Upcoming Events
Wigan Youth Jazz Orchestra
ANOTHER GREAT SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIG BAND EVENT AT THE CONTINENTAL
Formed in 1976 by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council, this multi-award winning band aims to train and develop the musical skills of its members through the performance of big band music from the 1930s to the present day.
Spend your Sunday afternoon with this amazing Big Band on Sunday 4th May!
The Laughienda Comedy Club
The award winning LAUGHIENDA COMEDY CLUB brings another huge night of comedy to Preston, headlined by the hilarious SAM AVERY! 😂
Also featuring MATT PRICE, RACHEL HOUGH & CHARLIE ASHTON hosted by The Laughięnda’s very own RYAN KENNY!
Ben & The Believers / The Ambersons / Geese
Two stalwarts of the UK indie music scene, THE AMBERSONS and BEN & THE BELIEVERS, are joining forces for a co-headline tour in 2025. Both bands bring a wealth of live performance experience, crafting shows that are dynamic, engaging, and filled with the passion that comes from years of honing their craft.
Whatever - Oasis Tribute
WHATEVER - OASIS TRIBUTE are Manchester's finest Oasis Tribute act, bringing you all of the Oasis classics such as Don't Look Back in Anger, Morning Glory, Champagne Supernova, Supersonic, Live Forever, Wonderwall & many more!
Formed in the Gallaghers’ home town of Manchester , Whatever - Oasis Tribute put on a banging live show using their trademark Epiphone & Gibson instruments.
You can't get any more authentic than that!
John Hegley: Do Horses Have Teeth, Sir?
For over 30 years JOHN HEGLEY has brought a show to the Fringe with a spattering of favourites, alongside new work, to present to festival-goers. This year 'the new' involves his teaching. And learning. There are interactions – audience participation if you prefer, but it is more audience collaboration. And drawings. Quite a lot of them horses – mouths both open and closed. Myths, moths, no mathematics. Audio and visual stimulation. Entertainment. And thought provocation.
Devised for adults but not unsuitable for the odd nine-year-old.
'Awesomely mundane' The Independent.
From ENJOY THE SHOW
Whitesnake UK
“Absolutely brilliant chaps!” David Coverdale
The UK's ultimate tribute to Whitesnake, featuring some of the UK's finest musicians.
With numerous festival appearances & sold out shows at venues including O2 Academy's Newcastle, Sheffield & Islington, The Globe Cardiff, Chepstow Castell Roc Festival, Wannasee Festival, Rock The Park Festival Wrexham, Tribfest, amongst many others as well as hosting the annual & extremely successful Deep Purple Family Tree Show.
“Absolutely loved them. Really good tribute band....and I don''t like many” Steve Bebee (Kerrang! / Planet Rock)
Postponed: The Guns N' Roses Experience UK
This awesome event has sadly had to be rescheduled to SAT 2ND AUGUST for reasons beyond our or the band’s control. All tickets remain valid, we hope you can join us on the new date!*
As close as it gets: NOBODY DOES IT BETTER!
The GUNS N' ROSES EXPERIENCE is a true professional International touring act that brings 80's Guns to life with a full on high-octane show as witnessed by hundreds of thousands back in the day of the classic line up.
Richard Iles Quartet: Remembering the Music of Miles Davis
PART OF PRESTON JAZZ & IMPROVISATION FESTIVAL
An all-star assembly of some of the UK’s finest musicians paying homage to the music of the legendary MILES DAVIS.
Featuring Paul Kilvington, Caroline Boaden, Gary Culshaw & Richard Iles
Reserve your free advance ticket to avoid disappointment - available soon!
SpeedQuizzing
EVERY THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH IN THE SNUG
SpeedQuizzing! An interactive pub quiz game that offers all of the excitement of a quiz and game show rolled into one!
It’s been described as the future of quizzing (and the original and best smartphone pub quiz) and it’s certainly proving popular, with SpeedQuizzing games taking place virtually, as well as in hundreds of pubs and bars across the UK every week.
Games are hosted via an online platform by a presenter using a laptop, and instead of usng a pen and paper, players answer the questions in real-time through the app, which you can download for free to your personal phone or tablet device. Only one device is required per quiz team.
It's really easy! Come and join in the fun!
Reputation (15) with Filmmaker Q&A
A CINEMA AT THE CONTINENTAL SPECIAL
Join Cinema at The Continental for a special screening of REPUTATION and Q&A afterwards with the film’s Preston born and bred producer and director Martin Law.
Filmed locally in Lancashire, in only 9.5 days, you don’t want to miss this “damn impressive” (Nerdly) psychological crime drama.
Truly, Jack the Ripper (Theatre)
From DON’T GO INTO THE CELLAR! Theatre Company
In this theatrical shocker, award-winning actor Jonathan Goodwin plays different characters as we explore the murders and the myths of the infamous Jack the Ripper. Even to this day, the identity of the serial killer remains unknown. Although theories abound as to who he might have been, and what his motives were, it seems unlikely that the truth shall ever be known.
This original theatre show includes an adaptation of The Lodger.
Unlocked: Utah Saints & special guest DJs
THEY’RE BACK!
UTAH SAINTS have been making music, DJ-ing and playing gigs around the globe since the birth of House music and are made up of Tim Utah and Jez Willis. The world renowned duo have released 9 Top 40 UK hits, 4 of which hit the Top 10, they have sold over 2 million records worldwide.
Plus guest Unlocked DJs TONY CANNON & NICK ALMOND
Trupa Trupa and The Room
An incredible Sunday double-header from TUFF LIFE BOOGIE!
TRUPA TRUPA are a post-punk band from Gdańsk, Poland, known for their unique blend of brooding alternative rock and psychedelic influences.
Championed by John Peel and the music press, Dave Jackson’s THE ROOM tick all the right boxes with their spiky, tightly-wound post punk sound.
Cold Flame perform the music of Jethro Tull
“Love that Jethro Tull sound that Cold Flame capture ever so well" Dan James, Radio Wales
Five piece band COLD FLAME perform a two hour plus set list that covers many of the classic Tull songs as well as some rarely performed Tull material from albums such as Aqualung, Thick as a Brick, Stand Up, Benefit, Songs from the Wood and Rock Island.
Cold Bath Street 'Music Improvisation Magic' - Book Launch & Live Set
PART OF PRESTON JAZZ & IMPROVISATION FESTIVAL
COLD BATH STREET have been one of the mainstays of this festival since it began as Preston Jam in 2017. For the group, known for its musical integrity, no-safety-net improvisations and championing of grassroots music making, 2025 marks the end of one era and the beginning of a fascinating new one.
No booking required, just turn up to watch
Sabbotage: #1 Tribute to Black Sabbath
The UK’s #1 Tribute to BLACK SABBATH!
SABBOTAGE arrived on the scene in November 2014. Formed from the ashes of the already established Sabbath Tribute SNOWBLIND. Immediately, it was obvious that this band would become the most authentic and by far the best Black Sabbath tribute in the UK.
For those that missed Sabbath in their first incarnation this is definitely the closest you are ever likely to get to the real thing.
BwD Big Band
ANOTHER GREAT SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIG BAND EVENT AT THE CONTINENTAL
Join the BwD Big Band for this fantastic Preston Jazz Fest fringe event. An unmissable afternoon of Jazz from this award winning local ensemble. Playing music from the likes of National Youth Jazz Orchestra, 8 bit big band and Ella Fitzgerald.
Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience
A PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE like no other... ECLIPSE!
The current ECLIPSE production contains a selection of Floyd classics, including music from The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Meddle, Animals, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn and The Division Bell. The second half of the show includes the whole of Floyd's epoch-making album, The Dark Side of the Moon.
Apart from a level of musicianship that is second to none, the performance includes spectacular multi-media and laser effects to provide the perfect backdrop for this wonderful music.
Dave Gardner: Tales of the Road & the Wilderness Album Launch (Free Entry)
THE ALBUM LAUNCH
In 1993, Preston based songwriter and musician DAVE GARDNER was plucked from obscurity to sharing the stage with American songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson.
Dave is writing a book centred around the high profile UK Tours with The Kinks, Kris Kristofferson and Steve Hackett – Tales of the Road & The Wilderness will be published in Summer 2025. The evening will be a night of Roots based originals and adaptations of Traditional English Folk Songs. There will be stories and readings from the upcoming book.
The HELLFIRE PREACHERS frontman will be showcasing new songs that are featured on the brand new CD release - Tales Of The Road & The Wilderness Album.
In the Boatyard - entry is free.
Ben Vince X Milk Eyed Sigh
BEN VINCE (Hessle Audio/Ecstatic/Where To Now?) is a composer and performer, known for his live improvised saxophone explorations and inventive techniques in creating new rhythms, textures and moods.
MILK EYED SIGH is a new collaboration comprising of long-time spars Cameron Molloy and Carl Brown. The live show also involves Luke French. The debut EP ‘Dog Verses’ is was released in early Feb via Glint Music.
Mothership: Led Zeppelin Tribute
MOTHERSHIP - LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE, described in Classic Rock Magazine as "... the most authentic-sounding Zeppelin tribute in the UK" return to The Conti for over two hours of rock.
Join us for Achilles Last Stand, Going to California, Since I've Been Loving You, Kashmir, Black Dog, Heartbreaker, Misty Mountain Hop and much more.
Expect all the classics, but with one or two surprises thrown in, too! It might get loud!!
Italo Su: Italo Disco Day Party
With DJs NEON EYES, TYRAMYX & TIM MELIA
Get ready for an afternoon of ITALO DISCO in the Beer Garden at The Continental
Expect a chilled vibe with the mid tempo sounds of electronic drums, synthesizers, vocoders and pop vocals. FREE ENTRY
County Pilots + special guests
Preston’s own Retro-pop quintet COUNTY PILOTS take to the Boatyard stage!
Following the success of their last headliner at the Continental, the Pilots are predicting their biggest show yet. With Beatles, Stones, Beach Boys, and Dylan records in hand, the local lads are ready for big things in 2025 with their vintage aesthetic and energetic live show.
PLUS SUPPORT TBC
Skeletal Remains + Bloodyard
MADHOUSE PROMOTIONS in association with DECIBEL TOURING present…
LA-based Death Metal masters SKELETAL REMAINS are the future of Death Metal!
If you want timeless and uncompromising Death Metal with class, look no further! Having toured with the likes of Obituary, Hatebreed, Municipal Waste, Power Trip, The Black Dahlia Murder, and many more, SKELETAL REMAINS have succeeded in building up a loyal following worldwide…
With special guests BLOODYARD these guys have not played in Preston for sometime and what a way to return!
Thr00wback - Pop Punk Party!
Thr00wback is a Tribute to (mostly) 00’s Pop Punk!
This five-piece band plays hits from the likes of:
GREEN DAY SUM 41 FALLOUT BOY MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE NEW FOUND GLORY BLINK-182 RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE PAPA ROACH ….and more!
If you’re ready for a full-on POP PUNK PARTY then be here on FRIDAY 20TH JUNE 2025!
Twin Lizzy vs ZZ Not
A rockin’ good double-header featuring the music of THIN LIZZY and ZZ TOP!
TWIN LIZZY are a four piece tribute to Thin Lizzy and their iconic frontman Phil Lynott. The band faithfully recreates the energy and power of arguably one of the greatest rock bands of all time and has been described as the closest sounding tributes.
ZZ NOT are a tribute to ZZ TOP based in Merseyside. Featuring Rev Kev -guitar, Crusty Hill -bass and Frank Beer -drums. Playing all the hits and classics from the famous Texas trio live and rocking across the UK!
Rob Mulholland: Allegations Tour
"Allegations" is the debut tour from ROB MULHOLLAND; seasoned stand-up comedian, podcaster (Dead Men Talking) and one of the kings of the North's burgeoning DIY comedy scene. A wild, high-energy barrage of belly laughs covering all the topics you're not really meant to talk about.
Not for the easily offended!
The Smiths UTD
THE SMITHS UTD bring the sound of The Smiths & Morrissey back to Preston in 2025 as part of a busy year touring the UK as one the best sounding tributes to this classic band!
The Smiths Utd recreate the sound and look to emulate their heroes down to the last detail, and have been hailed as one of the most authentic and enthusiastic tributes to one of the most influential bands in British popular music history.
Rich Chance & Band
Preston songwriter RICH CHANCE returns with his incredible band to perform hits from his album Robot Spider Zombie Dog, including Picture Show, Azalea Close, Joker Like Me and many more. A night of quirky, highly melodic and expertly executed entertainment with Rich and his band.
Get tickets quick, this show was a sell out the first time, and for good reason!
Comparisons have been made to Billy Joel, The Blockheads. Eels, Ben Folds, Randy Newman and many more.
Class of '79 plus The Papashangos
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 Rods and Department S perform a stunning show that will take you back to the days when Punk rock / New Wave ruled the airwaves.
So strap yourself in for a nostalgic night of hits performed by four guys who have been there and got the T-shirt!
Unlocked: A Guy Called Gerald & Special Guest DJs
A GUY CALLED GERALD is 30+ years of dance music incarnate.
One of a few special producers who entered dance when it was jackin’ and has never let up. He released the first UK acid house record with Voodoo Ray in 1988 and achieved the rare feat of having not one but two dance tracks in the UK charts at the same time with Pacific State. He formed 808 State with a drum machine, a 303, 2 Roland SH101s and two other humans. Over the course of his career Gerald has collaborated with everyone from Frankie Knuckles and Goldie to Derrick May and Herbie Hancock.
Plus special guest DJs TONY CANNON and NICK ALMOND!
Mötley Crüde
The World’s No.1 Tribute to Mötley Crüe!
Established in 2015, Mötley Crüde is Europe's longest running and crowned winners of the world's most authentic tribute to Mötley Crüe, as voted by the official Mötley Crüe global fanclub.
Get ready for a night of non-stop anthems, face-melting riffs, and enough anarchy to make even Nikki Sixx proud!
Preston Pop Fest 25
AT THE CONTI, BLITZ and THE FERRET
TUFF LIFE BOOGIE presents a ginormous weekender in Preston that celebrates all strands of indie pop from C86 to the present day, classic jangle-meisters through to scratchy upstarts.
Just look at this line up :
Nightingales, Man from Delmonte, The Tubs, Desperate Journalist, Bradford, The Yummy Fur, Ex-Void, James King and The Lonewolves, The Jasmine Minks, The Room, Yaang, Melys, British Birds, Would Be Goods, David Lance Callahan, Sassyhiya, Moderate Rebels, Karen, The Cords, Dragged Up, National Park, Stuart Pearce, Crumbs, The Muldoons, Autocamper, The Train Set, Tigers and Flies, Big Other, Sweetpool, Brenda, Dragon Welding, Normal Service, Uhr, The Complaint That Creeps, RRRapid Kool, Hartley, Ginnel, Fat Frances, Callis, The Amber List, Vehicle, The Bordellos, Oort Clod, Oh Hippo, Captain Starlet, The Tearless Life.
Over 40 acts across three stages over three days.
Transmission - The Sound of Joy Division
Devoted to recreating the atmosphere of a live JOY DIVISION gig, TRANSMISSION emulate the sound of one of the most inventive, evocative and influential groups of their era. They were considered the pioneering band of the post-punk movement of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Forty years on you can still relive the dark, cavernous sound of Joy Division through Transmission, the UKs number one Joy Division tribute act.
Five O - The Police Tribute
One of the UK’s top tributes to THE POLICE!
Power trio FIVE-O are a Police tribute at the top of their game, playing with the same precision and energy that made The Police such a well-loved band.
Whether it’s The Police’s greatest hits or their deeper cuts, Five-O offer a show for casual fans and aficionados alike.
70s vs 80s Day Disco Live
70’s Vs 80’s Day Disco LIVE – Bank Holiday Boogie!
Are you more Disco or more Pop? Gloria Gaynor or Madonna? Donna Summer or Whitney Houston? Let's find out ...
Get ready to strut, spin, and sing your heart out!
This August Bank Holiday Weekend, we’re turning up the funk and cranking the synths for a daytime LIVE BAND disco showdown that’ll take you on a non-stop musical journey through the biggest hits of the 70’s and 80’s. Whether you’re a platform-shoed disco diva or a neon-loving pop king, this is your dancefloor battleground.
One Eighty Two - UK’s #1 Blink-182 Tribute
ONE EIGHTY TWO are the most authentic representation of the pop-punk legends blink-182. Bringing decades of experience and smashing out more than 30 years of material.
One Eighty Two will take you to California and back with an explosion of pop-punk anthems. With the iconic styles of Mark, Tom, and Travis replicated to a tee, from the much-loved stage banter to the most up-to-date image and sound, no stone is left unturned in the quest for Pop Punk Glory.
Echoes of the Bunnymen
The ECHOES OF THE BUNNYMEN show is an aural tribute to the alternative Fab Four.
Featuring some of the best tracks from the original line up’s amazing run of albums. Played by musicians who are huge fans of the Bunnymen, who authentically recreate the early sound of one of the UK’s best ever indie bands.
Lay down thy disbelief and groove!
Plus DJ DAVE CHAMBERS
Wrong Jovi - The #1 Bon Jovi tribute band
Wrong Jovi are the 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 Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems, live favourites and rarities, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show.
The Loft / 14 Iced Bears / Bingo Bay
Another great show from TUFF LIFE BOOGIE!
Indie legends THE LOFT return to The Conti after a sell out tour promoting their new album.
Jangly indie pop greats 14 ICED BEARS provide stellar support.
Add Preston's own indie-pop legends BINGO BAY and this is going to be a fantastic show!
Martin McAloon of Prefab Sprout
TWO WHEELS GOOD Tour
A 40th anniversary celebration of Steve McQueen
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Prefab Sprout's seminal album Steve McQueen, founding member Martin McAloon will be touring the whole album in 2025.
Known as Two Wheels Good in the USA the album includes the hits; When Love Breaks Down, Faron Young, Appetite, Johnny, Johnny & Moving the River.
Steve McQueen went on to sell millions of records worldwide and was included in the NME's 100 greatest albums of all time. He will also be playing other hits from across his brother Paddy's catalogue of exceptional songs.
Ultimate Stone Roses
The most authentic tribute to the music of The STONE ROSES. Reni's beats, Mani's grooves, John's riffs & Ian's monkey business.
Each member of ULTIMATE STONE ROSES is a die-hard fan of the original band who has dedicated themselves to mastering the music of their heroes.
Connor Banks: An Evening of Country
Get ready to dust off your boots and enjoy an unforgettable evening of country music with the incredibly talented CONNOR BANKS
Whether you’re a die-hard country fan or just love a good live performance, this is an evening you won’t want to miss. Gather your friends and family for a toe-tapping, hand-clapping night of fun!
Imperial Age
Madhouse Promotions present
IMPERIAL AGE is a Russian-British metal band based in Northampton, UK. It was originally founded in 2012 in Moscow, but when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, singers Aor and Jane Odintsova moved to the UK (endorsed as "Exceptional Talents" by Arts Council England). The other Russian members did not follow, and were replaced by British and Italian musicians.
IMPERIAL AGE commands a vast global fanbase with 3 released albums, millions of streams, millions of videos views, tens of thousands of CD sales and 6 EU/UK tours including more than 200 headliner concerts.
The Continental Open Mic Night (Free entry)
FIRST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Whether you sing, play guitar, or do stand-up or spoken word, come along and take to the stage at the friendliest and best Open Mic Night in town, with hosts Typhaine & Colin. Or simply come along and sample some of the finest under-the-radar talent Preston has to offer!
All-Time High: Music Production & Performance Finalist Show (Free Entry)
Eight sets of brand new material - all FREE from 6pm at the Conti!
Fuelled by research and the desire to develop the form, this student body have been very interested in fusing different types of music, drawing from different areas, acknowledging influence, whilst also seeking to innovate. You'll see singers and guitarists, bass players and DJs, programming and improvising. You're in for a treat!
Acoustic Floyd (Sold Out)
ACOUSTIC FLOYD are four musicians dedicated to bringing you the music of Pink Floyd from a new acoustic angle whilst maintaining Floyd's musical impact and emotional resonance.
This is a labour of love for the band and all of their performances include the Dark Side Of The Moon and Wish You Were Here albums in their entirety plus other classic Floyd tracks.
Acoustic Floyd will be dedicating all of the profits from their performance to MIND in recognition of their incredible work to support mental health and wellbeing.
The Undercover Hippy + State of Satta
Billy Rowan aka The Undercover Hippy has been performing at festivals since 2008, working his way up from being a solo singer-songwriter playing in small marquee stages, to now having a full band of incredible musicians and playing main-stages at some of the UK’s best independent festivals.
The music is best described as politically driven acoustic roots reggae folk-hop, with feel good vibes and a sly sense of humour. The live show is high energy, interactive, and always leaves the crowd begging for more.
Plus special guests STATE OF SATTA
Elevate - An Evening of Solo Female Performance Art
An evening of female solo performances, supporting, showcasing and elevating female solo artists in Preston.
Proceeds from the event will be donated to Trust House Lancashire
Damson Poets
DAMSON POETS are in The Boatyard on the 23rd April. This month we have a special evening to help launch a new book by Paul Wilkins.
As well as the launch we will still have our mixture of new and more experienced readers so it’s an evening that belongs to everyone and if you want to listen, that’s great as well.
Cinema at The Continental
RECENT RELEASES OLD FAVOURITES
CULT CLASSICS HIDDEN GEMS
EVERY OTHER TUESDAY!
If like us you miss the big screen experience, the escapism it allows and the delight in discovering new cinema, then worry no longer, as The Continental presents Cinema at The Continental, our fortnightly film club.
The Big Easter Party with Mr Wolf
🐣🎪 THE BIG EASTER PARTY with Mr Wolf! 🎭🐰
Join us for a magical Easter celebration at The Continental in Preston on Sunday, 20th April 2025, from 12 pm to 2 pm! Perfect for children aged 3-12 years, this event is packed with games, live performances, and fantastic prizes!
Ska Face
Hey you, don't watch that, watch this!
SKA FACE is a 10 piece Ska band playing all the best 2-Tone classics from Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Beat, Bad Manners and many more….
Ska Face keep it real and enjoy every minute with an infectious stage show of power, energy and damn good tunes that you just have to dance to. There is no better remedy to a stressful week than a few cheeky beers and dancing like a loon… and that’s just the band!
Tuesday Night Whites (Sold Out)
PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS TBA
Hometown headline show for TUESDAY NIGHT WHITES!
Forming in Preston as a result of some lock-down blues, Tuesday Night Whites are a five-piece Indie Rock band who have taken the local scene by storm.
Basing the name of their beloved Preston North End, the band started off as an energetic acoustic duo, raising the roof in jam-packed clubs and bars. Since then, they have evolved into five, selling out their first headline hometown show in under 24 hours.
Independent Country + Walter Mitty's Head
"The best thing I have EVER heard."
Jim Reid, Jesus & Mary Chain
INDEPENDENT COUNTRY are six cowboys from Birmingham(UK) who take Indie classics on a rollicking ride to Nashville and back.
Floppy fringes and baggy jeans are binned for pedal steel guitars and four-part harmonies as the NME meets The Grand Ole Opry. You ain’t never heard nothing like this!
WALTER MITTY’S HEAD from East Lancashire form the second part of this Tuff Life Boogie Americana special, and mine 50s rockabilly and 60s garage beat for their inspiration.
Jazzin' the Park in the Beer Garden (Free Entry)
Looks like this Saturday is going to be the nicest day of the year so far, and what better way to enjoy it than down at the riverside in the company of Jazzin' the Park Productions?
Top DJs bringing their sweet Continental Selections to our Beer Garden. 1.30pm 'til 7pm. All welcome, and entry is free.
Moments of Pleasure - Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush
THE SOUND OF KATE!
Since arriving on the tribute scene back in 2019, Moments Of Pleasure have rapidly emerged as one of the most acclaimed tribute bands in the UK. This five piece band features the amazing vocals of Lisa-Marie Walters, as seen on BBC, ITV and heard on BBC 5 and various BBC regional stations.
Her passionate and spellbinding vocal performance is widely lauded as the next best thing to listening to Kate Bush herself!
Snug Sofa Sessions: The Opening Song
Last Snug Sofa Session of the season is a donation in a hat gig!
THE OPENING SONG
The Opening Song is a project that was formed by Mark Whiteside (One Sided Horse / Evil Blizzard) and Piano player Stuart Mayor.
If you want to have an evening of chilled, delicate music then this is for you. There may be even be an Abba cover thrown in for good measure!
The Hellfire Preachers play Bob Dylan
THE HELLFIRE PREACHERS’ brilliant celebration of the music of BOB DYLAN
Created by Dave and Matt this show is a tour de force showcasing over 60 years of unparalleled songwriting and music. Drawing from one of the biggest songbooks ever, The Hellfire Preachers bring their own unique Roots Americana musical settings and arrangements to Dylan’s greatest songs.
Tickets are strictly limited for this all-seated show
All Things McCartney
A unique acoustic celebration of the music of Paul McCartney, Wings, and of course The Beatles. Wonderfully performed with a fascinating variety of acoustic instruments and beautiful vocal harmonies.
Steve Littlewood’s performance is pivotal and engaging as he hosts and charms with his captivating portrayal of the great man.
Postponed: Sunbirds
We’ve sadly had to postpone this great event for reasons beyond the venue or the band’s control.
Keep your eyes peeled for the new date, announced soon. All existing tickets remain valid and Skiddle will be in touch with ticket holders with their options.
The Laughienda Comedy Club
Award winning The Laughienda Comedy Club returns, bringing a huge night of comedy to Preston.
Headlined by the hilarious ALLYSON JUNE SMITH! 🤣🤣🤣
Spouky Kids & Korn Again
SPOUKY KIDS - MARILYN MANSON TRIBUTE
Spouky Kids are the UK's only Marilyn Manson tribute, they'll be playing all the greatest hits of the Antichrist Superstar
KORN AGAIN
Korn Again are a UK Korn tribute band endorsed by the original band. After forming in 2010, Korn Again have wasted no time in cementing their claim as the world's premier Korn tribute act!
The War of the Worlds (Theatre)
From DON’T GO INTO THE CELLAR! Theatre Company
HG Wells’s classic tale is restored to its authentic Victorian setting in this original one-man performance, scripted and performed by Jonathan Goodwin.
Popestars - A Tribute to Ghost
Popestars perform pop hymns recorded by Ghost that glorify and glamorise the disgusting and sacrilegious.
Popestars are the UK Chapter of the devil worshipping ministry of Ghost, that in order to spread its unholy gospels and, furthermore, trick mankind into believing the end is ultimately a good thing, have decided to use the ever so popular rock music medium as a way to achieve their ends.
The Band with No Name
FIRST TIME AT THE CONTI FOR MORE THAN A DECADE
THE BAND WITH NO NAME is a much-loved Preston based ensemble covering a range of music from Pink Floyd, Little Feat, Al Green, Leonard Cohen, Snow Patrol to Neil Young, Sandy Denny and Booker T and the MG's (!)
Let’s give ‘em a warm Conti welcome!
The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican (Sold Out)
“The greatest thing to come out of Barnsley since the A61 to Sheffield" Jarvis Cocker
“Always enjoy the boys from The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican. Great fun." Jason Manford
The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican return to The Conti for another night of silliness, singalongs and shenanigans - expect the usual mayhem to ensue!
Attila the Stockbroker
Punk poet, latterly dub poet, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist ATTILA THE STOCKBROKER exploded into public consciousness in 1982-3 via two John Peel sessions and a Melody Maker front cover and is now celebrating 44 years earning a living doing what he loves.
Snug Sofa Sessions: DNA (Free Entry)
ANOTHER FANTASTIC FREE ENTRY SHOW IN THE SNUG
DNA are three talented musicians dedicated to bringing audiences some of their favourite songs but with a “twist”.
Listen to music from such diverse acts as Fleetwood Mac, The Police, Deep Purple, Talking Heads , Kate Bush and many more but through a different lens.
Fesshole (Sold OUt)
FORGIVE ME PRESTON, FOR I HAVE SINNED!
As part of a sell-out UK tour, the million follower social media sensation is coming to town.
Rob Manuel, creator of Fesshole and B3ta, brings the internet’s naughtiest, funniest, cringiest confessions to Preston - for one night only. Expect an evening of some of the best and worst confessions known to mankind as Rob digs into the bin of unpublished confessions and uncovers the depths of human grotesqueness. Full of humour & heart, this show is not to be missed! Oh, and there'll be live confessions from the audience too. But don’t worry, what goes on in the room, stays in the room…
IndifferentMonkey / FMA + 12 Gage / Aphotic Sky
Not one, not two, but three incredible acts that we love here at the Conti!
With the AMAZING 18 year old front person Ellie Knowles, INDIFFERENTMONKEY bring you Trip Hop Rock guaranteed to blow you away.
FMA + 12 GAGE are the multi-award-winning father and son rap duo from Preston!
APHOTIC SKY are a new alternative melodic metal band, featuring former members of Twisted Obsession, Ruinous Reign and Iridium!
Peter Bruntnell Band
"One of the finest songwriters in Britain" - The Independent
"One of England's best kept musical secrets" - Rolling Stone
When the NME claimed that “Peter Bruntnell’s records should be taught in schools”, they were referring to the particular appeal of the quiet Devonian’s songwriting craft.
Plus special guests BEN & THE BELIEVERS