AN all-evening music event inspired by a traditional Icelandic festival returns to Walney once more this Saturday.

Organisers of Noon Til Midnight, taking place at The Queens Arms, in Biggar Village, took the format from the popular Aldrei fór ég Suður festival in the West Fjords, which sees 24 acts perform over 12 hours, each with a strict half-hour slot – including time to set up.

It's timely return – the sixth occasion it's been held since 2011 – promises to be as varied as any previous event, featuring solo unplugged sets and full-on rock bands, covering a number of genres.

The action starts, as the name suggests, at noon, with well-known local opera singer and thespian Ian Honeyman performing his acoustic act. The early afternoon sees Dave Watson, Jon Banjovi, and Ashleigh Carling all appear, before Julie Westwood & All The Queens Men take the stage at 2pm.

Bob Bell, Chrissie & Co, and new band Sweet Design fill the next slots, with acclaimed folk trio The Hairy Buskers up at 4pm, ahead of appearances from Al Dante, Phil Collier and The Next Stop.

Acoustic-led indie band Freshman are up at 6pm, followed in quick succession by folk duo Bright Trees, Jamie Bosanko performing material from his debut album, and well-known Ulverstonian artist John Lamb.

Highly-regarded singer-songwriter Collie Stewart performs from 8pm, then relative newcomers Mac & Sam, returning local favourite Zac Thompson, and psychedelic rockers Serene have their stints on stage.

As the event reaches 10pm, The Shapes – who have just put out their debut EP – appear, with hard rock trio Wildfire and young pop punk band Fight For Friday the last acts on before West Cumbrian indie stars The Chadelics wrap things up as the clock strikes midnight.

The family-friendly event also features food and refreshments, and offers free admission.