New On Skiddle: Faithless, Outwards, Hybrid Minds, Madness, and more

The best new and upcoming events on Skiddle, featuring a rare open air set from Faithless, a new electronic festival in Manchester, a Brighton beach fest spearheaded by Madness, and more.

Skiddle Staff

Last updated: 23rd Feb 2026

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We’re in the final week of February now, and while your windows might be stained with rainwater and the skies are smothered with gloomy grey clouds, New On Skiddle is here to lift your spirits.

This week has it all; a revered dance group playing a rare open air live show, a new festival in Manchester showcasing the best electronica around, and a drum and bass getaway in the heart of the Mediterranean. Everywhere from the Brighton beachfront to Maltese nightclubs have quality festivals, gigs and club nights waiting to be discovered. Scroll down and get looking!

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Faithless LIVE on Bristol Harbourside

When: Friday 24th July 2026

Where: Bristol Amphitheatre in Bristol

Expect: A legendary dance group playing a rare live show in an idyllic setting

Three decades on from their seminal 1996 release Reverance sees Faithless playing a rare live set on the idyllic Bristol waterfront, joined by Kosheen and Milly On Air. Kicking off the Siren Bristol summer series in style, this one’s not to be missed.

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Outwards

When: Friday 24th July 2026

Where: Progress in Manchester

Expect: New Mancunian festival, packed with a star-studded electronic lineup

A new electronic music festival is heading to Manchester this May. Orbital, The Orb, Moodymann and more are bound for Ardwick’s 5,000 capacity Progress for a gathering rammed with genre superstars and emerging talent alike.

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WAH Malta 2026

When: Friday 4th - Sunday 6th September 2026

Where: Uno Malta in Malta

Expect: The definitive drum and bass getaway in the heart of the Mediterranean

You couldn’t ask for more with this year’s WAH Malta. Spanning three days in the middle of the Mediterranean with names like Shy FX, Wilkinson and Hedex set to star, make sure to book both the festival and plane tickets for this one.

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Hybrid Minds: Open Air Birmingham

When: Saturday 13th June 2026

Where: Luna Springs in Birmingham

Expect: Liquid drum and bass in a secret location

Revered liquid drum and bass duo Hybrid Minds are set to play an open air gig in Birmingham this summer. Located at Digbeth haunt Luna Springs, the lineup hasn’t yet been revealed, so stay tuned.

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On The Beach 2026: Madness presents Madrophenia

When: Thursday 23rd July 2026

Where: Brighton Beach in Brighton

Expect: Festival headlined by a beloved ska group amid Brighton’s beachfront

Headlined by one of the UK’s most beloved bands Madness, Madrophenia is a summer festival bringing ska, funk and more to Brighton’s seafront. Craig Charles, The Selector, and Beatles Dub Club are also set to star.

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Reggae Land

When: Friday 31st July - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Where: The National Bowl in Milton Keynes

Expect: Three (formerly two) days of the finest reggae, dub and dancehall

Reggae Land is one of the festival calendar's standouts, and they've added a Friday to this year's edition. Burna Boy, Masicka, Christopher Martin and more join an already elite lineup.

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FAC51 The Haçienda at Wollaton Hall

When: Saturday 22nd August 2026

Where: Wollaton Hall in Nottingham

Expect: Iconic brand and star-studded names in one of Nottingham’s biggest lineups

We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to open air events here on Skiddle, and we couldn’t not mention FAC51 The Hacienda here. Faithless are leading the action in Nottingham, backed by Roger Sanchez, Graeme Park, Todd Terry, and more.

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Moody Disco: Rossi.

When: Sunday 24th May 2026

Where: TBA in Brighton

Expect: Bank Holiday party stuffed with house and tech house brilliance

Brighton-based party brand Moody Disco are celebrating the May Bank Holiday in style, as they bring London DJ and producer Rossi. to a secret location in the city. Check this one out if you’re in the mood for some tech house.

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Pop Republic Fest

When: Saturday 22nd August 2026

Where: Freight Island in Manchester

Expect: A celebration of 90s and 00s pop anthems

Prepare to wind back the years at Freight Island this August. Nadine Coyle, Bradley from S Club 7, Amelle from Sugababes, and more are part of the ultimate 90s and 00s pop celebration.

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The Brickworks: CALIBRE (3hr Set)

When: Friday 1st May 2026

Where: The Brickworks in Nottingham

Expect: A 3 hour set spinning drum and bass, ambient, and beyond

A true architect of electronic music, Calibre, will be spinning a 3 hour set of D&B, ambient, 140, and more at Nottingham warehouse space The Brickworks. Grab a ticket and enjoy the ride.

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