Things to do in Preston

Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s

He’s back… and turning the volume up even louder. After tearing the roof off with his Back to the 80s show last year, 80s icon, heart-throb and Spandau Ballet l…

53 Degrees, Preston

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Preston Pride

InfoPreston Pride takes place on Saturday the 26th September 2026.Preston Pride is a free event that is open to all.

Preston Flag Market, Preston

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Road to Nashville Festival

After a wave of sold-out shows across the UK, The Road to Nashville is bringing a country showdown like no other!

Stage City, Preston

Electric Six

An unholy musical melting pot, Detroit’s Electric 6 blitzed their way to worldwide success with 2003’s ‘Danger! High Voltage’.

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Everywhere At Once Festival

Taking place over the Glastonbury weekend, Everywhere at Once brings live music to your doorstep.

The Ferret, Preston

GirlyPop Live

Calling all pop music fans! Live Republic is thrilled to present GirlyPop Live, a spectacular celebration of all things pop!Get ready for an unforgettable day t…

Stage City, Preston

The Orb

The Orb virtually invented the electronic genre known as ambient house, resurrecting slower, more soulful rhythms and providing a soundtrack for early-morning r…

53 Degrees, Preston

Dave Pearce Dance Anthems

Dave Pearcehas been a driving force in the UK Dance Scene for many years. Known for his uplifting, energetic Big Room, Trance and House Music sets and his popul…

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Torridon

Torridon are an award winning Scottish trad-folk band from the Highlands. Their live show has seen them become a favourite on the festival circuit.

The Ferret, Preston

China Crisis

Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979.

The Continental, Preston

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John Bramwell

As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010’s The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013’s…

The Continental, Preston

The Lancashire Hotpots

Dubbed ‘the new Wurzels’ by Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2, The Lancashire Hotpots have become the go to band for those wanting a light-hearted, distinctly Northern…

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Originals Live

Originals live brings together the Iconic artists of dance. The artists who sang the songs, were in the videos, graced the stages and brought their music to lif…

Stage City, Preston

PorkPie

PorkPie stand proudly at the heart of the UK's modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy.

53 Degrees, Preston

Dave Pearce: 90’S Vs 00’S Dance Anthems

Dave Pearce: 90’s vs 00’s Dance Anthems – right here in Colchester.Get ready for a host of 90s 00’s dance tracks from the likes of Gala, Sandy B, Crystal Waters…

53 Degrees, Preston

Retro Events present The Big Retro Day Into Night Rave

Retro On The Park 26Cancelled due to fire at park hall nightclub

Stage City, Preston

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The Northern Jazz Orchestra

BIG BANDS ARE BACK AT THE CONTIAfter returning to the circuit after 3 years theyve just finished headlining to a sell out audience at Ribble Valley Jazz Festiva…

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Beatles Complete

Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.This Liverpool based ‘beat combo’ are the yo…

Playhouse Theatre, Preston

Wrong Jovi

The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World, as described by tribute band expert (Channel 4's The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins.Wrong…

The Continental, Preston

Sanctum Sanctorium - The Darkside of the 80's

Formed through a mutual love of 80s goth and alternative rock music. Sanctum Sanctorium are a live 6-piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists…

53 Degrees, Preston

Ultimate Coldplay

Since launching in 2017, Ultimate Coldplay have been widely recognised as being the world's most accurate and well rounded tribute to Coldplay.

53 Degrees, Preston

Downloaded

Downloaded is a high-energy tribute band celebrating Download Festival, with a setlist packed full of crowd favourite songs from the festival’s biggest acts.

Blitz, Preston

Arctic Numpties

Arctic Numpties are Yorkshire's very own tribute to the Arctic Monkeys, with roots to the very same places as the original band.

53 Degrees, Preston

Gerry Cinna-man Experience

Gary Digan Aka (The Gerry Cinna-man Experience) is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon.Consistently selling out venues nationwide across the U…

53 Degrees, Preston

Luke Combs UK

The World’s leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs!Get ready to experience the heart and soul of country music as we pay homage to…

Stage City, Preston

The Smiths Ltd

The Smiths Ltd was formed in Manchester, UK the hometown of The Smiths.After an extensive search to find the perfect Morrissey, the band played their first gig…

53 Degrees, Preston

Moving Pictures - A Tribute To Rush

Hailing from Scotland and the Lake District, 3-piece Moving Pictures play classic rush using a serious amount of gear.

53 Degrees, Preston

Oasis Supernova

The Oasis tribute band that puts you in the front row of Oasis's biggest concerts!Oasis Supernova is a full live Oasis tribute dedicated to the sound, swagger a…

53 Degrees, Preston

Luke Combs Experience

The Luke Combs Experience.Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with amazing music and good vibes as we welcome the UKs best tribute band to country super…

53 Degrees, Preston

Limehouse Lizzy

Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide.

53 Degrees, Preston

Nirvana UK

Nirvana UK are a Touring Nirvana tribute band based in the West Midlands and are formed of die hard Nirvana fans who love nothing more than recreating Nirvana's…

53 Degrees, Preston

The Skriker

A haunting and unsettling journey into folklore, language, and transformation, The Skriker is a bold and imaginative play by Caryl Churchill.Performed by the st…

Preston College, Preston

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An Evening of One Act Plays

Playhouse Promotions are pleased to present An Evening of One Act Plays each produced by one of our three resident drama groupsThe Broughton Players present The…

Playhouse Theatre, Preston

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Harp Concert

Including Ailie Robertson's Huldufólk, inspired by characters from Scottish, Nordic & Finnish folklore.

St. Andrews Church Hall, Preston

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The Southern Rock Band

THE SOUTHERN ROCK BANDThe band first came together in the 1970s, founded by four lifelong friends united by a deep passion for American music.

The Continental, Preston

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Billy Bibby - The Balcony Tour

The Ferret is very excited to announce we'll be hosting Billy Bibby - founder member of Catfish and the Bottlemen - for an acoustic tour of 'The Balcony' where…

The Ferret, Preston

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Class of '79

CLASS OF 79 are a Punk / New Wave super group whose musical pedigree is undeniable. Members of The Rezillos- The UK Subs Selecter Godfathers - Eddie & the Hot R…

The Continental, Preston

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BCUC & guests

The official after party for Preston Jazz Festival. An evening of dancing & good times, with world class live music from Soweto, South Africa - the incredible B…

The Ferret, Preston

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Elvis Tribute & Rubicon

As seen on the BBC TV show Worlds Greatest Elvis, Ray Godwin is one of the UKs finest Elvis tribute artists, delivering perfect renditions of timeless Elvis cla…

Whittingham & Goosnargh Sports & Social Club, Preston

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Little Seedlings Club Workshop: Garden Helpers

June’s Little Seedlings workshop is all about pollinators and the important role they play in our gardens.

Dobbies Preston, Preston

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Jacqui Mcshee's Pentangle

Jacqui McShee's PENTANGLE is the definitive modern folk band. Rooted in the ethos of the original PENTANGLE, the modern incarnation features the best musicians…

The Continental, Preston

Evolve - Exhibition Quiet Hour

Step into a calmer, more relaxed viewing experience at the Creative Arts End of Year Exhibition Quiet Hour at Preston College.This specially ticketed session is…

Preston College, Preston

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Tygers of Pan Tang

Robb Weir is never a man to take what he has for granted. Having led the Tygers since their first album through a plethora of line-up changes he recognises that…

The Continental, Preston

Acid Reign

Acid Reign toured with the likes of Nuclear Assault, Dark Angel, Exodus, Flotsam & Jetsam, Death Angel, and Candlemass.During this time they put out two full le…

The Ferret, Preston

Rockprest

Rockprest is back at Moor Park, Preston for its 8th year. With a line-up featuring some of the UKs top rock and indie tribute acts, food & beer stalls, and funf…

Moor Park, Preston

Rosalie Cunningham

The Queen of Psychedelic Prog and her superb band are back out on the road! Picking up where they left off when they were rudely interrupted by a certain pandem…

The Continental, Preston

Vio-lence

Formed in the Bay Area in 1985, Oakland thrashers VIO-LENCE helped define and refine what came to be known as the Bay Area sound.

Blitz, Preston

Erotic Secrets Of Pompeii

Erotic Secrets of Pompeii play wild and weird apocalyptic lounge music - a twisted amalgamation of angular art rock and transgressive post-punk, transmitted dir…

The Ferret, Preston