https://www.skiddle.com/news/ Latest Entertainment news and reviews.. including album releases, gig and tour news, festival dates and ticket competitions en-us Copyright Skiddle.com 2026 noreply@skiddle.com 40 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:03:18 GMT Featuring collaborations with Joy Crookes, Nilfer Yanya and Arooj Aftab, the new record arrives alongside a fan-requested single and details of a brand-new live show set to debut later this year. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Bonobo-announces-new-album-Distance-In-Static-and-unveils-latest-single/61740/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:37:00 BST Looking for where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Birmingham? Discover the best fan zones, pubs, and giant-screen England watchalongs across Brum and the Black Country. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Where-to-watch-the-Fifa-World-Cup-2026-in-Birmingham/61738/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:13:00 BST Returning to the 'Worker Bee' city for its third instalment, read more about this year's mixture of international and local names, as well as the introduction of festival passes. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Creatures-Comedy-Festival-2026-lineups-venues-and-whats-new/61739/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:25:00 BST Looking for the best beer gardens in Birmingham? From Digbeth favourites and canalside pubs to historic boozers and craft beer taprooms, these Birmingham beer gardens are perfect for sunny days. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-beer-gardens-in-Birmingham/61737/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:15:00 BST From music production and sport to mentoring and wellbeing support, discover how our new partnership with OnSide will help young people access opportunities that could shape their future. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Skiddle-pledges-to-raise-500000-for-youth-charity-OnSide/61732/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:00:00 BST The Tresor Academy of Subcultural Understanding is accepting global applicants for the first time for their free three-week programme, teaching young people how to run subcultural spaces in their cities https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Berlins-Tresor-is-opening-its-doors-to-the-future-club-founders-of-the-world/61736/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:16:00 BST Space Afrika and Valentin Noujam's new exhibition, The Dark Wood, is now open at London's ICA, combining film, sound and urban storytelling to haunting effect. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Manchesters-Space-Afrika-bring-immersive-new-film-installation-to-Londons-ICA-this-week/61735/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:36:00 BST From Norman Jay and Dub Pistols, to Paddington and Wicked, to PDC Darts and Wimbledon, BST Hyde Park's Open House is back for eight days this summer. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/BST-Hyde-Parks-free-Open-House-programme-returns-with-outdoor-cinema-live-music-kids-activities-and-more/61734/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:57:00 BST Melodic techno star Massano returns to Liverpool this October for a major homecoming show inside The Dome at Grand Central Hall - Tickets now live! https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Liverpools-Massano-announces-huge-homecoming-headline-show-at-The-Dome/61733/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:06:00 BST Footie stars Mbapp, Ronaldo, Haaland, Fernandes, Vini Jr, and van Dijk also make appearances. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Nike-World-Cup-ad-featuring-Kim-K-Travis-Scott-footie-legends-goes-viral-/61731/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:55:00 BST They'll feature massive screens, DJs, food, bars, and an unbeatable atmosphere. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Epsom-Esher-and-Vauxhall-to-host-incredible-World-Cup-fanparks-/61730/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:47:00 BST Burlesque, fire, circus artistry, and more collide for extraordinary nights out in London. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/London-Cabaret-Collective-brings-burlesque-circus-and-more-to-capital/61729/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:30:00 BST The Hangr will be a new addition to the Steel City, unlike anything seen before, where Eats Everything will launch their debut event. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Eats-Everything-to-headline-launch-night-of-Sheffields-brand-new-club/61726/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:20:00 BST Guest artists choose five tracks with fewer than 5,000 streams every week. All killer, no filler. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Five-Under-Five/59975/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:10:00 BST You can apply to perform at Salfords Media City festival, which goes down in October, now. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Manchester-festival-Beyond-The-Music-opens-artist-applications-for-2026/61728/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:56:00 BST Deep Dish, Smokin Jo and Pattn will soundtrack the first edition of the new daytime series , bringing together electronic music, immersive production and a unique setting. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Manchesters-Victoria-Baths-to-host-new-immersive-daytime-dance-event-Escapism/61727/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:33:00 BST Fisher, Sonny Fodera, Patrick Topping, MK and Jazzy are among the names joining the Radio 1 favourite in Mallorca this summer, with a series of house-fuelled parties planned at one of the islands biggest clubs. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Danny-Howard-returns-to-BCM-Mallorca-with-Nothing-Else-Matters-summer-residency/61725/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:48:00 BST Armin van Buuren will lead the celebrations as the globally renowned dance music brand marks 25 years with a huge warehouse show in the English capital this November. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/A-State-of-Trance-announces-first-ever-UK-indoor-festival-at-Drumsheds/61724/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:22:00 BST Find out where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Glasgow this summer and back the boys in blue as they bid for glory at their first World Cup in almost three decades. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Where-to-watch-the-FIFA-World-Cup-2026-in-Glasgow/61718/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:46:00 BST With drag, burlesque, aerial, and circus talent, Madam Lola's is the hottest new night out in Brighton. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/New-cabaret-club-Madam-Lolas-now-open-in-Brighton/61650/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:27:00 BST Watch the satirical new video for the psych-inspired outfit's latest single, Future Country, and discover where you can catch them live on the road in 2027. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Pigeon-announce-2027-UK-tour-and-share-new-Future-Country-video/61723/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:44:00 BST It's Coming Home! To get stuck into all things 2026 FIFA World Cup and more in Manchester, scroll down now! https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Where-to-watch-the-FIFA-World-Cup-2026-in-Manchester/61720/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:20:00 BST If you missed the 2026 edition, you're in luck as Caf Mambo Ibiza will be back at Coombe Abbey for an unforgettable festival of Ibiza Classics. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Caf-Mambo-Ibiza-to-return-to-Coombe-Abbey-with-a-huge-2027-lineup/61721/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:35:00 BST Containing cards from Shoom, The Haienda, Ministry of Sound and more, this huge rave membership card archive from Rob Ford is heading to auction via Bonhams this month. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/A-1700-piece-archive-of-British-rave-history-could-sell-for-up-to-80000-this-month/61719/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:36:00 BST Russell T Davies' It's A Sin is heading to Manchester's Aviva Studios in 2027 as a powerful new dance production from Rambert and Factory International. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Its-A-Sin-is-coming-to-Manchester-reimagined-as-a-powerful-new-dance-production/61717/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:09:00 BST From six nights of protest to Britney and cocktails, we traced how Pride has evolved since its inception 56 years ago. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/From-protest-to-party-the-evolution-of-Pride/60299/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:55:00 BST All WHP 2026 events so far: The Streets, You&Me, Solomun, Overmono, Tiesto, Hannah Laing, KI/KI, Interplanetary Criminal, and more. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Warehouse-Project-2026-everything-you-need-to-know/61707/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:35:00 BST Released on 5th June, Ewan McVicars 'Keep It Tribal' brings together Clanadonia, Tommy Flanagan, Bryce Drennan, and more for a new unofficial Scotland World Cup anthem. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Has-Ewan-McVicar-created-Scotlands-soundtrack-for-the-2026-World-Cup/61716/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:19:00 BST Sara Pascoe will headline a free LEGO DUPLO comedy event in Manchester next month, while little ones enjoy supervised creative play sessions. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Parents-can-enjoy-free-comedy-while-kids-play-at-Manchester-LEGO-event-this-month/61715/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:40:00 BST Looking for a sun-soaked scouse spot to sink a few cold beers with the pals? Well, we've got you covered with all the best beer gardens in Liverpool to do just that. Scroll down and check them out! https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-beer-gardens-in-Liverpool/61714/ Fri, 29 May 2026 18:07:00 BST With Tuchels tricky Three Lions raring to go, find out the best places to soak up the goals and glory in Liverpool, from booming box parks to https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Where-to-watch-the-2026-FIFA-World-Cup-in-Liverpool-/61713/ Fri, 29 May 2026 17:09:00 BST The music venue is also gearing up to celebrate its 20th anniversary. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/East-London-venue-Village-Underground-reveals-new-open-air-terrace/61712/ Fri, 29 May 2026 16:40:00 BST The independent underground bass crew Mukes boasts MOLL B2B Maracuya, Sherpa, SINDA, and more, powered by Dankashire Soundsystem. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Grassroots-MCR-bass-music-crew-takes-over-The-Yard-this-Saturday/61711/ Fri, 29 May 2026 16:31:00 BST This new chapter will see the festival take place in a new outdoor home in Glasgow. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Terminal-V-announces-new-location-and-more-ahead-of-10th-anniversary-/61710/ Fri, 29 May 2026 15:40:00 BST With lead single B.U.N, Roll Deep announces new mixtape 'Best In The Game Mixtape'. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Grime-collective-Roll-Deep-return-with-new-material-in-14-years/61709/ Fri, 29 May 2026 14:10:00 BST The Music Is Black festival will be a free-to-attend event at London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/A-new-celebration-of-black-music-to-launch-in-London-next-month/61708/ Fri, 29 May 2026 11:40:00 BST Think festivals think Skiddle. For those who enjoy soundsystems nestled within luscious woodland, these forest festivals should do the trick. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-forest-festivals/55273/ Fri, 29 May 2026 11:30:00 BST The Smiths legend and Manchester native reflects on the experiences that shaped his career for Apple Music's Origin Stories, revealing why the city remains vital to his creative process. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Johnny-Marr-reflects-on-Manchester-roots-in-new-Origin-Stories-episode/61699/ Fri, 29 May 2026 10:15:00 BST London-born jazz band Erza Collective shares details on upcoming album and new music release. Read more below. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Ezra-Collective-announces-fourth-studio-album-Here-Because-of-Hope/61706/ Fri, 29 May 2026 09:55:00 BST The Manchester collective has relaunched, bringing together its label, online vinyl store, DJ talent and events platform. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Do-As-You-Please-relaunch-with-Records--Arts-House-/61705/ Thu, 28 May 2026 16:22:00 BST Stick on your battle jacket, raise your horns to the sky, and open up the pit at these incredible rock, metal, and punk festivals in 2026. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Punk-Rock-and-Metal-Festivals/55137/ Thu, 28 May 2026 16:05:00 BST Promising to be a new live music grassroots venue for the city, the 450-capacity venue will open this autumn on the venues ground floor. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/New-Century-announces-grassroots-music-venue-Locker-opening-this-autumn/61704/ Thu, 28 May 2026 15:33:00 BST Dubtendo and Sub Culture are the newest spaces announced by the indie Derbyshire festival. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Y-Not-Festival-expands-with-new-music-spaces/61703/ Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:00 BST Salfords cult venue confirmed it will close this January in an interview with the Guardian after 10 years, as redevelopment plans place the site in a flood-risk zone. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-White-Hotel-to-close-in-January-after-10-years/61702/ Thu, 28 May 2026 10:13:00 BST More than 32,000 people attended the six-day event, with Madness, Jessie J, Emeli Sand and more helping to deliver the festival's biggest instalment to date. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Good-Times-Live-celebrates-biggest-festival-edition-yet-after-record-crowds/61701/ Thu, 28 May 2026 10:04:00 BST The film, celebrating the London club night for adults with learning disabilities and autism, is seeking donations to help fund editing and its wider distribution plans. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Bubble-Club-documentary-launches-crowdfunding-campaign/61700/ Wed, 27 May 2026 13:53:00 BST Jack Dee, Nick Mohammed, Sara Pascoe and Chris McCausland are among the stars heading to Castlefield Bowl this September as Manchesters open-air comedy festival returns with five nights of stand-up. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Laughterama-returns-to-Manchester-with-biggest-comedy-line-up-yet/61698/ Wed, 27 May 2026 11:37:00 BST The week-long event will take over Liverpools famous waterfront next May, combining world-class Paralympic sport with a groundbreaking arts and culture programme led by deaf, disabled and neurodivergent creatives. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Liverpool-to-host-UKs-first-Inclusive-Sport--Culture-Festival-in-2027/61697/ Wed, 27 May 2026 10:54:00 BST A host of new names have joined the nationwide festival taking over grassroots venues during Glastonburys fallow year, with secret sets, local shows and a spotlight on the spaces supporting future talent. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Fatboy-Slim-Lucy-Spraggan--more-join-nationwide-Everywhere-At-Once-festival/61696/ Wed, 27 May 2026 10:16:00 BST The funding will help 60 venues across Ireland programme more live music and comedy, creating fresh opportunities for emerging artists while supporting the grassroots spaces that help launch new talent. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Irelands-grassroots-music-venues-receive-1-million-euro-funding-boost/61695/ Wed, 27 May 2026 09:54:00 BST