SCENE Festival returns to HOME this week with packed LGBTQ+ film programme

17th Aug 2026 11:12am

Manchester's premier queer film festival, SCENE, returns to HOME this week in the run-up to Manchester Pride. Check out the programme below!

International Beatleweek Festival brings Beatlemania back to Liverpool

11th Aug 2026 5:01pm

Tickets for an unforgettable tribute show, a convention, and a celebration of the music of 1966 are up for grabs on Skiddle now as part of International Beatleweek Festival.

You a basic b**** or Beyoncé? Find out in these Liverpool karaoke bars

7th Aug 2026 2:33pm

Trying to see who's the Beyoncé of your group? Liverpool's best karaoke bars will help you figure it out. The city's nightlife and music is always exciting, from drag queens and live bands to fancy booths and private rooms.

Fun things to do in Liverpool

6th Aug 2026 12:33pm

Discover fun things to do in Liverpool, from Bingo Lingo and Beatles history to museums, mini golf, comedy, boat tours, record shopping, live music and unforgettable nights out across the city.

Upcoming Nottingham exhibition pays tribute to late painter Sarah Cunningham

4th Aug 2026 5:06pm

‘Sarah Cunningham: Midnight Sun’ brings the late artist’s lush forest-scapes to her home city, running from October to January.

Doom composer Mick Gordon to headline Manchester’s 2027 RADAR Festival

31st Jul 2026 5:20pm

The video game legend will headline Manchester’s RADAR Festival next year.

Not a fan of the club? Here's the best live music bars in Liverpool instead

27th Jul 2026 1:20pm

Let's face it, the club isn't for everybody. In the mood for a bar-meets-club-in-one situation instead? Liverpool’s live music bars have you covered.

The best gay bars in Liverpool

14th Jul 2026 1:48pm

Looking for the best gay bars in Liverpool? From drag and cabaret to karaoke, disco, brunch and late-night clubs, these LGBTQ+ venues are made for big nights out.

doof in the park returns in 2027 - sign up now

9th Jul 2026 11:48am

Hannah Laing’s revered Dundee festival will return next year, and you can sign up for Early Bird tickets now.

The UK's first all-inclusive kids festival, We Are Family, returns in 2026

22nd Jun 2026 9:59am

We Are Family Festival returns to Beckenham this September with Toploader, RaverTots, unlimited rides, character parades and all-inclusive family entertainment.

Syd Barrett’s 80th birthday to be marked with tribute concert

18th Jun 2026 5:09pm

Among the celebration programme is a concert headlined by Kula Shaker, a special album celebrating the former Pink Floyd frontman’s legacy and an exhibition.

The Star & Garter undergoes Manchester City makeover this weekend

21st May 2026 5:07pm

Now known as The Stones & Silva for this bank holiday weekend only, the pop-up pays tribute to the two players who will depart Manchester City this summer.

Eden Ibiza announce weekday party series celebrating UK garage

21st May 2026 4:17pm

Wednesday nights at Eden will be celebrating all things UKG from June through to September, as the Balearic club welcomes 23 Degrees, DJ EZ and Garage Nation.

The Best Folk Music Festivals

21st May 2026 10:12am

Check out our top picks of the Best Folk festivals in the UK and beyond, where you can go being serenaded on a hilltop to jigging in a huge crowd, all in one place!

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.