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Down At The Abbey Music Festival

Two stages of thrilling live music (no clashes) to bring this magical setting to life, free kid’s activities (Saturday only), award-winning Siren Craft beer, ci…

Reading Abbey Ruins, Reading

Selling out quickly

Reading Vegan Festival

The eighth annual Reading Vegan Festival will be taking over the town centre on Saturday 20th September 2025.It will be a friendly environment where you can sam…

Reading Town Centre, Reading

Selling out quickly

Flo & Joan

Multi-award winning musical comedy duo (and sisters) Flo & Joan are climbing out of their pits, armed with a piano and percussion section to bring you a brand n…

The Concert Hall, Reading

The Best of Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight

The Best of Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight – an enchanting orchestral tribute brought to life by the Illuminated Orchestra, illuminated by a giant moon

The Hexagon, Reading

Nigel Havers

Join me, a stage, and a lifetime of gloriously ridiculous stories to share with you.

The Hexagon, Reading

Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026…

The Hexagon, Reading

Bye Bye Baby

Bye Bye Baby is a jaw dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

The Hexagon, Reading

Alan Davies

He thinks he’s Marty McFly but he’s older than Doc Brown. He spends more time in the pharmacy than the gym. Subject to relentless eye rolls from his kids.

The Hexagon, Reading

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

After entertaining 700,000 guests across the UK, USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra is back in the UK with a brand new setlist!

The Hexagon, Reading

Jim Jones All Stars

A bubbling swamp curse of unholy ass shake, Jim Jones All Stars is the latest project from garage godfather Jim Jones.

The Face Bar, Reading

Chris Ramsey: Here Man

Following overwhelming demand (mainly from his wife Rosie who is desperate to get him out of the house), Chris Ramsey will be back on the road in 2026 with a br…

The Hexagon, Reading

Sindhu Vee: Swanky

Someone once asked Sindhu Vee a very stupid question. She wants to tell you about it.From the award-winning star of Live at the Apollo comes a brand-new stand-u…

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Sindhu Vee: Swanky

Someone once asked Sindhu Vee a very stupid question. She wants to tell you about it.From the award-winning star of Live at the Apollo comes a brand-new stand-u…

The Concert Hall, Reading

Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before.

Great Hall: University Of Reading, Reading

Tom Davis: Spudgun

Tom Davis is back on the road, firing out his freshly cooked observations on life's hot topics.Co-host of the mega-hit podcast Wolf and Owl with Romesh Ranganat…

The Hexagon, Reading

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

The world is in chaos. Inequality is widening, autocracy is rising and political parties are collapsing.

The Hexagon, Reading

Celya Ab: We Must Stop Meeting Like This

Have you ever forensically over-thought your life choices? Are they all somehow connected to a passing comment your Spanish teacher made when you were 15?

South Street Arts Centre, Reading

The Princess Proms

We invite you to an enchanting concert, singing the most magical music in all of the land.Prepare for a show stopping performance as we pay tribute to the iconi…

The Hexagon, Reading

Millie Manders and The Shutup

Incorporating her love of all things music with a sassy social consciousness, Millie creates cross-genre punk that is hard to ignore.

The Face Bar, Reading

Sam Campbell

I definitely don't know what's going on. I'm not even sure I know what's happening anymore. But I cannot wait to come to your town and respect your traditions.

The Hexagon, Reading

Maisie Adam: Whatsherface

Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the "tall, chao…

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Maisie Adam: Whatsherface

Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the "tall, chao…

The Concert Hall, Reading

Tez Ilyas: Tez Things I Hate About You

Tez Ilyas, one of the most most celebrated stars in British comedy, returns to stage in 2023 with an hour of his trademark, no-holds barred, crowd participation…

South Street Arts Centre, Reading

The Ultimate Classic Rock Show

Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present!

The Hexagon, Reading

Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress

Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff joke…

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Tom Stade

Canadian powerhouse Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new show - taking aim at the absurdities of modern times with his contagious charm and incisive,…

Sub89, Reading

Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise

Olga Koch has one good story. Only it’s not really her story. Do you wanna hear it?

South Street Arts Centre, Reading

Will Wilde

Will Wildes intense harmonica style steals the spotlight from the traditional blues rock guitar, with a sound that owes as much to Gary Moore as it does to Sonn…

The Face Bar, Reading

Al Compas Del Querer - Flamenco

Award-winning flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez returns with the UK premiere of his brand-new album and production, Al Compas del Querer, a deeply personal and…

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Dan Tiernan: Quartz and All

Dan Tiernan is back at it again: and this time he's got magic rocks in his pocket.With a hat trick of sold-out Edinburgh Festival runs, Dan's a two-time Edinbur…

South Street Arts Centre, Reading

Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before in Aberdeen.

Great Hall: University Of Reading, Reading

Giovanni - Unstoppable

He’s back… and more unstoppable than ever.Giovanni Pernice returns in 2027 with his electrifying new live tour – unstoppable.The Strictly Come Dancing champion…

The Hexagon, Reading

Rhys James: Chop Logic

A fast, forensic show of big ideas and gag-dense overthinking from one of the nation’s sharpest stand-ups.Rhys has made a discovery that could fix everything.

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Rhys James: Chop Logic

A fast, forensic show of big ideas and gag-dense overthinking from one of the nation’s sharpest stand-ups.Rhys has made a discovery that could fix everything.

The Concert Hall, Reading

Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2027, continuing the success of his bigge…

The Hexagon, Reading

Lucy Beaumont - Bad at Quiz Shows, Good With Weirdos

Lucy Beaumont has had quite the year. She lost a contestant £79,000 on The Wheel, forgot to revise for Mastermind and generally confirmed she’s terrible at quiz…

The Hexagon, Reading

Michael Portillo - A Life of Two Halves

Secretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage to share funny, insightful, and poignant stories from his ex…

The Hexagon, Reading

Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Acclaimed comedian and professional hoaxerHe’s the comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and c…

The Hexagon, Reading

Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog

Rick Wakeman: The Wizard of Prog brings his Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour feat The English Rock Ensemble!Classically trained keyboardist extraordinaire who p…

The Hexagon, Reading

Troy Hawke

Fresh from finding and proving decisive links between IKEA, the CIA and the Nazi’s, 1930’s throwback homeschooled investigator Troy Hawke battle a new enemy on…

The Hexagon, Reading

Aurie Styla: Maverick

Aurie Styla is one of the most naturally charismatic and hilarious comedians around.

The Hexagon, Reading

Fascinating Aida

The world’s greatest cabaret troupe is back with a BRAND NEW SHOW!Devilishly funny and gloriously glamorous Dillie, Liza and Adèle, with Michael Roulston on pia…

The Hexagon, Reading

Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell

Everyone’s annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand up grot.

The Hexagon, Reading

Tease

Step into the World of "Tease" – the ultimate burlesque and cabaret experience where sensuality and unadulterated fun collide to create an unforgettable evening…

The Hexagon, Reading

Murderous Minds with Emma Kenny

Are you ready to bring one of the UK's leading crime presenters and bestselling authors to your stage?

The Hexagon, Reading

Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble GENERIC

Showtime. What are you going to do?Are you going to go to work? Or stay in bed, chasing oblivion.

The Concert Hall, Reading

Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble GENERIC

Showtime. What are you going to do?Are you going to go to work? Or stay in bed, chasing oblivion.

Reading Town Hall, Reading

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

One of Australia's best exports, Thomas Green storms back onto the stage to electrify audiences with a brand new hour, following his sell-out debut tour.

The Concert Hall, Reading

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