New On Skiddle: Festivals, Fanzones and Cathedrals

30th Mar 2026 9:21am

This week’s New On Skiddle features cathedral gigs from B*Witched & Scouting For Girls, a pair of Warehouse Project events at Depot Mayfield & Amber’s, World Cup fanzones, and a Bristolian dance festival.

The best albums of the year 2025

24th Dec 2025 10:09am

Here are the 30 best albums released in 2025.

Sound and Vision: Acid house, rave & the adoption of the smiley

20th Nov 2025 9:35am

How a simple club flyer, a 303 squelch and a youth movement transformed the smiley into one of music culture’s most enduring visual symbols - and why it’s still everywhere.

New On Skiddle: PAWSA, Friction, Bugged Out, 90s Baby, and more

27th Oct 2025 9:01am

Events featuring Friction, PAWSA, Madness, Basshunter, Paul Elstak, DJ Spoony, Dream Frequency, Livin Joy ft. Luzahnn, QFX, and more.

New On Skiddle: WHP, Crepe City, Paul van Dyk, Snow Patrol, and more

13th Oct 2025 9:04am

Sosa, Ewan McVicar, Prospa, Toxic Machinery, Paul van Dyk, Snow Patrol, Joe.

Madness announced as latest Colchester Castle Summer Series headliner

25th Nov 2024 3:28pm

With iconic tracks like 'Our House' and 'It Must be Love' Madness's headline show Colchester Castle Summer Series is set to be an absolute dream - sign up for presale or secure your payment plan now!

The Best UK Dance and EDM Festivals

4th Mar 2026 3:30pm

Discover the biggest EDM festivals and best dance music festivals in 2026. From Creamfields and Parklife to Forbidden Forest and Terminal V, explore the UK’s top events for house, techno, trance and more.

The Best Music Festivals in Belgium

3rd Mar 2026 11:30am

Whether you want to get lightly beaten up in a mosh or shuffle for three days straight, there’s a festival in Belgium that can make your dreams a reality. Check out the best festivals in Belgium here…

The Best Music Festivals in Ireland

28th Jan 2026 2:53pm

Get acquainted with the Emerald Isle’s best music festivals in our detailed guide, and make plans for an excursion out into the open spaces this spring and summer.

The best music festivals in Amsterdam

14th Mar 2026 5:02pm

If you love a good rave, dancing 'til your legs hurt, and throwing up the occasional gun finger, you’ll love Amsterdam’s music festivals.

The Best Beach Festivals

16th Jun 2026 5:30pm

Sun, sand, and slapping tunes. Check out these unreal beach festivals that’ll leave you dying to hop on the next flight.

Best Music Festivals in France

11th Feb 2026 12:00pm

Discover the best music festivals in France, from Parisian rock giants and beachside raves to alpine dance takeovers and underground woodland escapes.

The best reggae, dub and ska festivals

29th Jul 2026 10:00am

Looking for the best reggae, dub and ska festivals in 2025? You’re in the right place. Here are the festivals to watch out for.

The Best Punk, Rock and Metal Festivals

28th May 2026 4:05pm

Stick on your battle jacket, raise your horns to the sky, and open up the pit at these incredible rock, metal, and punk festivals in 2026.

The UKs Best House and Techno Festivals

26th Feb 2026 5:35pm

Discover the UK's best house festivals and leading techno festivals, from city-centre weekender events to immersive outdoor showcases. Whether you love deep grooves or hard-hitting beats, these house festivals highlight the best of UK electronic music.