Concerts

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The Nolan Sisters take a break from performing in cabaret at Park Hall, in Charnock Richard to meet fans at record shop Malcolm's Musicland, in Chapel Street, Chorley on January 31, 1980

Malcolm's Musicland

Jay-Z ticket prices revealed as fans race to secure seats for rapper's only UK show

How to get Jay-Z tickets for his only UK show

Award-winning singer Sam Smith will perform intimate shows in Manchester and London this autumn.

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These reusable waterproof ponchos are designed to help festivalgoers stay prepared for unpredictable summer weather.

The £11 festival essential that could save your day if it rains

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Demi Marriner & band

British Country Music Festival reveals star-laden 2026 line-up

What future for Preston’s Guild Hall - more than six years after it was last fully open?

Preston's Guild Hall: council sets out two options and reveals decision date

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters performs during Amazon Music Live Season 4 at East End Studios on October 30, 2025 in Glendale, California.

19 of the biggest concerts confirmed for Liverpool in 2026

The crowd gathers at the HMV store on Fishergate, Preston for the appearance of the Rock FM DJ's

15 crowded people photos at massive events in the 1990s

Lewis Capaldi, Olivia Dean, Foo Fighters and Florence + The Machine are just some of the huge names set to perform in the North West in 2026.

33 huge concerts already announced for the North West in 2026

Mel C has commented on a potential 30th anniversary Spice Girls tour, suggesting they are to explore what opportunities present themselves.

Mel C "optimistic" about 30th anniversary Spice Girls reunion

Deep Purple announce UK tour for late 2026

The Maccabees have announced several outdoor shows to take place in the UK next summer.

The Maccabees announce UK outdoor shows for 2026

Marillion have announced they're going back on the road with a series of UK tour dates in late 2026.

Marillion announce 2026 UK tour - dates and tickets

Jane Mcdonald announces new tour & she's coming to Lancashire twice!
National treasure and singing sensation Jane McDonald has just today announced a brand-new UK tour and album for 2026.
Aimee Seddon

A recent study by Fanatix has revealed which cities in the UK are the most concert-obsessed in 2025.

The 10 most concert-obsessed places in the UK named

Foo Fighters have announced they are set for two shows in the UK in 2026.

Foo Fighters to return to the UK in 2026 - dates and venues

Sammy Hagar brings his supergroup and Joan Jett back to the United Kingdom for a series of summer concerts throughout 2026.

Sammy Hagar and The Best of All Worlds Band to tour the UK in 2026

Paul Weller will be performing eight outdoor concerts in 2026 - here’s exactly where he will be playing next summer.

Paul Weller announces 2026 UK tour - dates and tickets

Wet Leg are set to perform three of their biggest shows to date in 2026, with dates in Manchester, Leeds and London.

Wet Leg set for three huge shows in 2026 - dates and tickets

Poppy is set to return to the UK in 2026 as part of her Constantly Nowhere tour.

Poppy to bring Constantly Nowhere tour to the UK in 2026

Madness have announced three open-air tour dates for summer 2026.

Madness add more dates to their 2026 Hit Parade Tour

After a long seven-year absence, alternative metal supergroup A Perfect Circle are set to return to the UK in 2026.

A Perfect Circle return to the UK for the first time in seven years

Miles Kane has announced a series of UK performances to kick of your 2026 with a bang.

Where is Miles Kane performing on his 2026 UK tour?

The Kooks have announced four summer shows for the UK in 2026 - here’s where you can catch them play

The Kooks set for a series of outdoor shows in 2026 - dates & tickets

Tom Grennan is set to return to the road with a series of UK concerts in 2026

Tom Grennan set to tour the UK in 2026 - dates and tickets
The pop-rocker is hitting the road again after the smash-hit success of his recent ‘Grennan 25’ tour
Benjamin Jackson

Westlife are set to celebrate 26 years in music with one of their biggest UK tours in recent history - and here's how you can get tickets to the shows.

Westlife announce 2026 UK tour

Bon Jovi are set for two UK dates only as the band hit the road once again, coupled with four nights at Madison Square Garden before their return to our shores.

Bon Jovi to return to the United Kingdom in 2026 - dates and tickets

Inspiral Carpets are heading back on the road this winter, with the Madchester group providing a soundtrack to keep you warm over November and December.

Inspiral Carpets hit the road this winter - full list of dates

Dave has announced three extra UK tour dates as part of his The Boy Who Played Harp European tour in 2026.

Dave adds three extra UK dates to 2026 UK tour

This picture was taken in 1969 and shows workmen putting down the flooring which would become the famous ballroom - as Saul Street Baths doubled up as a dancing venue

The story of a swimming pool which transformed into a dance hall

The multi-award-winning star of the country music scene is set for two dates only in the UK in 2026.

How to get tickets to Luke Combs two UK area shows in 2026

The legendary singer is set to return to our shores in 2026, with support from Marti Pellow.

Billy Ocean announces 2026 UK tour with Marti Pellow

My Chemical Romance have now added two additional UK tour destinations and additional London shows for the 2026 expedition

My Chemical Romance add more UK dates for 2026 world tour

MGK will be bringing his Lost Americana world tour to the United Kingdom for four dates only in March 2026.

Machine Gun Kelly to perform four UK dates on 2026 world tour

Scottish post-rock giants Mogwai have announced their return to the live circuit, with a series of tour dates for February 2026.

Mogwai announce 2026 UK tour - dates and tickets

Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds have announced a one-off headline show in the city the singer spent two decades living in: Brighton.

Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds to perform one-off show in 2026

Busted's James Bourne has regrettably had to cancel his plans to join the Busted VS McFly tour due to health issues, a statement read.

Busted member pulls out of tour a day before its first performance

Def Leppard have announced five UK arena dates to take place in 2026: here's how you can get tickets for the events.

Def Leppard announce 2026 UK arena tour - dates and tickets

Justin Moorhouse set for UK tour with new show

Justin Moorhouse to bring to go on UK tour with new show

Charlotte Haynes has been extolling the virtues of solo-gigging, despite the stigma that surrounds it.

I’ve been going to gigs solo for years - here's why you should too

Chris Martin of Coldplay performs on a stop of the band's Music of the Spheres world tour at Allegiant Stadium on June 06, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Where are the cheapest tickets to see Coldplay this year?

What's on Lancashire: 25 hit shows coming to our venues in August

What's on Lancashire: 25 hit shows coming to our venues in August

Their bands have also featured at Expo 2020 Dubai and the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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The award-winning Horrible Histories Live on Stage have announced a 20th anniversary celebration tour set to take place from January 2026.

Horrible Histories announce unique new theatre tour for 2026

Learn more about 'The Accordion Method' and what else you should do if you find yourself in a crowd crush at one of this year's many concerts and festivals.

What should I do if I am in a crowd crush at a music festival?

Sam Fender at St James' Park.

I've seen Sam Fender before but St James' Park gig was something else

Preston North End PNE promotion champions championship celebrate team flag market parade procession Photographer Lindsey North high above the crowd

15 nostalgic crowd scenes of the biggest events of the 1990s

Danny Wallace braves the summer weather to accept Halford's challenge to say yes

Brits most likely to say ‘yes’ to new opportunities at the age of 27

Billy Joel has cancelled all his tour dates as he undergoes treatment for NPH - a brain disorder that affects those over 65.

Billy Joel cancels tour dates as he undergoes brain disorder treatment

Metallica caused ‘seismic activity’ to be recorded after their show in Virginia this weekend.

Metallica set causes small earthquake, seismologists confirm

Picture dated 1978 of British punk rockers from the band The Clash, Joe Strummer (R), Mick Jones (C) and Paul Simonon.

When The Clash’s sound of discontent toured the UK on this day in 1977

Sam Ryder pictured at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, during musical rehearsals

Critically ill children live their dreams and perform at Disneyland

Neil Young has revealed there will be no platinum ticket sales for his upcoming tour, drawing inspiration from The Cure's Robert Smith (right)

Neil Young reveals no ‘platinum’ ticket sales on his upcoming tour

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