UK Live Music Industry Reaches £6.68 Billion in Consumer Spend
Total consumer spend on live music in the UK reached £6.68 billion last year, showing a significant increase, but challenges remain for grassroots operators.
Great Yarmouth music festival cancelled amid backlash
A neo-Nazi music festival in Great Yarmouth, UK, has been cancelled after backlash to what was dubbed 'Britain's biggest white power concert in years.' The cancellation comes after protests and pressure from anti-racism campaign group Hope Not Hate.
Grassroots Promoters Announce Music Collective and Festival
A group of grassroots promoters and indie venues are teaming up to address the decline of the UK's alternative live music scene by launching a new music collective and festival.
British Science Festival Countdown: One Week to Go
The 194th British Science Festival is set to open in Liverpool with a dynamic program featuring art installations, live performances, hands-on workshops, and talks.
Rockin' The Country Festival Returns to Horse Creek Farm in Coldham
Rockin' The Country Festival UK is returning to Horse Creek Farm in Coldham on September 6th with live country music, line dancing, rodeo bull, and various fun activities for attendees.
Rupert Everett, Jennifer Saunders, Ruby Wax to Judge Dinard Festival
Famous British actors Rupert Everett, Jennifer Saunders, and Ruby Wax will serve as judges at the prestigious Dinard Festival, known for celebrating British and Irish cinema.
FOREIGNER Celebrates 50th Anniversary with UK Tour in Summer 2026
FOREIGNER, one of the most successful classic rock bands, is set to bring their 50th Anniversary Tour to the UK in summer 2026. With hits like Cold As Ice and I Want To Know What Love Is, the band promises an unforgettable experience.
Def Leppard Announces UK & EU Tour Dates for June and July 2026
Def Leppard, the UK’s Greatest Arena Rock Band, has revealed their upcoming UK and EU tour dates for June and July 2026. The tour will feature special guests Extreme and promises to bring a brand new show filled with surprises and classic hits. Get all the details here!
2026 Tickets are now on Sale for Southwell Folk Festival
Early Bird tickets for the 2026 Southwell Folk Festival are in high demand. Learn about the festival dates, new ticket options, and updates on the lineup.
15 Acts Who Could Headline Leeds Festival 2026
Organizer Melvin Benn confirms two headliners for Leeds Festival 2026, sparking rumors and speculation on potential acts for the event.
Dead Body Found at Burning Man Festival
A dead body was discovered at the Burning Man festival in Nevada, with officials treating it as a homicide. The body was found while the festival's iconic effigy was being burned.
UK Festival Cancellations: The Full List
Find out which UK festivals have been cancelled and stay up to date on the latest information surrounding event cancellations.
Cardiff to Host Huge Halloween Festival with 'Ghost Ship' Arrival
Cardiff's popular Halloween Festival is moving to Halloween Island in Cardiff Bay for a new spooky experience. Guests can arrive on a Ghost Ship or take a scenic walk to the event, which promises an expanded program of family-friendly activities and entertainment.
AIF Warns of Festival Closures in 2025
The Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) warns of festival closures in 2025, with dozens of events called off due to challenges facing the independent festival sector.
Feasty Fest 2025: A Weekend of Flavour, Fun & Family in Cheam Park
Feasty Fest returns to Cheam Park on 13–14 September 2025, promising two unforgettable days of food, music, and community celebration.
Music lovers brave heavy rain for End Of The Road Festival
Over 13,500 music enthusiasts endure rain and mud to attend the End Of The Road Festival in Wiltshire, showcasing indie-rock and folk artists despite adverse weather.
Tribute Festival Returns to Heaton Park with Big Line-Up
Festwich, one of the UK's largest tribute festivals, returns to Heaton Park with its biggest line-up yet. Featuring over 30 top tribute acts, food stalls, and more!
Rockin' The Country Festival Returns to Horse Creek Farm
Rockin' The Country Festival UK is back at Horse Creek Farm in Coldham, offering a weekend of live country bands, activities, and entertainment for all attendees.
Dizzee Rascal headlines FixFest, UK's first festival for tradespeople
FixFest, the UK's first festival for tradespeople, will feature Dizzee Rascal, Scouting for Girls, and more. The event aims to celebrate the trades while addressing mental health in the construction industry.
UK's Largest Tribute Festival Returns to Heaton Park
Festwich, the UK's largest tribute festival, is set to return to Heaton Park with its biggest lineup yet featuring over 30 top tribute acts across three live stages.