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May eventsEvents in Preston

Preston Events in May

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Reet Funny Free Comedy Night at Chew's Yard

Reet Funny Free Comedy Night

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Chew's Yard, Preston

Reet Funny Free Comedy Night

Chew's Yard, Preston

Showcasing the best new acts, fresh material, and brand-new jokes.

Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI) at The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI)

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 3:00am

The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI)

The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

By popular demand we head slightly out of the city just 30 minutes to Darwen town In the cool Basement venue and team up with the mighty bonkers

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez) at The Ferret

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Ferret, Preston

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)

The Ferret, Preston

Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past 30 years return for a special double bill, after their triumphant 2025 show.

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket at Fat Bird

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 1:00am

Fat Bird, Wigan

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket

Fat Bird, Wigan

Comedy returns to Fatbird this month in association with Frog and Bucket Comedy Club. Four hilarious acts, one great night!

Magical MAYhem at Samlesbury Hall

Friday 29th May

10:00am - 3:00pm

Samlesbury Hall, Preston

Samlesbury Hall, Preston

The Witch of Samlesbury Hall returns for a fun, interactive experience for children this May half term.

Digital Evolution NU-Breed Takeover at Vestry

Digital Evolution NU-Breed Takeover

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 1:00am

Vestry, Chorley

Digital Evolution NU-Breed Takeover

Vestry, Chorley

Digital Evolution return to Vestry in 2026 for the first of their "NU-BREED TAKEOVER" events, showcasing upcoming artists & their associated brands.

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Preston at Preston Secret Venue (TBA)

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Preston

Friday 29th May

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Preston Secret Venue (TBA)

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Preston

Preston Secret Venue (TBA)

These events by Unified Dating offer a relaxed and friendly way to easily meet new people locally.

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More at ARTCH Studios

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More

Saturday 30th May

3:00pm - 1:00am

ARTCH Studios, Preston

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More

ARTCH Studios, Preston

URTH & GHAP present multiple headlining DJ's at one of Preston's Biggest & Best venues for house music with multiple stages on the 30th of May 2026

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath at The Continental

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath

Saturday 30th May

8:00pm - 11:00pm

The Continental, Preston

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath

The Continental, Preston

The most authentic and by far the best Black Sabbath tribute in the UK! Plus special guests JACKSON HEWITT

Live The Dream Presents The Generations at BVSMNT

Live The Dream Presents The Generations

Saturday 30th May

7:00pm - 2:00am

Live The Dream Presents The Generations

We're back! Live The Dream presents The Generations - Oldskool & New Skool united for one epic night of music, vibes & memories.

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006 at The Ferret

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006

Saturday 30th May

9:00pm - 3:00am

The Ferret, Preston

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006

The Ferret, Preston

First event of 2026 with a fire headliner inbound. More details TBA!

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston at SHOP Preston CIC

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston

Saturday 30th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

SHOP Preston CIC

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston

SHOP Preston CIC

Small Hours returns, this time bringing two of Manchester's finest to one of Preston's most intimate venues

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Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI) at The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI)

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 3:00am

The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

Totally lost it goes Bonkers (22 years of TLI)

The Basement Borough Road, Darwen, BB3 2FT

By popular demand we head slightly out of the city just 30 minutes to Darwen town In the cool Basement venue and team up with the mighty bonkers

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez) at The Ferret

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Ferret, Preston

James Walsh (Starsailor) & Ben Ottewell (Gomez)

The Ferret, Preston

Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past 30 years return for a special double bill, after their triumphant 2025 show.

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More at ARTCH Studios

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More

Saturday 30th May

3:00pm - 1:00am

ARTCH Studios, Preston

URTH x GHAP 30th Of May: Boss Priester, Lottie J, Chopper & More

ARTCH Studios, Preston

URTH & GHAP present multiple headlining DJ's at one of Preston's Biggest & Best venues for house music with multiple stages on the 30th of May 2026

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath at The Continental

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath

Saturday 30th May

8:00pm - 11:00pm

The Continental, Preston

Sabbotage - #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath

The Continental, Preston

The most authentic and by far the best Black Sabbath tribute in the UK! Plus special guests JACKSON HEWITT

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket at Fat Bird

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 1:00am

Fat Bird, Wigan

Comedy Night at Fatbird in association with Frog and Bucket

Fat Bird, Wigan

Comedy returns to Fatbird this month in association with Frog and Bucket Comedy Club. Four hilarious acts, one great night!

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston at SHOP Preston CIC

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston

Saturday 30th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

SHOP Preston CIC

Contours & Ellen Beth Abdi | Small Hours @ SHOP, Preston

SHOP Preston CIC

Small Hours returns, this time bringing two of Manchester's finest to one of Preston's most intimate venues

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006 at The Ferret

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006

Saturday 30th May

9:00pm - 3:00am

The Ferret, Preston

Bad Wax Audio - BWA006

The Ferret, Preston

First event of 2026 with a fire headliner inbound. More details TBA!

Next Act: 1st Birthday! at ARTCH Studios

Next Act: 1st Birthday!

Sunday 31st May

3:30pm - 6:15pm

ARTCH Studios, Preston

Next Act: 1st Birthday!

ARTCH Studios, Preston

Join us for another afternoon of live performances from local talent as we celebrate our 1st birthday! Singers, actors, poets & comedians!

Live The Dream Presents The Generations at BVSMNT

Live The Dream Presents The Generations

Saturday 30th May

7:00pm - 2:00am

Live The Dream Presents The Generations

We're back! Live The Dream presents The Generations - Oldskool & New Skool united for one epic night of music, vibes & memories.

Magical MAYhem at Samlesbury Hall

Friday 29th May

10:00am - 3:00pm

Samlesbury Hall, Preston

Samlesbury Hall, Preston

The Witch of Samlesbury Hall returns for a fun, interactive experience for children this May half term.

Single Mingle (Preston) 50's & 60's - Saturday 30th May 2026! at Baluga Bar And Club

Single Mingle (Preston) 50's & 60's - Saturday 30th May 2026!

Saturday 30th May

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Baluga Bar And Club, Preston

Single Mingle (Preston) 50's & 60's - Saturday 30th May 2026!

Baluga Bar And Club, Preston

Say goodbye to endless swiping and hello to real conversations with 200+ friendly singles, in their 50s & 60s+ on the ultimate night-out!

Reet Funny Free Comedy Night at Chew's Yard

Reet Funny Free Comedy Night

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Chew's Yard, Preston

Reet Funny Free Comedy Night

Chew's Yard, Preston

Showcasing the best new acts, fresh material, and brand-new jokes.

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