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Clubs

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Tribal Life - Open Air at Eutopia Warehouse

Tribal Life - Open Air

Saturday 4th July

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Tribal Life - Open Air

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Tribal Life presents its massive OPEN AIR day event for the summer set in one of London's most exclusive locations by the River Thames...

Wiley Live Performance plus Meet & Greet at The Loft Clacton at The Loft Nightclub Clacton On Sea

Wiley Live Performance plus Meet & Greet at The Loft Clacton

Saturday 18th July

9:00pm - 2:30am

The Loft Nightclub Clacton On Sea, Clacton-on-Sea

Wiley Live Performance plus Meet & Greet at The Loft Clacton

The Loft Nightclub Clacton On Sea, Clacton-on-Sea

UK Grime legend Wiley comes to The Loft Nightclub, Clacton-on-Sea for an exclusive live performance & meet and greet.

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DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London at Eutopia Warehouse

DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London

Sat 13th - Sun 14th June

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

For our only UK stop on our European tour we land at the brand spanking new Eutopia WHS Barking for a 2 day weekend outdoor & indoor affair.

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch at The Cuban

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 27th June

12:30pm - 4:00pm

The Cuban, Canterbury

SummerSeries - 90s, 00s, Ibiza & Club Classics Bottomless Brunch

The Cuban, Canterbury

Expect iconic throwbacks, euphoric anthems, guilty pleasures & hands-in-the-air moments all day long with Special Guests bringing the ultimate party!

Day Disco (Over 30's) - Saturday 25th July 2026 at Casino Rooms

Day Disco (Over 30's) - Saturday 25th July 2026

Saturday 25th July

3:00pm - 8:00pm

Casino Rooms, Rochester

Day Disco (Over 30's) - Saturday 25th July 2026

Casino Rooms, Rochester

At Day Disco, we believe that everyone Over 30 deserves to escape their stressful lives, have fun like the old days and still be home by 9pm!

SURGE X The Source Bar Presents: Amplify + Weejii & More at The Source Bar (Courtyard)

SURGE X The Source Bar Presents: Amplify + Weejii & More

Saturday 18th July

10:00pm - 4:00am

The Source Bar (Courtyard), Maidstone

SURGE X The Source Bar Presents: Amplify + Weejii & More

The Source Bar (Courtyard), Maidstone

Drum & Bass returns to The Source Bar this July with Amplify + Weejii & Many More.

In Memory Of FLOOD at The Source

In Memory Of FLOOD

Saturday 13th June

3:00pm - 4:00am

The Source, Maidstone

In Memory Of FLOOD

The Source, Maidstone

In memory of Karl Josef FLOOD All admission fees will be donated to charity.

Summerdaze at Sunrooms 2

Saturday 4th July

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Sunrooms 2, Southend-on-Sea

Sunrooms 2, Southend-on-Sea

Day event for the Oldskool bought to you by the Oldskool. The best in hands in the air, happy house and ravehouse breaks.

Gigs

Canterbury Live Presents: Madness at The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence

Canterbury Live Presents: Madness

Sunday 9th August

2:00pm - 10:30pm

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

Canterbury Live Presents: Madness

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

Madness return to Canterbury this summer for a huge outdoor show at the iconic St Lawrence Ground, Kent Cricket on Sunday 9th August.

Canterbury Live Presents: Becky Hill at The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence

Canterbury Live Presents: Becky Hill

Saturday 8th August

2:00pm - 10:30pm

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

Canterbury Live Presents: Becky Hill

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

Becky Hill brings her euphoric catalogue of hits to Canterbury on Saturday 8th August, headlining a huge open-air show at St Lawrence Ground.

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July at Rochester Castle

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July

Sunday 5th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July

Rochester Castle, Kent

McFly are taking over the stunning Rochester Castle this summer! Mark your calendars for a huge day on Sunday 5th July 2026

Canterbury Live presents: JLS at The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence

Canterbury Live presents: JLS

Friday 7th August

3:00pm - 10:30pm

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

Canterbury Live presents: JLS

The Spitfire Ground St Lawrence, Canterbury

With support from The Wanted 2.0 and special guest Pixie Lott!

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The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July at Rochester Castle

The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July

Saturday 4th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July

Rochester Castle, Kent

The Libertines are taking over Rochester Castle this summer!

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend at Garon Park

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend

Sunday 30th August

2:30pm - 10:30pm

Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend

Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea

Get ready for an unforgettable day-to-night event as UB40 featuring Ali Campbell returns to Southend.

Becky Hill at Colchester Castle

Saturday 22nd August

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Becky Hill at Colchester Castle Park on 22nd August 2026

Fatboy Slim at Colchester Castle

Saturday 29th August

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Fatboy Slim at Colchester Castle Summer Series on 29th August 2026

Festivals

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Maid of Stone 2026 at Mote Park

Maid of Stone 2026

Fri 17th - Sun 19th July

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent

Maid of Stone 2026

Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent

Maid of Stone Festival returns to Maidstone's Mote Park, Kent in 2026, hosting three days of rock music, great beer, activities and more!

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Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle at Rochester Castle

Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle

Friday 3rd July

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle

Rochester Castle, Kent

Ministry of Sound Classical live at Rochester Castle - iconic dance anthems performed by orchestra and vocalists in a spectacular open-air show

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park at Chelmsford Central Park

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park

Sunday 30th August

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Chelmsford Central Park

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Central Park

New World Festival returns on Sunday 30th August to a brand new stunning location of Chelmsford Central Park headlined by Craig David.

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly at Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly

Saturday 29th August

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly

Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series presents: McFly, who will return to Essex for a special outdoor show in Central Park on Saturday 29th August.

A New Day Festival 2026 at Mt Ephraim Gardens Hernhill Faversham Kent

A New Day Festival 2026

Fri 21st - Sun 23rd August

11:30am - 11:00pm

Mt Ephraim Gardens Hernhill Faversham Kent

A New Day Festival 2026

Mt Ephraim Gardens Hernhill Faversham Kent

3 day outdoor festival, held in the beautiful setting of Mt Ephraim Gardens, featuring the very best in classic and progrock, blues and roots music.

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90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest at Harrow Lodge Park

90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest

Friday 10th July

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Harrow Lodge Park, London

90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest

Harrow Lodge Park, London

The best of the 90's & 00's - Old Skool Garage, House Classics, Old Skool RnB, 90's Anthems, Club Classics & Jungle!

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Essex Summer Fest at Harrow Lodge Park

Essex Summer Fest

Sat 11th - Sun 12th July

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch

Essex Summer Fest

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch

A fantastic 2 day event featuring 70s/80s legends Odyssey and Heatwave, supported by a range of amazing tributes, family themed shows and attractions!

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Secret Island Festival at STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL

Secret Island Festival

Fri 7th - Sun 9th August

7:00pm - 9:00pm

STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL, East Mersea

Secret Island Festival

STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL, East Mersea

Secret Island Festival, back on Mersea Island for 3 days of house, disco, DnB & live bands over 4 stages, now with camping for the full island escape.

Comedy

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing at Circus Tavern

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing

Saturday 22nd May 2027

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Circus Tavern, Purfleet

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing

Circus Tavern, Purfleet

Gary Delaney is bring his brand now tour " Gary On Laughing" to The Circus Tavern on Saturday 22nd May 2027. Tickets on sale now

Big sit down for stand up at The Welcome Club

Big sit down for stand up

Friday 12th June

7:30pm - 11:00pm

The Welcome Club, Stanford-le-Hope

Big sit down for stand up

The Welcome Club, Stanford-le-Hope

Adults only comedy show with seven comedians.

Captain Breadbeard's Alternative Comedy Night at Cosy Club Canterbury

Captain Breadbeard's Alternative Comedy Night

Tuesday 7th July

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Cosy Club Canterbury

Captain Breadbeard's Alternative Comedy Night

Cosy Club Canterbury

Dave Watt (aka Captain Breadbeard) hosts his monthly alternative stand-up comedy night in the heart of Canterbury.

Comedy Club Live at Mercury Theatre, UK

Comedy Club Live

Friday 6th November

7:30pm - 9:45pm

Mercury Theatre, UK, Colchester

Comedy Club Live

Mercury Theatre, UK, Colchester

A huge night of live stand-up comedy comes to starring James Redmond, Patrick Monahan, Nathan Caton and Jessie Nixon

Theatre, Arts & Culture

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26 at Buzz Bingo Colchester

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26

Saturday 13th June

6:45pm - 11:00pm

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Do you think you can Beat the Beast? Join us for bingo follwed by a quiz hosted by the legendary Mark Labbett!

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails at Coda

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails

Wednesday 17th June

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Coda, Colchester

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails

Coda, Colchester

Daisy Diamond Presents: A Night of Amorous Artistry at Coda

Kulture Lab at Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Monday 27th July + 7 other dates

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Kulture Lab is a weekly Class, Workshop & Creative Lab designed for dancers and performers who want to go beyond choreography.

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Medway 12/09/26 at Buzz Bingo Medway

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Medway 12/09/26

Saturday 12th September

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Buzz Bingo Medway, Rochester

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Medway 12/09/26

Buzz Bingo Medway, Rochester

Do you think you can Beat the Beast? Join us for bingo follwed by a quiz hosted by the legendary Mark Labbett!

Experiences & Attractions

90s vs 00s Bottomless Brunch at BALLIN' Maidstone

90s vs 00s Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 27th June

11:30am - 3:00pm

BALLIN' Maidstone

90s vs 00s Bottomless Brunch

BALLIN' Maidstone

Step back in time and relive the ultimate 90s vs 00s showdown with a brunch packed full of throwback anthems, iconic hits and non-stop nostalgia.

Drag Bingo Bottomless Brunch at BALLIN' Maidstone

Drag Bingo Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 13th June

11:30am - 3:00pm

BALLIN' Maidstone

Drag Bingo Bottomless Brunch

BALLIN' Maidstone

Laughs, glam, and outrageous fun! Drag queens host bingo, with bottomless drinks, big tunes and nonstop cheeky vibes.

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Maidstone // Saturday 18th July at The Bier Keller

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Maidstone // Saturday 18th July

Saturday 18th July

4:30pm - 9:00pm

The Bier Keller, Maidstone

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Maidstone // Saturday 18th July

The Bier Keller, Maidstone

This isn't just bingo. It's something completely different - designed with you in mind, and packed with surprises from start to finish.

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July at Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July

Saturday 4th July

5:30pm - 10:30pm

Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July

Trilogy Colchester

This isn't just bingo. It's something completely different - designed with you in mind, and packed with surprises from start to finish.

Food & Drink

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26 at Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26

Saturday 13th June

6:45pm - 11:45pm

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Blending fierce hip-hop choreography, cheeky strip-tease moments, and bold cowboy swagger, WILDWEST is a modern cowboy showdown! 18+ gambleaware.org

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon at Buzz Bingo Basildon

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon

Friday 12th June + 2 other dates

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Basildon

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon

Buzz Bingo Basildon

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath at Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Sunday 28th June

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Colchester at Buzz Bingo Colchester

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Colchester

Sunday 28th June

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Colchester

£10 Bingo Night Out 28/06 - Buzz Bingo Colchester

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Sport

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Panama at BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Panama

Saturday 27th June

6:00pm - 1:00am

BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Panama

BALLIN' Maidstone

England's Final Group Game! Kent's Largest World Cup Fan Park with Kent's Largest Screen & 22 Additional Screens, Pre & Post Match Party & Surprises!

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Croatia at BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Croatia

Wednesday 17th June

6:00pm - 12:00am

BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Croatia

BALLIN' Maidstone

England's opening game! Kent's Largest World Cup Fan Park with Kent's Largest Screen & 22 Additional Screens, Pre & Post Match Party & Surprises!

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex) at 44 Moulsham Street

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex)

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 2:00am

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex)

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

ESSEX. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Chelmsford.

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Ghana at BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Ghana

Tuesday 23rd June

6:00pm - 12:00am

BALLIN' Maidstone

World Cup 2026 - England Vs Ghana

BALLIN' Maidstone

Second Group Game at Kent's Largest World Cup Fan Park with Kent's Largest Screen & 22 Additional Screens, Pre & Post Match Party & Surprises!

Family Days Out

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh at The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

Sunday 13th September

1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party is the ultimate event for all young K-Pop fans!

Wrestling in Southend, Shoeburyness! at Thorpe Hall School

Wrestling in Southend, Shoeburyness!

Saturday 11th July

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Thorpe Hall School, Southend-on-Sea

Wrestling in Southend, Shoeburyness!

Thorpe Hall School, Southend-on-Sea

Get ready Southend! Live professional wrestling is back at the Thorpe Hall school on Wakering Road!

Wrestling in Ilford! at Ilford Sports Club

Wrestling in Ilford!

Sunday 19th July

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ilford Sports Club

Wrestling in Ilford!

Ilford Sports Club

Live professional wrestling is back at the Ilford Sports club! WrestleForce presents another 2 hours of epic action the whole family can enjoy!

Wrestling in Chelmsford! at Theatre The Boswells School

Wrestling in Chelmsford!

Saturday 27th June

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Theatre The Boswells School, Chelmsford

Wrestling in Chelmsford!

Theatre The Boswells School, Chelmsford

Get ready Chelmsford! Live professional wrestling is back in town! Saturday June 27th at the Boswells school auditorium for the 1st time!

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