Skiddle's big fat festival guide: UK edition - July

23rd Jun 2026 2:02pm

No Glastonbury? No problem. The best UK festivals in July 2026, spanning every size, genre, and vibe.

Free cocktail festival Taste The Orient to open in London next week

18th Jun 2026 3:18pm

The team behind London Cocktail Week are bringing a free festival to the capital next week, featuring Asian-inspired drinks at some of the city's finest bars.

KOJ's TRiBE returns for Liverpool Music Month with ONEDA and Finite Experience

16th Jun 2026 11:53am

KOJ's acclaimed TRiBE showcase returns to 24 Kitchen Street as part of Liverpool Music Month, celebrating the release of new single PUNK PANTHER.

The best beer gardens in Manchester

18th Jun 2026 12:24pm

When Manchester (finally) gets some sunshine, the whole city heads outdoors for a pint. Here are the best beer gardens in Manchester so you can grab a spot in the sun.

Where to watch the Fifa World Cup 2026 in Birmingham

6th Jul 2026 11:17am

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.

Manchester's Space Afrika bring immersive new film installation to London's ICA this week

8th Jun 2026 1:36pm

Space Afrika and Valentin Noujaïm's new exhibition, The Dark Wood, is now open at London's ICA, combining film, sound and urban storytelling to haunting effect.

A new celebration of black music to launch in London next month

29th May 2026 11:40am

The Music Is Black festival will be a free-to-attend event at London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Ezra Collective announces fourth studio album 'Here Because of Hope'

29th May 2026 9:55am

London-born jazz band Erza Collective shares details on upcoming album and new music release. Read more below.

The White Hotel to close in January after 10 years

28th May 2026 10:13am

Salford’s 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.

Skiddle's big fat festival guide: Europe edition - June

26th May 2026 5:30pm

Sun, sea, and absolutely no suspicious parents? Sign us up, and even better, paired with some of the best festivals across Europe. Spanning across all genres, read more below!

Skiddle's big fat festival guide: UK edition - June

27th May 2026 9:39am

The best UK festivals in June, covering indie, pop, house, techno, DnB, country, metal, hardcore, disco, psytrance, and so much more. Skiddle's Big Fat Fest Guide is back!

Now Wave-resurrected venue The Abbey announce opening gigs

21st May 2026 11:31am

Willie J Healey, 1000 Rabbits, Spanish Horses, and Ora Cogan are among the opening slew of acts playing at the resurrected Mancunian haunt, beginning in June.

From protest to party: the evolution of Pride

1st Jun 2026 1:55pm

From six nights of protest to Britney and cocktails, we traced how Pride has evolved since its inception 56 years ago.

The Best Desert Festivals

29th Jun 2026 10:25am

Ever wanted to leave the world behind, go out in the middle of nowhere, and enjoy some tunes as a free spirit? We’ve got just the thing for you! Here are the best desert festivals in 2026.

The Best Punk, Rock and Metal Festivals

28th May 2026 4:05pm

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.