New On Skiddle: East End Dubs, Enter Shikari, Chicane and more

Among the new events on Skiddle this week are a daytime clubbing event in Chester, two evenings of Balearic anthems in Glasgow and Norwich, and an album launch show in London.

Skiddle Staff

Last updated: 13th Apr 2026

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Monday rolls around quickly, doesn’t it? Wake up, smell the coffee and cast your eye over the latest and greatest events to grace the pages of Skiddle.

This week is one for the all-dayers, the house heads, and the album launch lovers based on what’s in store. Among the new events are a nostalgic gig in the heart of Chelmsford, an album launch show, a day rave taking over a county town, and two evenings on opposite ends of the UK delivering retro house greatness. Let’s not wait a second longer and dive right in, shall we?

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Chelmsford Summer Series 2026 McFly

When: Saturday 29th August 2026

Where: Chelmsford Central Park in Chelmsford

Expect: Noughties nostalgia reincarnated in a special outdoor summer show

‘Tis the season for open air summer shows, and this one is sure to get those wanting to wake up in the early noughties excited. Pop rock’s titans McFly are one of the headline acts at this year’s Chelmsford Summer Series, and what better thing to pair a blue sky with than the family’s favourite band?

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Enter Shikari Album Launch Show

When: Saturday 25th April 2026

Where: Signature Brew Blackhorse Road in London

Expect: An up close look at the St Albans rockers as they play their surprise new album in full

Jacaranda Records continue their impeccable track record of providing must-see live performances and album launches with this one. Rock group Enter Shikari have stunned all with the news of their upcoming latest record, and they’ll be playing the full LP in London later this month.

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Day Fever Outdoors - Chester

When: Saturday 29th August 2025

Where: Carriage Shed in Chester

Expect: Daylong dancing to rock, indie and alternative bangers from the 80s, 90s and beyond.

Vicky McClure, Jonny Owen, and Reverend & The Makers have taken full advantage of the day rave craze with their revered Day Fever series, and are bringing the daytime dancing to the Carriage Shed in Chester. Alternative music fans will be kicking themselves if they miss this one.

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An Evening With Chicane - Norwich

When: Saturday 26th September 2026

Where: Epic Studios in Norwich

Expect: Balearic brilliance in the beating heart of East Anglia

Ever wanted to experience the rhythms and melodies of the White Isle while in Norwich? Now your prayers have been answered, as legendary DJ Chicane is bringing an evening of transcendent trance to Norfolk in September.

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An Evening With Chicane - Glasgow

When: Saturday 14th November 2026

Where: O2 Academy in Glasgow

Expect: Another night of brilliance from the legendary DJ, this time north of the border

Just shy of two months on from his evening in Norfolk and Chicane is back for more, this time in Scotland’s biggest city. The O2 Academy in Glasgow will be the esteemed musician and DJ’s playground for one night only, don’t miss it!

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Julian Fijma at Invisible Wind Factory Liverpool

When: Saturday 6th June 2026

Where: Invisible Wind Factory in Liverpool

Expect: Another unmissable set from a rising star in house at everyone’s favourite dockside venue

Dutch DJ Julian Fijma has risen from the modest city of Enkhuizen to become a rising star in the electronic circuit. The next step for Fijma is a stage at Liverpool’s Invisible Wind Factory, a venue that fizzes with energy and provides the setting for some of the scene’s biggest and best players.

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WYLD Presents East End Dubs

When: Friday 12th June 2026

Where: LAB11 in Birmingham

Expect: Expertly curated deep house and tech house in the heart of Birmingham’s nightlife

London’s very own East End Dubs journeys to the West Midlands for a night of high octane grooves. Having left his mark in the capital’s underground scene, expect an expertly curated night of deep, rolling house, all in the comfort of one of Birmingham’s best venues.

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