Laughterama returns to Manchester with biggest comedy line-up yet

27th May 2026 11:37am

Jack Dee, Nick Mohammed, Sara Pascoe and Chris McCausland are among the stars heading to Castlefield Bowl this September as Manchester’s open-air comedy festival returns with five nights of stand-up.

Ireland’s grassroots music venues receive 1 million euro funding boost

27th May 2026 9:54am

The funding will help 60 venues across Ireland programme more live music and comedy, creating fresh opportunities for emerging artists while supporting the grassroots spaces that help launch new talent.

The best beer gardens in Sheffield

22nd May 2026 2:13pm

From industrial courtyards to riverside pints and craft beer hotspots, discover the best beer gardens in Sheffield for sunny sessions, late nights and laid-back afternoons.

20 years of The Warehouse Project celebrated in upcoming short film

21st May 2026 2:27pm

Directed by Leigh Powis, ‘Twenty Years in Manchester’ captures the two decades of WHP’s existence, from Boddingtons to Mayfield.

The best beer gardens in Bristol

21st May 2026 10:38am

From floating pubs to rooftop terraces, discover the best beer gardens in Bristol. These Bristol beer gardens are perfect for sunny pints, cocktails, DJs and laid-back afternoons.

Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after 22-year wait

20th May 2026 10:36am

The Gunners are champions at last, ending a more than two-decade drought as wild celebrations erupt across north London.

Best places to watch the World Cup 2026 in London

22nd May 2026 11:23am

Looking for where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in London? Discover the best fan zones & England screenings across the capital below.

Return to Gouryella: Rediscovering the roots of Ibiza

20th May 2026 7:54am

A movement is taking hold across the White Isle as clubs and promoters attempt to restore authenticity to the dancefloor experience, championing presence and musical journeys over digital distraction and spectacle.

The best beer gardens in Leeds

22nd May 2026 5:00pm

Sun, benches, and a whole lot of astroturf, what more could you ask for? And if you're looking for all that and more in Leeds, you're in the right place. With a mass of the best beer gardens in Leeds, read more below!

Manchester unites at the AO next month for huge '12-round' tribute night for Ricky Hatton

19th May 2026 3:04pm

Evening 4 Ricky lands at Manchester’s AO Arena on the 7th June with 12 rounds of tributes to Hatton, including live music, boxing legends, comedy and more

Fliptrix Interview: From Coldharbour Lane to an off-grid Portuguese farm

15th May 2026 4:18pm

We caught up with the rapper and High Focus Records founder to talk about his album ‘Elevation’ and upcoming tour, his Peruvian pilgrimage and living off-grid in the Portuguese mountains.

Sankeys Manchester reveal seasonal closing party plans and more

15th May 2026 4:00pm

After a successful run since their opening, read more about the Manchester club's seasonal break and plans for a September return.

Get to know... Idioteque

12th May 2026 4:11pm

London collective Idioteque discuss genre-blurring sounds, immersive live shows, emotional storytelling, and the future of downtempo music ahead of new material coming later this year.

New cabaret Madam Lola's to open in Brighton

12th May 2026 9:33am

Here's a new space for you to enjoy on a Brighton night out.

The Best Country Music Festivals

6th May 2026 4:02pm

Tractors, beers, cowboy hats, and the jangling of country music coming through the speakers. These are the best country festivals... Think festivals think Skiddle