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V’ghn “Unplugged” Experience

Aug 25, 2026 London

Grenadian soca artist V’ghn will present his “Unplugged” experience in London on August 25, 2026. Joined by fellow soca star Skinny Fabulous, this event is a part of Spotify’s 2026 Carnival Sounds...

Soca Music Caribbean Culture +4

Bosworth Medieval Festival

Aug 22-23, 2026 Bosworth, Leicestershire

The Bosworth Medieval Festival is a historical heritage event in Leicestershire featuring large-scale battle reenactments, expert-led history talks, and various educational demonstrations. Returning in 2026 after a one-year hiatus, the festival commemorates...

Medieval Battle Reenactment +4

Leicester Motor Show

Aug 22-23, 2026 Leicester

The Leicester Motor Show is one of the region's largest free motoring festivals, held at Leicester Airport. The event features a massive display of over 200 vehicles, live drag racing on the...

Motoring Car Show +7

Brass on the Grass

Jun 21 - Aug 23, 2026 Congleton

Brass on the Grass is an annual series of outdoor musical performances held at the bandstand in Congleton Park on Sunday afternoons during the summer months.

Music Brass Band +5

MOG Music Gospel Concert

Aug 22, 2026 London

Ghanaian gospel artist MOG Music will headline a concert at London's OVO Arena Wembley on Saturday, August 22, 2026. This event is anticipated as a major night of worship and praise, representing...

Gospel Music Music Concert +5

Bridport Carnival

Aug 22, 2026 Bridport

The Bridport Carnival is an annual community event held in Bridport, Dorset. For its 2026 installment, scheduled for Saturday, August 22, a planned torchlight procession involving approximately 1,000 people carrying flaming torches...

Carnival Procession +2

Shanklin Regatta

Aug 22, 2026 Shanklin

The Shanklin Regatta, held in Shanklin on the Isle of Wight, cancelled its planned fireworks display due to increased fire risk caused by prolonged dry weather. This decision was made to ensure...

Regatta Outdoor Event +3

Song of the Crow

Aug 20-22, 2026 Penzance, Cornwall

Riddlestick Theatre presents "Song of the Crow," a folk theatre production touring Cornwall. This bewitching show explores ritual magic, misfortune, and the occult, featuring live music and storytelling. Performances are scheduled for...

Theatre Folk Theatre +9

The Peter ‘Rusty’ Kennedy Memorial Car Show

Aug 16, 2026 Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester

The Peter ‘Rusty’ Kennedy Memorial Car Show is an annual event held in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester. It showcases a wide array of classic, custom, and performance vehicles, and raises vital funds for...

Car Show Memorial +8

Harcher's Manchester performance

Aug 16, 2026 Manchester

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Harcher is scheduled to perform at the Albert Hall in Manchester on August 16, 2026. The concert is part of his ongoing United Kingdom tour, showcasing his blend of...

Afrobeats Concert +4

Ranch Jam Country Festival

Aug 14-16, 2026 Heather, Leicestershire

The Ranch Jam Country Festival is a three-day country and western tribute event held at Cattows Farm in Leicestershire. Taking place from August 14 to 16, 2026, the festival features musical performances...

Country Music Music festival +4

BHIM Festival

Aug 15, 2026 London

The inaugural London edition of the BHIM Festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the OVO Arena Wembley. Headlined by Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star Stonebwoy, the event marks the international expansion...

Music festival Afrobeats +6

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