.Recognised worldwide as one of the most influential figures in sound system culture, Aba Shanti-I has been carrying roots, culture and consciousness through sound for over three decades. A resident sound system at Notting Hill Carnival since 1993 — the same year he was named No.1 DJ in the world by DJ Magazine — Aba has played across the UK and internationally, from Brazil to Japan, Mexico to the US.Drawing inspiration from artists such as Dennis Brown, Bob Marley, Junior Delgado, Yabby You and Prince Lincoln Thompson, Aba’s sound weaves classic roots reggae and dub with his signature use of reverb, delay and live effects — creating a deep, immersive and unmistakable sonic language.From his early days as Jasmine Joe on Jah Tubby’s sound system, through the founding of the University of Dub, to producing music with Blood Shanti and the Shanti-Ites on the Falasha label, Aba Shanti-I’s work has helped shape, protect and elevate sound system culture as a living tradition.On Saturday 8th August, that tradition comes to the coast.ExpectRoots reggae & dub selectionsDeep, immersive sound system cultureCommunity vibes & positive messageA rare coastal session with a legendary operatorEvent detailsSaturday 8th August5pm – MidnightHorntye Park Sports Complex, HastingsPart of the Hidden Beach Summer of Culture programme.Come early. Stay late. Feel the sound. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-leonards-on-sea/aba-shanti-i-—-in-session-hidden-beach-festival-2026/100001979513529253 - **Event Categories**: festivals, sports, art, fine-arts, carnivals, reggae - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.55, max: 11.55, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: St Leonard's on Sea - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Horntye Park Sports Complex - **lat**: 50.8612869 - **long**: 0.5651103 - **full address**: Horntye Park Sports Complex, Bohemia Road, St Leonard's on Sea, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c9bb37c24196fe0dfe304529b92cda2507dc318d4a1ed59e3b86305ef84aa201-rimg-w1200-h640-dc020202-gmir.jpg?v=1767383153 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 being held? - **A:** Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am at Horntye Park Sports Complex, Bohemia Road, St Leonard's on Sea, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026? - **A:** Tickets for Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 are priced at GBP 12 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 12 + GBP 2 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026? - **A:** Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 is organized by Hidden Beach. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Aba Shanti-I — In Session Hidden Beach Festival 2026 is ideal for families, kids, and anyone looking for a fun-filled day of rides, games, and festive entertainment. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in St Leonard's on Sea, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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