New On Skiddle: Overmono, Craig David, Tiësto, and more

Bank Holidays, open-air summer shows, and cracking indie lineups are among this week’s newest events on Skiddle.

Skiddle Staff

Last updated: 9th Mar 2026

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2026 keeps marching on. See what we did there? Believe it or not, we are now knee-deep into March, meteorological winter ended in February so all eyes are fixed on the brighter skies and summer shows ahead.

Open-air summer shows are all the rage on this week’s New On Skiddle, especially when concerning the nation’s capital. London aside, some of the other crackers in store this week include a revered techno brand heading to Newcastle, one of electronica’s favourite duos headlining a Nottingham show, and an indie sleaze fan’s dream lineup gracing a luscious Kent castle. You know the drill, scroll down and find your next event.

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OVERMONO | Boiler Room & Groovebox at Colwick Park

When: Friday 26th June 2026

Where: Colwick Park in Nottingham

Expect: All-day summer session from one of the most acclaimed acts in electronica

The acclaimed Welsh duo are headlining Boiler Room Nottingham this summer. Facilitated by leading electronic music brand Groovebox, the Good Lies pair will head up an all-day summer session at Colwick Park on Friday 26th June.

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New World 2026 ft. Craig David

When: Sunday 30th August 2026

Where: Chelmsford Central Park in Chelmsford

Expect: The R&B star’s TS5 show heads to luscious Essex parkland

New World Festival makes its return to Chelmsford in celebration of its 5th trip around the sun, and what better way to mark it than to bring Craig David’s TS5 show to Essex? Set within 35 acres of parkland, New World never fails to be a standout in the region’s summer calendar.

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Tiësto 2026 | Silverworks Island

When: Sunday 12th July 2026

Where: Silverworks Island in London

Expect: Huge show at London’s Docklands from a giant of the genre

Eight years on from his last appearance in the capital, Dutch electronic megastar Tiësto is returning for an open-air show. Set against the backdrop of the industrial London Docklands, this is your chance to experience a deeper cut of Tiësto’s catalogue.

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Cru2 London

When: Saturday 10th October 2026

Where: XOYO in London

Expect: A freshly renovated London haunt hosting a night of UKG and bassline brilliance

XOYO is freshly renovated, and with that Cru2 is hosting the mother of all UKG parties in October. Brummie DJ and producer Denon Reed will be behind the decks, so get your tickets ready for later this year!

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The Libertines - Rochester Castle

When: Saturday 4th July 2026

Where: Rochester Castle in Rochester

Expect: Scenic venue and a lineup for cider-craving indie fans

Indie rock legends The Libertines are taking over Rochester Castle in July, joined by a guitar lover’s Hall of Fame lineup featuring Maximo Park, Kid Kapichi, and Opus Kink. Plus, it’s at one of Kent’s most beautiful venues.

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Purified London - Open Air w/ Nora En Pure

When: Sunday 21st June 2026

Where: The Cause in London

Expect: Ever-reliable house brand bringing an open-air party to an in-demand venue

One of London’s most popular and in-demand venues is hosting label and brand PURIFIED for its first day party at The Cause. Presented by Nora En Pure, keep your eyes peeled for the full lineup.

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Run Away Festival Surrey

When: Saturday 23rd May 2026

Where: Sandown Racecourse in Esher

Expect: Stacked house and techno lineup in sunny Surrey

Also an Essex staple, Run Away is having a Bank Holiday festival to remember in another home county, as Sandown Racecourse in Surrey welcomes a stacked lineup including Armand Van Helden, Roger Sanchez, Silva Bumpa, and more.

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Samuel Moriero - WHQ

When: Friday 8th May 2026

Where: World Headquarters in Newcastle upon Tyne

Expect: Soon-to-be sellout hard techno show in Tyneside

Teletech are no strangers to putting on a quality show, and this one’s no different. The brand will welcome Samuel Moriero to World Headquarters in Newcastle for what will be a sell-out show. Act fast so you don’t miss this one!

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SOSA Presents: COCO Open Air

When: Saturday 2nd May 2026

Where: The Cause in London

Expect: COCO’s inaugural open-air edition and a must-see Bank Holiday bash

The Cause is on a roll this week, and on the first May Bank Holiday are hosting the first-ever open-air edition of the COCO brand in London and one of the venue’s first outdoor showcases of the season.

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