Save the date: Skiddle celebrates 25th birthday in April 2026

Come and raise a glass to 25 years of music, mayhem, making memories, sharing laughs, and, of course, ticketing! Join us in April 2026.

Date published: 1st May 2025

Skiddle’s 25th birthday is approaching. To celebrate in style, we’ll be taking over Blackpool Tower Ballroom in Blackpool on Thursday 30th April 2026. Mark your calendars! 

Let’s step back in time for a moment. It’s Tuesday 1st May 2001. The carpet at Tokyo Jo’s in Preston is sticky, the balloons are bobbing, and Cream Nightclub legend Paul Bleasdale is making the speakers sweat. Amongst the chaos, a small band of students is launching something new - a little nightlife guide called Skiddle.com.

There are rumours about what went down (some best left unverified), but with no Instagram, no TikTok, and Tom from MySpace still five years away from sliding into our friends list, Skiddle was born.

Fast forward, and what started as a late-night side hustle between two mates, Rich and Ben, is now a leading force in event promotion and ticket sales across the UK. From basements to arenas, from BBQs and soon to be Blackpool Tower - we've done it all. And now, we’re throwing a party to celebrate!

Our 25th celebration will bring a night of dinner, awards, dancing, and the classic Skiddle brand of joyful chaos. This one’s for everyone who’s been part of the journey - friends, family, customers, collaborators, and the countless dance floors we’ve called home.

Come and raise a glass to 25 years of music, mayhem, making memories, sharing laughs, and, of course, ticketing!  

Sign up for Skiddle’s 25th birthday celebration now towards the bottom of this page. We can’t wait to see you there! 

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.