Preston
Preston currently has 101 upcoming metal, punk and alternative shows across 28 venues, including The Continental, The Ferret, Kanteena. The next gig is SnugFest 2026 - Fell Foot Wood on August 14, 2026. Moshradar tracks the Preston underground scene — gig listings, venue guides — updated as new shows are announced.
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14 Aug
SnugFest 2026 - Fell Foot Wood
We are back at Fell Foot Wood! This time, we are trailing a full Grassroots Music Festival with some of …
Fell Foot Wood Newby Bridge Ulverston LA12 8NNAugust 14, 2026 -
14 Aug
The Ferret is 20! // Home Counties + guests
The Ferret is 20: A series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret. Home Counties are one of …
The FerretAugust 14, 2026 -
14 Aug
Ken Nicol's Lockstep
Ken Nicol's Lockstep features Paul Burgess (10CC) - drums, Norm Helm (Animals & Friends) - bass, Wendy Ross - violin …
The ContinentalAugust 14, 2026 -
15 Aug
TFI20 Electronic All Dayer // James Lavelle + loads more all day
TFI20: celebrating 20 years of The Ferret. We finish this series of shows with an electronic music all-dayer ft legendary …
The FerretAugust 15, 2026 -
15 Aug
Spangled - Blackpool
"If you're going to see the emergence of a new great band you'll see them at This Feeling first." Carl …
Bootleg SocialAugust 15, 2026 -
15 Aug
Special Kinda Madness: Tributes to Madness + The Specials
Special Kinda Madness perform a truly authentic set from each band, combining the phenomenally energetic stage presence!
KanteenaAugust 15, 2026 -
15 Aug
The Liquid Engineers - UK's #1 Gary Numan Tribute
The UK's foremost and premier tribute to the career of Gary Numan, covering material from every album and every era!
The ContinentalAugust 15, 2026 -
20 Aug
Ruts DC + Department S
It's nearly fifty years since the two sevens clashed. In a little over fifty more years, they will clash again.
The FerretAugust 20, 2026 -
20 Aug
Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits - Performed by Matt Joe Hall
A heartfelt homage to one of the world's most influential and prolific songwriters.
The ContinentalAugust 20, 2026 -
20 Aug
Dark fidelity hifi at hymns for robots
manchester based producer rick jones aka dark fidelity hifi returns to hymns for robots electronica night
The Golden Lion LancasterAugust 20, 2026 -
21 Aug
Of Thee in the Tree
camping based music event
Fell Foot Wood Newby Bridge Ulverston LA12 8NNAugust 21, 2026 -
21 Aug
King Zepha
Singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer KING ZEPHA fronts an all-star band, performing original music
Vinyl Tap PrestonAugust 21, 2026 -
21 Aug
The Simon Hough Band
SIMON HOUGH - lead singer of BIG COUNTRY for over a decade, here now with his new band.
The ContinentalAugust 21, 2026 -
21 Aug
Hard Techno in Blackpool - ROUND 4 - 666 Systems
666 Systems returns to Blackpool for another night of pure hard techno chaos.
Bad HabitzAugust 21, 2026 -
22 Aug
Korn Again & Spouky Kids
KORN AGAIN is a UK Korn tribute band endorsed by the original band. SPOUKY KIDS are the UK's only Marilyn …
The ContinentalAugust 22, 2026 -
27 Aug
Glastonferret 2026
GLASTONFERRET 2026 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival returns for 4 days of live music! GANS, Black Foxxes & many …
The FerretAugust 27, 2026 -
29 Aug
Definitely Oasis - Lancaster
Definitely Oasis bring their explosive live show to Lancaster on Saturday 29th August for a huge night of Britpop and …
KanteenaAugust 29, 2026 -
29 Aug
The Montized Weekender
The weekend you've all been waiting for... A Montized packed weekend with the a Saturday DJ line up && a …
Hopworks BreweryAugust 29, 2026 -
30 Aug
Encore Live Events - Southport Rocks
The AC/DC EXPERIENCE headline a fantastic night of Rock, with special guests Raspberry Glam & Enigma. Fundraising for Man Cave …
The Southport CoasterAugust 30, 2026 -
3 Sep
Gnod plus special guests
GNOD’s musical trajectory has been one of constant fluctuation borne out of an incessant need to discover new sonic worlds.
The ContinentalSeptember 3, 2026 -
4 Sep
Women in Rock - The 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Since 2016, Women in Rock have been trailblazing their way across the globe with their sell out show that sets …
Blackburn Empire TheatreSeptember 4, 2026 -
4 Sep
The Paul Rose Band
The renowned guitarist, composer, and producer will be joined on the night by Paul Burgess (10cc), Nick Steed & Chris …
The ContinentalSeptember 4, 2026 -
5 Sep
Maet LIVE (formerly Maet Loaf)
Maet LIVE (formerly Maet Loaf) & The Never Neverland Express featuring Craig Halford
Central Pier Showbar BlackpoolSeptember 5, 2026 -
5 Sep
Wrong Jovi - The #1 Bon Jovi Tribute
The best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world!
The ContinentalSeptember 5, 2026 -
8 Sep
Lee Baines
Alabama Song writer Lee Baines comes to Vinyl Tap as part of his solo European tour.
Vinyl Tap PrestonSeptember 8, 2026 -
11 Sep
Steely Don - Tribute to Steely Dan & Donald Fagen
Eleven-piece band dedicated to playing the music of Steely Dan & Donald Fagen.
The ContinentalSeptember 11, 2026 -
12 Sep
Next Wave
Bringing the best new bands to Blackpool ft. adult dvd, bathing suits, ladylike, Silverwing killer, holly head, formal Sppeedwear & …
Bootleg SocialSeptember 12, 2026 -
18 Sep
Bats in the Attic 2026
West Coast Gothic returns! Bats in the Attic, our boutique international goth festival, celebrates its 5th anniversary in Morecambe.
Alhambra LiveSeptember 18, 2026 -
18 Sep
As It Is
Debut Blackpool show
Bootleg SocialSeptember 18, 2026 -
18 Sep
Tom Hingley (ex-Inspiral Carpets) Solo Acoustic Show
Tom Hingley (former singer and guitarist of the Inspiral Carpets) is playing a solo acoustic performance playing the hits Inspiral …
Chew's YardSeptember 18, 2026 -
18 Sep
Echoes of the Bunnymen
The Echoes of the Bunnymen show is an aural tribute to the alternative Fab Four.
The ContinentalSeptember 18, 2026 -
19 Sep
Colne Cricket Club Music Festival 2026
A brand new music festival arrives in Colne this September, headlined by East 17 with tributes to Oasis, Taylor Swift …
Colne Cricket ClubSeptember 19, 2026 -
19 Sep
The Warner E Hodges International All Stars
The Warner E Hodges International All Stars band will be coming to Kendal with a killer lineup plus very special …
Ruskins BarSeptember 19, 2026 -
19 Sep
An Evening w/ Chris&Tony Griffiths from The Real People Acoustic
A very rare chance for fans old and new to see THE REAL PEOPLE perform their back catalogue in stripped …
The ContinentalSeptember 19, 2026 -
20 Sep
Shake Yer Hips
Ronnie and Dave are back for another edition of Shake Yer Hips, bringing an afternoon of vinyl-only sounds and dance …
Chew's YardSeptember 20, 2026 -
25 Sep
Transmission - The Sound of Joy Division
Relive the dark, cavernous sound of Joy Division through the UK's number one tribute act.
The ContinentalSeptember 25, 2026 -
25 Sep
Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems | Blackpool
Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems is coming back to Blackpool! With a huge emo party at Bootleg Social on …
Bootleg SocialSeptember 25, 2026 -
26 Sep
GONG - Bright Spirit Tour
Gong in 2026 features the longest-running line-up of this legendary international psychedelic band, an experimental mix of rock, jazz & …
The FerretSeptember 26, 2026 -
26 Sep
The Stumble
Raw power, emotion, joyous melodies, heartbreaking blues and a guaranteed good time with a band on the crest of a …
The ContinentalSeptember 26, 2026 -
27 Sep
Songwriters in the Circle
An unforgettable evening of stories, inspiration and live music with Dave Gardner, Ken Nicol and Mark Wilkinson
The ContinentalSeptember 27, 2026 -
2 Oct
Clubland Live Weekender 2026
Our Flagship Weekender Event Returns!
Winter Gardens BlackpoolOctober 2, 2026 -
2 Oct
The Monochrome Set / 14 Iced Bears / DJ Dave Chambers
A return to one of their favourite venues, The Continental, for these post-punk / indie legends!
The ContinentalOctober 2, 2026 -
3 Oct
Spitalfield New Continental Preston
Former Panic At The Disco member Jon Walker is coming to Preston with his band Spitalfield!
The ContinentalOctober 3, 2026 -
3 Oct
The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience
The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience comes back to Lancaster for his 3rd year in a row , The Kanteena has always …
KanteenaOctober 3, 2026 -
3 Oct
Doing Fine @ The Stanley Club (Piledriver Tour Homecoming Show)
Burscough's own Doing Fine are rounding off their 2026 UK tour with a show in their hometown's biggest venue.
The Stanley Club BurscoughOctober 3, 2026 -
9 Oct
House of Ska NW
Join is for a night of madness, with this fantastic 6 Piece 2 tone Ska band. Back by popular demand.
Lea Social ClubOctober 9, 2026 -
10 Oct
PorkPie Live plus Pretty Green (The Jam) at 53 Degrees, Preston
PorkPie Live plus Pretty Green (The Jam) at 53 Degrees, Preston on Saturday 10th October 2026
53 DegreesOctober 10, 2026 -
15 Oct
Letz Zep - The UK's Leading Led Zeppelin Tribute
Tribute to Led Zeppelin
The Alhambra TheatreOctober 15, 2026 -
15 Oct
Cold Flame perform the music of Jethro Tull
Widely regarded as the UK's premier tribute act to progressive rock legends JETHRO TULL
The ContinentalOctober 15, 2026 -
16 Oct
A Certain Ratio
In October ACR will be hitting the road to celebrate the Anniversary of their classic and beloved albums, Sextet and …
Bootleg SocialOctober 16, 2026 -
16 Oct
Nic Cage Against The Machine
It's a Rage Against the Machine tribute band, fronted by a Nicolas Cage tribute, with movie-specific props & costumes. That's …
The FerretOctober 16, 2026 -
16 Oct
Metallica Reloaded
Third time back for Metallica Reloaded. We know the score by now.
KanteenaOctober 16, 2026 -
17 Oct
Acoustic Floyd
Bringing you the music of Pink Floyd from a new acoustic angle whilst maintaining Floyd's musical impact and emotional resonance.
The ContinentalOctober 17, 2026 -
18 Oct
ASH: 30th Anniversary '1977' Stripped Back Album Show
Jacaranda Records presents an intimate show with ASH in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of their debut album '1977.'
KanteenaOctober 18, 2026 -
21 Oct
Yumi And The Weather
A unique blend of electrifying technicolour Psych-Pop, combined with Garage Rock, Shoegaze, Indie and Electronic under currents.
The FerretOctober 21, 2026 -
23 Oct
Rock am River 2026
Rock am River festival returns to the New Continental in Preston for its fifth birthday celebrations.
The ContinentalOctober 23, 2026 -
23 Oct
Luke Combs UK - Preston
Luke Combs UK, is coming to Stage City Preston for a big night of Country with his full band Tickets …
Stage City PrestonOctober 23, 2026 -
24 Oct
The Fargo Railroad Co.
Bearded Southern Rock extraordinaire's.
The FerretOctober 24, 2026 -
30 Oct
Paul Quinn of Saxon The Ferret Preston 30/10/2026
The legend himself Paul Quinn founding member and lead guitarist of Saxon is coming to Preston!
The FerretOctober 30, 2026 -
31 Oct
Bonanza Blackpool Halloween stomp trick core Treat
Bonanza Blackpool Halloween stomp trick core treat with DJ Sy MC Ave MC Duwkins MC Gazy J MC Spez Jamie …
Bad HabitzOctober 31, 2026 -
6 Nov
One Eighty Two: UKs #1 blink-182 Tribute
The most authentic representation of the pop-punk legends blink-182. Bringing decades of experience and smashing out more than 30 years …
The ContinentalNovember 6, 2026 -
7 Nov
Tyla's Dogs D'amour
Legendary Singer Singwriter Tyla Pallas brings the Dogs D'amour
Vinyl Tap PrestonNovember 7, 2026 -
7 Nov
Eddie and the Hot Rods + Department S & Sweet Knuckle
One of the most highly influential and recognisable names from the English Rock scene comes to the Continental.
The ContinentalNovember 7, 2026 -
13 Nov
MC Devvo
MC DEVVO, the Donny Soldier, is BACK for his 20th Anniversary / Retirement Retirement Tour.
The FerretNovember 13, 2026 -
13 Nov
Black Velvet: Guilty Pleasure Rock Indulgence!
Two solid hours of guilty pleasure rock indulgence with this four-piece female fronted rock band
The ContinentalNovember 13, 2026 -
14 Nov
Torridon + guests
Folk Rock from the Highlands of Scotland.
The FerretNovember 14, 2026 -
14 Nov
Whatever - Oasis Tribute
Manchester's finest Oasis Tribute act, bringing you all of the Oasis classics.
The ContinentalNovember 14, 2026 -
14 Nov
Hawklords
Legendary Space Rock Wizards head to Vinyl Tap
Vinyl Tap PrestonNovember 14, 2026 -
20 Nov
The Monsters of Rock LIVE in Lancaster 2026
Celebrating their 10th year delivering the ultimate tribute to the Monsters of Rock, Thunder Hammer embark on brand new dates …
KanteenaNovember 20, 2026 -
20 Nov
China Crisis
China Crisis invite you to step into the next chapter of their story with their Warped 2026 tour...
The ContinentalNovember 20, 2026 -
21 Nov
A night with The Killerz a Killers tribute band
Join Accrington MCC events, and and dance the night away in with one of the UK's top Killers tribute band …
Poplar Social ClubNovember 21, 2026 -
21 Nov
Straighten Out: The #1 Stranglers Tribute
With an extensive set-list that spans two solid hours, they perfectly recreate the 'early years' sound of THE STRANGLERS
The ContinentalNovember 21, 2026 -
25 Nov
Beans on Toast
An unforgettable evening of songs, stories and celebration from one of Britain's most loved folk troubadours.
The ContinentalNovember 25, 2026 -
27 Nov
Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience
The UK's most authentic Pink Floyd Tribute Band!
The ContinentalNovember 27, 2026 -
28 Nov
Mobius Loop | Right To Roam Tour | LANCASTER
Rebel Folk trio MOBIUS LOOP are heading out on their most rambunctious tour yet, the RIGHT TO ROAM tour!!
The Gregson CentreNovember 28, 2026 -
28 Nov
A2Z Events X Bad Habitz Presents: SUB:BASS // 001
A night of heavy hitting sounds from a stacked lineup! 28th November - Doors open from 8.30pm #keepravin
Bad HabitzNovember 28, 2026 -
29 Nov
Cillirion 5th Anniversary Tour @ The Gregson Centre, Lancaster
Cillirion's first visit to Lancaster, celebrating their fifth anniversary with a connoisseur's selection of Fish-Era classics.
The Gregson CentreNovember 29, 2026 -
29 Nov
Communiqué - Tribute to Dire Straits
One of the UK's leading tributes to Dire Straits - free entry with pre-booking!
The ContinentalNovember 29, 2026 -
1 Dec
Paul Heaton: Matinee Album Launch Show
Jacaranda Records presents a live stripped back performance from Paul Heaton in support of his new album 'Jenius'.
53 DegreesDecember 1, 2026 -
1 Dec
Big Special
Debut Blackpool show
Bootleg SocialDecember 1, 2026 -
1 Dec
Paul Heaton: Album Launch Show
Jacaranda Records presents a live stripped back performance from Paul Heaton in support of his new album 'Jenius'.
53 DegreesDecember 1, 2026 -
3 Dec
John Bramwell of I Am Kloot
The Mercury Prize nominated singer from I Am Kloot with another fantastic solo show at the Conti.
The ContinentalDecember 3, 2026 -
4 Dec
Mothership: Led Zeppelin Tribute
The most authentic-sounding Zeppelin tribute in the UK returns to The Continental.
The ContinentalDecember 4, 2026 -
9 Dec
Hey Colossus
Forever changing. Always pushing forward.
The ContinentalDecember 9, 2026 -
11 Dec
The Script: Matinee Album Launch Show
Jacaranda Records presents a live performance from The Script in support of their new album 'The User's Guide to Being …
53 DegreesDecember 11, 2026 -
11 Dec
The Script: Album Launch Show
Jacaranda Records presents a live performance from The Script in support of their new album 'The User's Guide to Being …
53 DegreesDecember 11, 2026 -
12 Dec
Beatles Complete
Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.
KanteenaDecember 12, 2026 -
17 Dec
Classic Queen
A raucous Xmas treat for QUEEN fans!
The ContinentalDecember 17, 2026 -
15 Jan
Rich Chance
Preston singer/songwriter Rich Chance brings vibrant, quirky material from his new album to the Continental
The ContinentalJanuary 15, 2027 -
29 Jan
Rock the Gardens
Featuring rock and metal's favourite tribute acts.
Winter Gardens BlackpoolJanuary 29, 2027 -
27 Feb
The GlamRockerz - 70s Glam Rock Tribute
Step back to the golden age of Glitter, Glam and Platform Boots as The GlamRockerz bring their spectacular live show …
The ContinentalFebruary 27, 2027 -
5 Mar
Space Cowboy - The Ultimate Tribute To Jamiroquai
Space Cowboy - The ULTIMATE tribute to Jamiroquai. Bringing you all the HITS, In all the HATS!
The PlatformMarch 5, 2027 -
2 Apr
Pantera A.D.
Feel the unmistakable power of PANTERA as PANTERA A.D. bring the legend back to life with precision, grit, and pure …
The ContinentalApril 2, 2027 -
22 May
The Tumbling Paddies
Irelands hottest band, The Tumbling Paddies are coming back to the UK. Songs include The Way I am, Pretty Girl …
The PlatformMay 22, 2027 -
29 May
Vernon Carus Britpop Weekender 2027
Join us for a Bank Holiday of Britpop Classics with the Stone Roses and Courteeners tribute bands, as well as …
Vernon Carus Sports ClubMay 29, 2027 -
29 May
The Absolute Stone Roses @ the VC Britpop Weekender 2027
As part of our 2027 Britpop Weekender, we welcome the Absolute Stone Roses, bringing all the energy and electricity of …
Vernon Carus Sports ClubMay 29, 2027 -
30 May
The Cortinas @ the VC Britpop Weekender 2027
As part of our 2027 Britpop Weekender, we welcome the Cortinas, bringing all the swagger and verve of Liam Fray …
Vernon Carus Sports ClubMay 30, 2027 -
19 Jun
Leyland Festival
Small music festival held in Worden Park, Leyland
Worden ParkJune 19, 2027 -
30 Jun
Lytham Festival
5 Nights of Live Music on Lytham Green.
Lytham GreenJune 30, 2027 -
2 Jul
Midnight Sun Festival
Dead Lights, The Danse Society, Salvation, Advance, Antibody & Errrors , Twisted Nerve, Elkapath, Social Youth Cult & Black Rain
Alhambra LiveJuly 2, 2027 -
5 Aug
Rebellion Punk Music Festival
Rebellion Festivals is the largest independent Punk / Alternative music festival in the world.
Winter Gardens BlackpoolAugust 5, 2027
Metal Venues in Preston
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The Continental
South Meadow Lane Preston, PR1
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The Southport Coaster
137-141 Lord Street
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Bootleg Social
30 Topping Street
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The Ferret
55 Fylde Road
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Kanteena
Brewery Lane
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Winter Gardens Blackpool
The Winter Gardens, 97 Church Street, Blackpool
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Alhambra Live
Alhambra Buildings, 56 Marine Road West
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Fell Foot Wood Newby Bridge Ulverston LA12 8NN
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The Stanley Club Burscough
1 Liverpool Road North,
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53 Degrees
Brook St
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Bad Habitz
94 Talbot Road
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Blackburn Empire Theatre
Aqueduct Road
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Vinyl Tap Preston
28-30 adelphi street
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Chew's Yard
103-111 Market St W, Preston
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Colne Cricket Club
Byron Rd
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Ruskins Bar
Yard 2, Stricklandgate
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The Alhambra Theatre
56 Marine Road West
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Poplar Social Club
Wellington Street
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The Gregson Centre
33-35 Moorgate
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The Platform
Old Station Building, Central Promenade, Morecambe, Lancs
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Lytham Green
Clifton Beach, Lytham St. Annes
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Central Pier Showbar Blackpool
Promenade
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The Golden Lion Lancaster
33 Moor Lane
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Stage City Preston
53 Tithebarn Street
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Worden Park
Worden Lane
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Hopworks Brewery
335 Ranglet Road, Walton Summit, Bamber Bridge
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Vernon Carus Sports Club
The Clubhouse, Factory Lane, Penwortham
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Lea Social Club
872 Blackpool Road
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